Ahmad Zaki Resources Bhd's (AZRB) first-quarter net profit rose 45.7% to RM6.12 million from RM4.2 million a year ago, on improved margin of construction projects, as well as the inclusion of contribution from the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) Medical Centre facilities management concession.

Maybank Kim Eng Research is turning positive on Singapore’s property developers.

Ekovest Bhd's third-quarter net profit was largely flat at RM11.06 million from RM11.08 million a year ago, mainly due to a one-off expense of RM22.62 million on recognition of fair value adjustment pursuant to the granting of the Employees' Share Option Scheme.

DBS Vickers expects Frasers Centrepoint Ltd and its REITs to deliver consistent returns in the coming years, leveraging on the improved outlook of their key markets of Australia and Singapore.

Tan Sri Rastam Isa has retired from his position as independent and non-executive chairman of property developer Tropicana Corp Bhd.

Grand-Flo Bhd hopes to see equal revenue contributions from its tracking solutions and property development segments this year, in light of a healthy order book and unbilled sales.

Voir Holdings Bhd shares are back on the uptrend after the group said it is considering diversifying into construction and logistics.

Property developer Tropicana Corp Bhd has planned launches of about RM1.6 billion in gross development value (GDV) for the year, comprising mainly landed properties.

1Q2017 has seen a rise in the number of residential properties put up for auction in the country.

Voir chairman Datuk Zarul Ahmad Mohd Zulkifli, who also controls Consortium Zenith BUCG Sdn Bhd, a private construction company, said the board of Voir is now considering how to synergise the two business groups to enhance shareholder value.