118 Mall slated to open doors in August within Merdeka 118 precinct
PETALING JAYA (May 6): 118 Mall is on track to open this August, introducing a new retail and lifestyle destination at the base of Merdeka 118, the world’s second tallest building.
IGB REITs report higher 1Q earnings as mall assets outshine offices; both declare distributions
PETALING JAYA (April 30): The retail and office arms of the IGB group both reported stronger first-quarter results, though the scale of their performances diverged sharply — with IGB Real Estate Investment Trust's (IGB REIT) malls posting blockbuster growth on the back of a new acquisition, while IGB Commercial Real Estate Investment Trust (IGB Commercial REIT) delivered a steady, organic improvement across its office portfolio, according to its Bursa Malaysia announcements.
KIP REIT to acquire Setapak Central Mall for RM435m, plans unit placement to fund deal
PETALING JAYA (April 28): KIP Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) has entered into a conditional sale and purchase agreement (SPA) to acquire Setapak Central Mall in Setapak, Kuala Lumpur, from Festiva Mall Sdn Bhd — a wholly-owned subsidiary of Singapore-listed Frasers Property Ltd — for a cash consideration of RM435 million.
Living in Cheras: A complete property and lifestyle guide
Cheras offers a strong balance of urban convenience, relative affordability, and community appeal for its denizens.
IGB, developer of Mid Valley City, expects broad growth after 20% rise in 4Q earnings
KUALA LUMPUR (March 2): IGB Bhd (KL:IGBB), the developer of Mid Valley City, said on Friday its net profit rose over 20% in the last quarter of 2025, thanks to a surge in rental income and home sales.
KIP REIT to fund RM160 mil Kinta City Mall expansion, securing 25-year lease with AEON
KUALA LUMPUR (Feb 13): KIP Real Estate Investment Trust (KL:KIPREIT) will fund a RM160 million expansion of AEON Mall Kinta City in Perak to secure a 25-year lease from AEON Co (M) Bhd (KL:AEON).
Inactive malls close, overall occupancy edges up—Henry Butcher
KUALA LUMPUR (Jan 23): Malaysia’s retail sector recorded a marginal reduction in shopping mall space in 2025, as several underperforming malls closed or temporarily ceased operations for refurbishment, while occupancy levels showed a gradual improvement.
Sime Darby Property, MINI Malaysia launch festive giving drive at Elmina Lakeside Mall
Sime Darby Property said the initiative reflects its commitment to fostering inclusive, community-driven townships, while leveraging Elmina Lakeside Mall’s accessibility to encourage public participation.
Sunway Square Mall officially opens with 95% shops operating
Its anchor tenants include Village Grocer, BUMP Bouldering, The Library by BookXcess, TGV Cinemas, KKV, COUNT and Tutu Toe Dance Academy.
Shopping mall performance—how much does size matter?
One thing the Klang Valley has plenty of is shopping malls—from mega to mini, and more in between.
