Malaysia’s property market transaction value expected to hit RM250bil in 2026
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's property market continues to grow at a steady pace, with the total transaction value expected to exceed RM250 billion this year, said Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming.
IOI Properties Group sells industrial land for RM740mil
PETALING JAYA: IOI Properties Group Bhd (IOIPG) has inked an agreement to sell three plots of land at its IOI Industrial Park @ Banting for RM740.68mil.
Asia Pacific real estate net buying intentions hit 4-year high, survey shows
HONG KONG: Net buying intentions in Asia Pacific real estate rose to a four-year high for 2026, lifted by a stronger rental outlook, reduced supply pipelines and gradually easing financing conditions, a survey by CBRE showed on Tuesday.
Australia home prices keep rising in January, Sydney cools
SYDNEY: Australian home prices started the year with solid gains nationally, though the major markets of Sydney and Melbourne showed some fatigue given stretched affordability and concerns about rising mortgage rates.
Retail REITs expected to grow strongly in 2026
PETALING JAYA: Real estate investment trusts (REITs) with retail assets capped off 2025 on a high, with expectations of continued income stability going into 2026.
Gen Z turns to house hacking
Buying a home in Malaysia is no longer the straightforward milestone it once was. Skyrocketing prices, rising rents, and wages that fail to keep up are pushing many young adults to rethink what a first home should be.
Old is still gold
For decades, new property launches have dominated Malaysia's real estate market. Shiny showrooms, early-bird rebates and the promise of brand-new finishes made them irresistible to buyers and investors alike.
How URA affects MM2H visa holders
The Urban Renewal Act (URA) has become one of the most contentious pieces of draft legislation in recent years. Designed to accelerate the redevelopment of ageing or under-utilised urban land, the Bill has prompted intense debate about property rights, constitutional protections and socio-economic effects.
Eco Business Park 8 first look signals new industrial opportunities in JS-SEZ
JOHOR BAHRU: Eco Business Park 8 (EBP8) today hosted its "Eco Business Park 8 First Look" event at the EcoWorld Sales Gallery in Eco Business Park II (EBPII), offering businesses and stakeholders an exclusive preview of the latest industrial development strategically located within the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ).
Hanoi revises housing plan, prioritising green, smart urban development
The Hanoi People's Committee has approved a resolution adjusting the capital city's housing development programme through 2030, with an aim of reducing population growth in the inner city while promoting green and smart housing to improve residents' quality of life.
