Homebuyers to continue to face financing difficulties with banks holding out loans in Malaysia, says Knight Frank

Knight Frank Malaysia, the global property consultancy,has launched its latest research report, Real Estate Highlights for 2nd Half of 2016 which looks into the market performance across the various property mix – Residential, Office and Retail; and highlights the trends and outlook in the four key markets in Malaysia, including Kuala Lumpur, Klang Valley, Penang, …

Fitch: Property developer lending could stoke risks in Malaysia

The Malaysian government’s decision to grant lending licences to property developers could add to the risks associated with rising household debt, says Fitch Ratings. The scheme is likely to encourage unregulated lending to households with weak financial profiles, and could undermine the strength of the financial system if not implemented prudently. Tan Sri Noh Omar, …