Johor-Singapore SEZ success depends on fixing wage gaps and worker movement, say policymakers
“Malaysia doesn’t have a talent problem.
Johor eyes up to RM100b in investments by year end, banking on JS-SEZ momentum—MB
The JS-SEZ has nine flagship areas and promoted sectors including electrical and electronics, petrochemical and oleochemical, food and agro-processing, logistics, tourism, healthcare, financial and business services, and creative and education.
Oriental Kopi unit to buy Puchong factory for RM23mil
The land, measuring about 5,260 sq m, is located at Jalan TPP 3, Taman Perindustrian Putra.
Works minister says SST expansion will have minimal impact on house prices
Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi also highlighted that SST on basic construction materials remains at 0%, which ensures that essential supplies remain affordable.
Bandar Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur shop sold for RM7.3m | DONE DEAL
Taman Midah, Kuala Lumpur factory sold for RM5.
Commercial land transactions rising, with JB emerging stronger—Napic
JB is rapidly solidifying its position as Peninsular Malaysia's prime destination for commercial land acquisition, with downtown parcels in the region now commanding prices well into four figures psf, according to a market leader.
Johor overtakes Selangor for new launches in 1Q2025—Napic
By district, Johor Bahru (JB) also showed the highest number of residential properties sold for 2012–2025, totalling 73,935 units.
Shopping mall operators urge deferment, staggered SST expansion amid rising cost concerns
The Malaysia Shopping Malls Association pointed to ongoing global economic uncertainties, including tariff wars, supply chain disruptions, and intensifying regional and digital competition, which continue to challenge retail businesses.
DayOne secures RM15b multicurrency financing for data centres in Johor
The financing involves CIMB Group Holdings Bhd, Crédit Agricole, DBS Bank Ltd, Malayan Banking Bhd, Standard Chartered, United Overseas Bank, and Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Ltd.
OYO launches SUNDAY Hotel in Malaysia, with 10 upcoming hotels in 2025
SUNDAY Hotel was originally launched in May 2023 in India by a joint venture between Softbank and Oravel Stays.
