REIT managers say SC's REIT guideline amendments will drive market's growth

KUALA LUMPUR (April 24): The liberalisation in the permissible list of activities provides alternative growth opportunities to Malaysian Real Estate Investment Trusts (M-REITs) in the areas of acquiring vacant land to undertake property development activities, acquisition of assets with provision of income support and investments through private leases, said the Malaysian REIT Managers Association (MRMA).

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Association seeks tax-free dividends for REITs

KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 27): While Malaysia imposes a lower rate of withholding tax on dividends paid to retail investors of real estate investment trusts (REITs) compared with many other countries, the Malaysian REIT Managers Association (MRMA) is of the view that a total tax exemption should be given to attract more investments.

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