News by Veishnawi Nehru

In less than a decade, E Trend Realty Sdn Bhd has grown from a modest startup into a fast-growing nationwide real estate platform, driven by a strong emphasis on people, systems and vision.

The skyline of Kuala Lumpur’s central business district (KL CBD) is shifting fast. The common sight of tower cranes and scaffolds signal a fresh wave of construction across some of the city’s most prized land around KL City Centre (KLCC), Bukit Bintang, and their surrounding districts.

On the 40th floor of Aetas Damansara in Tropicana Damansara, Petaling Jaya, a private lift opens directly into a 3,110-sq ft residence overlooking the Tropicana golf course.

Despite witnessing a marginal dip in overall property transaction volume in 2025 (3.5% y-o-y), many high-value deals continued to move the market. 

The move reflects a growing need for a more paced and considered analysis in an information-saturated market.

The way Malaysians work is evolving. Offices are no longer just spaces to park employees; they are increasingly seen as strategic hubs for collaboration, talent attraction, and innovation.

Kuala Lumpur Festival (KL Fest) will return from May 6 to 31, bringing more than 80 arts and cultural events to heritage buildings and public spaces across the city as part of ongoing efforts to revive activity in the capital’s historic core.

Suria KLCC is marking Hari Raya Aidilfitri with a heritage-themed campaign featuring traditional crafts, cultural performances and a festive installation, with the mall’s Centre Court transformed into a bougainvillea garden display.

Mah Sing Group Bhd’s M Aspira serviced residence project in Taman Desa is nearly 85% sold, as the developer hosted a Chinese New Year open house at the project’s sales gallery on Saturday (March 7).

Johor’s industrial engine is shifting into high gear as the Johor–Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) fuels fresh investment, powering demand for logistics, manufacturing, and data centre assets across the state.