Strata law needs revamping as urbanisation progresses
This article appeared in the March 12, 2026 issue of the monthly print edition.
Rivertree plans diversification into management of centralised labour quarters to stabilise earnings
KUALA LUMPUR (March 20): Property developer Rivertree STF Synergies Bhd (KL:RSSB) plans to diversify into the management of centralised labour quarters to reduce overall earnings volatility, it said in a bourse filing on Thursday.
Gagasan Nadi Cergas MD trims stake to 57%
KUALA LUMPUR (March 17): Gagasan Nadi Cergas Bhd group managing director Datuk Wan Azman Wan Kamal has sold a 7.
Scientex’s 2Q earnings rise 9.1% on property, packaging business improvements
KUALA LUMPUR (March 14): Plastic packaging company and property developer Scientex Bhd (KL:SCIENTX) saw its earnings grow by 9.
High debt, low income deter two-thirds of Malaysians from owning properties — Rehda
KUALA LUMPUR (March 13): The Real Estate and Housing Developers' Association (Rehda) said over two-thirds of prospective homebuyers in Malaysia fail to obtain financing for property purchases, mainly due to high debt obligations and inadequate income levels.
GAP Estate achieves RM885 mil GDV in sales for 2025, sets RM2 bil target for 2026
PETALING JAYA (March 11): GAP Estate, a property agency specialising in industrial real estate, recorded its highest gross development value (GDV) to date, achieving RM885 million in sales in 2025.
Suria KLCC showcases heritage and artistry for Hari Raya
KUALA LUMPUR (March 9): Suria KLCC is marking Hari Raya Aidilfitri with a heritage-themed campaign featuring traditional crafts, cultural performances and a festive installation, with the mall’s Centre Court transformed into a bougainvillea garden display.
Magma to acquire LUMA Hotel in Kota Kinabalu for RM61m in cash-and-shares deal
KUALA LUMPUR (March 6): Magma Group Bhd (KL:MAGMA) said on Thursday it plans to acquire the LUMA Hotel in Kota Kinabalu for RM60.
Exsim Hospitality partners with Majestic Gen to expand managed accommodation pipeline
KUALA LUMPUR (March 5): Exsim Hospitality Bhd (KL:EXSIMHB) announced the partnership with developer Majestic Gen to introduce professionally-managed accommodation in selected developments nationwide, with a potential pipeline of over 3,000 keys over the next four years.
GDB’s former managing director disposes of 6.3% stake at discount
KUALA LUMPUR (March 2): GDB Holdings Bhd's (KL:GDB) former group managing director Cheah Ham Chia has disposed of a 6.
