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Redefining workplace: Culture, flexibility and next-gen needs transforming corporate perspective

Redefining workplace: Culture, flexibility and next-gen needs transforming corporate perspective

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  • The Malaysian work environment is shifting towards flexible office spaces that enhance collaboration.
  • Companies are prioritising strategic locations and premium office features over traditional long-term leases.
  • This trend reflects a broader demand for adaptability and employee experience across organisational sizes.
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Penthouse at Aman Residences Dubai sold for AED422m, despite regional tensions

Penthouse at Aman Residences Dubai sold for AED422m, despite regional tensions

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  • A penthouse at Aman Residences Dubai sold for AED422 million, marking a record sale.
  • Despite war, Dubai's real estate transactions continue, with over 2,100 sales recorded recently.
  • However, transaction volumes have decreased significantly compared to pre-war weeks.
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Reweaving cultural tapestry: Shin Tseng’s blueprint for the living city

Reweaving cultural tapestry: Shin Tseng’s blueprint for the living city

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  • Shin Tseng of Urban Agenda Design views old buildings as cultural hosts rather than mere assets.
  • Formerly known as Kompleks Pejabat Damansara, The Five is now a unique working environment.
  • Tseng's projects, like REXKL and Semua House, aim to connect heritage with modern needs.
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Rising residential demand in Setapak spurs continual incoming high-rise supply

Rising residential demand in Setapak spurs continual incoming high-rise supply

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  • Setapak, a suburb of Kuala Lumpur, is experiencing a surge in high-rise housing demand.
  • Major developers like Platinum Victory and SkyWorld are launching projects, catering to various demographics
  • The area's rich history and connectivity, along with educational institutions, continue to attract many.
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Do properties near stations really command a premium?

Do properties near stations really command a premium?

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  • Malaysia's urban transport strategy has focused on enhancing transit connectivity in the Klang Valley.
  • Proximity to transit stations can influence property values, but it's not the only factor for price growth.
  • Transit destinations tend to have the strongest impact when it connects residents directly to employment.
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REIT index hits three-month low after Malaysia ends decade-long withholding tax perk

REIT index hits three-month low after Malaysia ends decade-long withholding tax perk

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  • REITs on Bursa Malaysia suffered significant losses after tax benefits were removed, dropping 3.45%.
  • The Bursa Malaysia REIT Index fell to its lowest since December 2025.
  • Analysts warn that the new tax framework may deter foreign investment.
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Berjaya Property appoints Johor princess Tunku Aminah as chairman after more than two years of vacancy

Berjaya Property appoints Johor princess Tunku Aminah as chairman after more than two years of vacancy

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  • Berjaya Property Bhd has appointed Tunku Tun Aminah Sultan Ibrahim as its new chairman.
  • This role had been vacant for over two years, following Tun Richard Malanjum's retirement.
  • Tunku Aminah also chairs multiple companies and holds shares in Berjaya Rail.
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Rivertree plans diversification into management of centralised labour quarters to stabilise earnings

Rivertree plans diversification into management of centralised labour quarters to stabilise earnings

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  • Rivertree STF Synergies Bhd plans to manage centralised labour quarters to stabilise earnings.
  • They signed an agreement to develop up to four quarters with a capacity of 28,800 beds in Klang Valley.
  • This asset-light model aims to reduce risks from property development and enhance financial sustainability.
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Maybulk, Leader Steel to pay special payouts after joint RM687.89 mil land sale in Klang with Eonmetall

Maybulk, Leader Steel to pay special payouts after joint RM687.89 mil land sale in Klang with Eonmetall

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  • Maybulk, Eonmetall, and Leader Steel are selling industrial land in Klang for RM687.89 million.
  • The sales are linked to a common major shareholder and require non-interested shareholder approval.
  • Each company plans to use proceeds for dividends, debt repayment, and future investments.
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Mieco Chipboard sells land with factory in Semenyih to hamper specialist Jin Ye Ye for RM57m

Mieco Chipboard sells land with factory in Semenyih to hamper specialist Jin Ye Ye for RM57m

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  • Mieco Chipboard Bhd is selling 16.9 acres of land in Selangor for RM57 million to Jin Ye Ye Sdn Bhd.
  • The sale aims to improve Mieco's long-term viability and will yield a net gain of RM11.27 million.
  • The deal is expected to close in the second half of 2026, with Mieco's shares untraded recently.
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