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Malaysia’s Trade Growth in 2025: A Boon for the Property Market? Malaysia is poised for another strong year in trade, with total trade expected to surpass RM2 trillion in 2025, according to Investment, Trade, and Industry Minister Tengku Zafrul Aziz. Despite global uncertainties—such as a potential slowdown in China and a new US administration—Malaysia remains optimistic about economic...

Why is 2025 the Best Time to Invest in Malaysia’s Property Market? Malaysia’s real estate sector has been gaining momentum, with 2024 marking a strong year for transactions and investments. As we enter 2025, several factors, including economic growth, infrastructure development, and policy changes, are making the country an attractive destination for property investors. Whether you are a local buyer...

Kuala Lumpur’s Office Market: A Shift Towards Modernity and Redevelopment Kuala Lumpur’s office market is at a crossroads, with new developments setting higher benchmarks while older office buildings struggle to stay relevant. The competition for tenants has intensified, and adaptability, innovation, and sustainability are now key factors determining the success of commercial assets. Industry experts...

Malaysia’s Property Market Sees Positive Growth Amidst Evolving Trends for 2025 The Malaysia property market experienced a robust performance in 2024, with transaction values rising by 14% to RM163 million and transaction volumes increasing 6% to 311,211 units in the first nine months of the year compared to the same period in 2023. According to Henry Butcher Malaysia’s Property Outlook 2025, this...

Malaysia to Reap Indirect Gains from China’s Economic Stimulus Measures, Say Economists Malaysia is poised to gain indirect benefits from China’s recent economic stimulus measures, which include interest rate cuts and property market support initiatives. Economists suggest that these moves could drive demand for Malaysian goods and services, while increasing disposable income for Chinese consumers to...

The strengthening of the ringgit against the US dollar, driven by positive macroeconomic developments and Bank Negara Malaysia's (BNM) decision to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 3.00%, is set to invigorate Malaysia’s property market. This presents a unique opportunity for homebuyers and investors to capitalize on favorable conditions. Positive Effects of a Strengthened Ringgit on Property...

Malaysia's property market is on a strong upward trajectory, with the first half of 2024 (1H2024) marking a significant milestone. The National Property Information Centre (Napic) reported that the property transaction value reached RM105.65 billion, a 23.8% year-on-year (y-o-y) increase, the highest growth in five years. This substantial growth underscores the resilience and recovery of the sector, fueled...

Despite mixed earnings results from the second quarter of 2024 (2Q24), UOB Kay Hian Research (UOBKH Research) remains optimistic about the Malaysian property sector. The research house acknowledged that while some companies under its coverage fell short of expectations, overall industry performance was strong, and future growth prospects look positive. Mixed Earnings for 2Q24 UOBKH Research covers...

Maybank Investment Bank Bhd (Maybank IB) has recently upgraded its outlook on Malaysia's property sector from "neutral" to "positive," highlighting the sector's strong fundamentals and the attractive valuations revealed by a recent sell-down. This upgrade signals a favorable investment environment, driven by resilient property sales and burgeoning interest in industrial properties. Resilient Property...

Swedish investment firm EQT AB has announced its acquisition of PropertyGuru, Singapore’s leading online real estate platform, in an all-cash deal valued at $1.1 billion. This landmark transaction is set to significantly reshape the real estate tech landscape in Southeast Asia. A Strategic Acquisition at a Premium Price As part of the acquisition, PropertyGuru’s shareholders will receive $6.70...