Nationwide property news
Property, construction and investment news from Nationwide, in short summaries with a link to the original story.
- RM83 Billion Allocation in Budget 2027 to Benefit Large-Cap Contractors
Budget 2027 allocates RM83 billion for development expenditure and RM11 billion for public-private partnerships. This is expected to benefit the construction sector.
- Ahmad Zaki Settles RM69 Million Legal Claim With AmBank
Ahmad Zaki Resources Bhd settled a legal claim with AmBank. The claim was for RM69.3 million due to payment defaults by its subsidiary.
- Stamp Duty Relief Eases Homebuying Costs But Affordability Crisis Persists, Experts Say
Malaysia's Budget 2027 includes expanded stamp duty exemptions. This could save first-time homebuyers thousands of ringgit.
- Infoline Tec Agrees To Two Months Extension On Proposed Factory Lot Acquisition
Infoline Tec Group Bhd agreed to extend the acquisition period of factory properties by two months. The new deadline is Dec 7, 2026.
- Property Sector Drag Amid Softer Loan Demand, Rising Overhangs
The property sector is experiencing a slowdown due to softer loan demand and rising overhangs. The Budget 2027 is expected to be unveiled this Friday.
- Come for the ayam gepuk, stay to discover your next dream home
Edumetro is hosting an event with food and property exploration. Families can attend to feast and discover properties.
- Trees, the missing ingredient in urban living
Research suggests greenery contributes to physical and mental wellbeing. Urban green spaces encourage physical activity and provide psychological benefits.
- Rising construction costs could push up housing prices, contractors warn
The Master Builders Association Malaysia warns that rising construction costs may lead to higher property prices. Construction cost pressures are the cause.
- Unsold completed homes rise to 33,094, Rehda calls for HOC 2027
Rehda reported 33,094 unsold completed homes nationwide. Rehda proposed HOC 2027 to address this issue.
- When healthcare comes home, every one wins
e.Sentral SmartCity offers healthcare access and smart-home convenience. It aims to provide healthier and more connected urban living.
- Malaysia property market remains resilient with RM105.12 bln transactions in 1H 2026
Malaysia's property market had RM105.12 billion in transactions in the first half of 2026. The market remained firm due to stable transactions and price movements.
- Minimum wage should help workers save, own homes, not just cover expenses: Expert
An expert suggests the minimum wage review should consider more than basic living costs. The goal is to enable workers to save and own homes.
- PropertyGuru says interest in renting on the rise, welcomes proposed Residential Tenancy Act
PropertyGuru Malaysia saw rental searches outpace sale searches over the past year. This reflects growing interest in renting.
- KPKT resolves 1,647 sick, abandoned housing projects worth RM153 billion, says Nga
Housing Minister Nga Kor Ming announced that KPKT has resolved 1,647 abandoned housing projects. The projects were worth RM153 billion.
- Shaping our ‘third skin’ for well-being
GreenRe senior assessor Colin Timothy Santhakumar talks about sustainable residential design. He emphasizes occupant health, indoor air quality, and accessibility.
