Urban Renewal Act Offers Significant Benefits, Overhang Remains A Concern -- Propertyguru Malaysia

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad and Nur Atiq Maisarah Suhaimi

KUALA LUMPUR, May 14 (Bernama) -- The Urban Renewal Act, expected to be tabled in Parliament this July, could bring significant benefits such as preserving heritage, revitalising communities and generating economic impact, said PropertyGuru Malaysia country manager Kenneth Soh. 

Lagenda Expands Presence Into N. Sembilan, Acquires Land With RM550 Mln GDV

KUALA LUMPUR, March 20 (Bernama) -- Lagenda Properties Bhd (Lagenda) is expanding its development footprint nationwide with a strategic move into Negeri Sembilan, following the acquisition of land in Seremban which has an estimated gross development value (GDV) of RM550 million.

Gagasan Nadi Unit Secures RM134.41 Mln Contract In Bandar Elmina

KUALA LUMPUR, March 19 (Bernama) -- Gagasan Nadi Cergas Bhd’s unit Nadi Emery Sdn Bhd (NESB) has secured a RM134.41 million contract from Lembaga Perumahan Dan Hartanah Selangor (LPHS) for the en-bloc purchase of 523 units of Rumah Idaman, under Project Rumah Idaman at Elmina 5, Bandar Elmina (Type E), Sungai Buloh, Selangor.

Scientex Posts Lower Net Profit Of RM123.95 Mln In 2Q

KUALA LUMPUR, March 12 (Bernama) -- Scientex Bhd’s net profit fell 12.1 per cent to RM123.95 million in the second quarter ended Jan 31, 2025 (2Q FY2025) compared with RM141.01 million a year earlier. 

BPMB To Provide RM18.5 Mln Financing For Affordable Housing Project In Penang

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- Bank Pembangunan Malaysia Bhd (BPMB) has signed an RM18.5 million Tawarruq Financing Facility agreement with Firma Atasan Sdn Bhd to support the first phase of the Juru Hills Affordable Housing Project in Penang.

KLCCD Outlines Plans For Unique, Inclusive, And Sustainable Bandar Malaysia Project - MoF

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 20 (Bernama) — The developer behind the Bandar Malaysia project, KLCC Development Sdn Bhd (KLCCD), which is a wholly-owned subsidiary of KLCC (Holdings) Sdn Bhd (KLCCH), has outlined plans to create a unique, inclusive, and sustainable development, according to the Ministry of Finance (MoF).

Malaysia Leads ASEAN In Expanding Affordable Housing -- Juwai IQI

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is an ASEAN leader in successfully expanding access to affordable housing, though it has limited resources to dedicate to the segment, according to Juwai IQI.

SSF, Rumah Ibu Ink MoU For Affordable Housing Initiative In Perak

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 7 (Bernama) -- Homegrown furniture and home living retailer SSF Home Group Bhd (SSF) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Rumah Ibu Sdn Bhd to collaborate on the Rumah Ibu Scheme, an affordable homeownership initiative in Perak.

Steady Growth In The Property Sector This Year - Rahim & Co

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 16 (Bernama) -- The local property market is poised for steady growth in 2025, driven by sustained momentum in owner-occupier residential developments and the rise of emerging industries such as data centres and renewable energy.

Hunza Says Senze@PICC Progressing Well, Homeowners Can Expect To Receive Keys In 2027

GEORGE TOWN, Jan 3 (Bernama) -- Construction of Hunza Properties Bhd's latest flagship development, Senze@PICC, is progressing well, with purchasers expected to receive keys to their homes in 2027.

KRI Calls For Redefinition Of B40, M40, T20 To Address Economic Vulnerabilities

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 31 (Bernama) -- Khazanah Research Institute's (KRI) latest study finds that the current classification of the Bottom 40 (B40), Middle 40 (M40), and Top 20 (T20) income groups does not accurately reflect the true economic stratification of Malaysian households.

UEM Sunrise Gets Nod For Mixed-used Residential Project In Perth

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 18 (Bernama) -- UEM Sunrise Bhd has secured development approval from Development WA, the Western Australian state government’s central land and development agency, for its Subiaco East mixed-use residential project in Perth.