Optimistic outlook for building sector


HLIB Research said going into the fourth quarter of the year, it expects more DC contract awards.

PETALING JAYA: The construction sector has seen a robust 2025 so far, driven by domestic contract wins which include data centre (DC) contracts as well as public sector-related jobs.

Hong Leong Investment Bank (HLIB) Research said awards won domestically sustained its upward trajectory, hitting RM39.7bil for the first nine months of 2025.

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