Malaysia logs 78% home ownership in 2024, near-universal access to electricity and water—DOSM
On a state and federal territory basis, Putrajaya had the lowest home ownership at 27.
Affordable homes, industrial boom anchor property, REITs into 2026, says BIMB
The policy thrust is steering developers towards mass-market and mid-range products, supported by financing incentives including housing guarantees, stamp duty exemptions and tax reliefs for homes priced below RM750,000.
Landed property beware: The URA Bill includes your home too
The proposed Urban Renewal Act extends beyond high-rises and stratified properties; older landed residential and business premises across Peninsular Malaysia can be designated for redevelopment even if they hold freehold status.
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.
The Real Deal: Lessons from Hong Kong’s tower inferno
Fire safety must never be an afterthought, a budget item or a box to be ticked.
Strategic clusters key to Malaysia’s industrial growth—LaBrooy
“They only want fully-prepared industrial sites.
Semiconductor boom fuelled by local talent—Sidec
“Global players often tell us they struggle to find industry-ready talent, so we let them shape the curriculum directly.
Industrial sector outlook remains stable amid evolving global dynamics, says Rehda past president
“People now see that Malaysia is an attractive destination,” he said, noting that companies have already diversified their risks, and will continue to value locations that offer stability, should similar disruptions recur.
Industry experts call for faster approvals, clearer processes to boost industrial growth
Rising project costs were a recurring theme, with several noting that higher electricity tariffs, operational expenses, labour constraints, and utility charges could erode Malaysia’s competitiveness against regional markets such as Vietnam and Indonesia.
Misguided push for Property Management Bill
The proposed Property Management Bill is a costly and unnecessary duplication of BOVAEP’s existing mandate.
