Kuala Lumpur DIGEST, 1Q 2026
Market holds steady amid cautious start to 2026
- Investment activity slows to RM275.9m in 1Q 2026 – geopolitical tensions and REIT tax changes weigh on sentiment. How cautious will investors become?
- Office occupancy holds firm at 79.3% – premium buildings and co-working operators continue attracting expansions. Which offices are winning the flight-to-quality trend?
- Retail footfall stays resilient despite market reshuffling – experiential dining and tenant remixing reshape mall strategies. Which centres will outperform in 2026?
- KLCC luxury prices cross RM1,500 psf – trophy assets remain resilient as buyers grow more selective. Will rising construction costs slow future launches?
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