Written by Shan Saeed, IQI Chief Economist
The month of April has commenced with tariffs going global. Trump tariff is the new risk to the global economy and investors are getting ready navigating through these choppy times. At the time of writing this piece, President Trump has given 90 days pause except for China.…
Written by Taco Heidinga, IQI Global Strategic Advisor
As the U.S. re-enters a protectionist phase under Donald Trump’s renewed influence, global investors are bracing for another wave of tariffs that could reshape international trade—and, interestingly, global property investment trends. Historically, tariffs lead to supply chain disruptions, rising costs for materials, and increased geopolitical…
Every time someone tells me that renting forever is a terrible financial decision, I ask them to take a hike.
They’re not wrong in saying that rent goes towards someone else’s mortgage, but that doesn’t make buying a house the only smart option.
For many Malaysians, renting instead of buying a home makes…
By Dave Platter, Global PR Director
IQI has compiled new data on access to affordable housing, revealing that Malaysia is a leader in ASEAN.
“With a population of 34 million and a per capita GDP of RM51,001, Malaysia has limited resources to allocate to affordable housing,” said Kashif Ansari, Co-Founder and Group CEO of IQI.…
By Dante Azarmi, Head of Business Development
As global awareness of environmental issues increases, the real estate sector is undergoing a transformative shift toward sustainability. Investors are increasingly recognizing that eco-friendly properties not only benefit the planet but also offer substantial financial rewards. Here’s why green real estate is emerging as the future of profitable…
By Muhazrol Muhamad, GVP, Head of Bumiputra Segment
Malaysia’s property market has just shattered records, delivering its strongest performance in the past decade, according to the latest Property Market 2024 Snapshots by NAPIC. This isn’t just growth—it’s a full-blown boom, solidifying Malaysia’s reputation as a real estate powerhouse in Southeast Asia.
Breaking Records: Transaction Volume…
Written by Irhamy Ahmad, Founder and Managing Director of Irhamy Valuers International
Malaysia’s power sector has undergone significant transformation, shifting from a reliance on fossil fuels to a more diversified and sustainable energy mix. Concerns over environmental sustainability, energy security, and efficiency have driven efforts to modernize and repower existing power plants while prioritizing…
By Shaen Saeed, IQI Chief Economist “You can’t fathom the modern world without putting chips at the center of the story. Advanced chipmaking will return to America in 2025, more than a decade after the country lost its edge in semiconductor manufacturing to TSMC. TSMC is making a huge investment of more than $100…
Written by Taco Heidinga, IQI Global Strategic Advisor
The world’s wealthiest investors are focusing on prime international real estate destinations such as Bali, Dubai, Phuket, and Kuala Lumpur. These hotspots offer strong returns, lifestyle appeal, and long-term value appreciation. Here’s why you should consider investing alongside them.
Bali: Tourism-Driven Growth Why Invest? High occupancy rates,…
Written by Dave Platter, Global PR Director
Fears about DeepSeek’s impact on Malaysia’s data centre market are turning into excitement, according to analysis from Juwai IQI Co-Founder and Group CEO, Kashif Ansari. His insights were featured in more than a dozen media outlets this month in Malaysia and China. “DeepSeek shocked the world with a…
