by Leni | Apr 9, 2026 | Malaysia
The World Bank has revised Malaysia’s 2026 GDP growth forecast up to 4.4% (from 4.1%), driven mainly by resilient domestic demand and strong private consumption. Favorable labour market conditions, ongoing government income support and significant wage gains — real...
by Leni | Apr 9, 2026 | Malaysia
From June, Malaysia will substantially raise the minimum salary threshold for expatriate Employment Pass (EP) holders, effectively doubling the required pay. The move is intended to push employers to hire more local workers for white-collar roles and reduce reliance...
by Leni | Apr 9, 2026 | Malaysia
The CBRE | WTW Market Outlook Report 2026, “Resilience to Relevance,” forecasts Malaysia’s property market to maintain stable growth in 2026, driven by prime office, industrial and tourism-related sectors and supported by major infrastructure projects. Key...
by Kiara Realty | Mar 17, 2026 | Malaysia
Higher oil will raise Malaysia’s petrol subsidy bill, increasing pressure on the 2026 fiscal deficit target and possibly forcing the government to consider additional fiscal measures. Financial markets, especially Bursa Malaysia, may experience volatility with...
by Kiara Realty | Feb 10, 2026 | Malaysia
Malaysia’s property market is gaining growing international interest, especially from Asian and European investors, due to its strong fundamentals, governance, and structured development planning. According to Samuel Tan, CEO of Olive Tree Property Consultants,...
