Kerjaya Prospek wins RM201m job from related property company, sets RM2b order book replenishment target for 2026 KUALA LUMPUR (Jan 15): Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd (KL:KERJAYA), which targets RM2 billion in order book replenishment for 2026, said its subsidiary Kerjaya Prospek (M) Sdn Bhd has secured its first contract for 2026 worth RM201.25 million from…
Read MorePutrajaya vs Cyberjaya: One corridor, two outcomes—both entering different stages of residential growth PETALING JAYA (Jan 15): Putrajaya and Cyberjaya, sitting side by side in the southern part of Greater Kuala Lumpur, are twin cities whose blueprints have been intentionally crafted to meet national aspirations: the former as the federal administration seat, and the latter…
Read MoreAdrianta (left) and Lim inserting the Archidex Datum key into the slot to activate the opening sequence. KUALA LUMPUR: Archidex, an architecture business event jointly organised by the Malaysian Institute of Architects (PAM) and CIS Network Sdn Bhd, alongside the Ministry of Housing and Local Government (KPKT) is targeting to breach its last year’s RM1.4bil…
Read MoreAn artist impression of Regent’s Park high-end bungalow in Iskandar Puteri. In the crowded landscape of Malaysian real estate, a new name has emerged not by following traditional blueprints but by rewriting them. Founded in 2022, Haverse has rapidly ascended from a boutique firm to a high-impact developer, amassing a landbank of 116.92 acres with…
Read MoreUnder the proposal, Sunway is offering RM3.15 per IJM share through a combination of RM0.315 in cash and 0.501 new Sunway shares, valuing IJM at about RM11 billion. KUALA LUMPUR (Jan 14): Shares of Sunway Bhd (KL:SUNWAY) and IJM Corporation Bhd (KL:IJM) ended Tuesday on a mixed note as investors weighed Sunway’s proposed RM11 billion…
Read MoreAnalysts see Sunway’s IJM deal boosting credibility, reducing holding company discount CIMB Securities said the transaction is positive for Sunway, highlighting diversification into infrastructure assets such as toll roads and ports, and operational synergies across property and construction. KUALA LUMPUR (Jan 13): Analysts are generally positive on Sunway Bhd’s (KL:SUNWAY) RM11 billion takeover of IJM…
Read MoreBy Joseph Wong As living costs continue to rise and salaries remain stagnant, more people are turning to DIY projects at home rather than calling in the experts. Electrical and plumbing works aside, unless one is a qualified electrician or plumber, DIY home projects are significantly growing in Malaysia. The familiar sound of a weekend…
Read MoreProperty purchase is being rebranded and no longer driven primarily by symbolism or prestige. By Pavither Sidhu For much of the past three decades, owning a property was framed as the ultimate life milestone one can achieve. It was a symbol of adulthood, financial stability and long-term success. The traditional view of the home as…
Read MoreCountries are adapting to rising population and urbanisation As cities grow denser and climates change, the way we live is evolving. Across the globe, architects and developers are rethinking homes to balance efficiency, sustainability and quality of life. From micro-living in Japan to floating homes in the Netherlands, modern properties are more than shelter. They…
Read MoreReal estate growth hinges on access to electricity and water By Joseph Wong While Johor continues to lead Asia in the growth of industrial estates, data centres and residential developments, a new and formidable bottleneck is emerging. Industry experts are warning that the defining theme of the 2026 real estate market will not be land…
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