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China’s factories, construction slump in sign of deeper slowdown

China’s factory activity unexpectedly fell in July as the official manufacturing PMI dropped to 49.2 (below the 50 growth threshold), the first contraction in five months. The non-manufacturing PMI (services + construction) slipped to 49 — its weakest since Dec 2022 —...

Vitrox surges to new all-time high after stronger than expected 2Q

Vitrox Corporation Bhd (KL: VITROX) jumped after posting a stronger-than-expected quarter, prompting analysts to raise earnings forecasts and target prices. Robust demand for AI infrastructure, an expanding product pipeline, and tax incentives are expected to drive...

What the Strata Management Act 2013 Means for Your Building’s By-Laws

The Strata Management Act 2013 created standardized statutory by-laws for strata schemes in Peninsular Malaysia and Labuan, which generally override conflicting clauses in older Deeds of Mutual Covenant (DMCs). The Act provides a common legal baseline for issues like...

What Home Seekers Should Know, Especially First-Time Home Buyers

Budget 2026 matters for first-time home buyers because fiscal measures (stamp duty, RPGT, income tax reliefs, credit guarantees) and broader cost‑of‑living changes shape entry costs, financing capacity and market supply. Key points: the 100% stamp duty exemption for...

Foreign Buyer Rules and Thresholds: What Can Be Bought and at What Minimums

Malaysia allows foreign property ownership but under a layered legal framework: federal permission plus state-level controls. Foreigners (including non-citizens, foreign companies and PRs) can buy many residential properties—especially strata units—subject to state...

Malaysia’s Industrial Frontier To Be Defined By Industrial AI

Industries across ASEAN are entering a transformation driven by advanced manufacturing, infrastructure and sustainability goals, and industrial AI is emerging as a key enabler. Unlike consumer-focused AI, industrial AI blends physics-based simulation, engineering...

Rehda Institute calls for updated housing policies to reflect changing market needs

Rehda Institute has previewed its "Housing for All: Co-Creating a Needs‑Driven Framework," urging Malaysia to adopt an evidence-based housing policy that is regularly reviewed to reflect shifting demographics, incomes and local market conditions ahead of National...

From chip tools to chipmaker: Mi Technovation moves up the value chain

Mi Technovation, a leader in die-sorting equipment and solder ball materials, is transforming into a diversified semiconductor technology group across four pillars: equipment, materials, semiconductor devices (SiC MOSFETs) and electric powertrains. Its Accurus...

FAR Capital makes ‘impossible’ rental returns

FAR Capital argues positive cashflow from property is achievable with the right strategy, despite widespread scepticism. The firm says 2026’s rising rental demand—driven by economic uncertainty and low new supply—has pushed rents up, but many landlords still lose...

UK housing market downturn eased a little in June

Britain’s housing market showed slight easing in its downturn but remains fragile and uncertain, RICS reported. Key points: headline house price balance stayed around -33% (May revised to -34%); new buyer enquiries improved to -29% (best since February); near-term...

Robust AI Demand

Malaysia

Samsung reported a record quarterly operating profit driven by a 49-fold surge in chip income as AI data‑center demand lifted memory-chip prices and volumes. Its chip division posted 53.7 trillion won in operating profit for Jan–Mar (vs. 1.1 trillion won a year...

Genting International Shoplot

Pahang

King’s Park Genting Highlands is a vibrant integrated development located in one of Malaysia’s fastest-growing tourism hotspots. Combining retail, commercial shoplots, residences, hospitality, and entertainment, it creates a dynamic destination for visitors,...

Renewable Energy Projects to Drive Economic Growth and Sustainability

Perak

The Perak state government is aggressively expanding its renewable energy (RE) sector to stimulate the economy, lower energy costs, and achieve long-term environmental sustainability. Key Highlights: Leading Solar Capacity: Perak is currently one of the leaders in...

Genting Entry Charge: No Major Market Disruption

Pahang

Genting Highlands vehicle fee seen as manageable, minimal impact on property, tourism A one-time vehicle entry fee for Genting Highlands is expected to roll out in 2026, but experts say it’s unlikely to significantly hurt tourism or property markets. The impact...

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