Budget 2027 raises individual tax relief, extends Sara aid to M40
13 million adult Malaysians who do not receive STR will get RM100 twice in 2027, before Aidilfitri and for the 70th National Day.
Consumer & Brands
Retail, food and drink, consumer brands and household spending.
Seroja Gardens first phase sells out within three hours
The 52-home phase has a gross development value of RM48.3 million, while a planned second phase is estimated at RM44 million.
Budget 2027 outlines wage and housing measures for urban households
SEAFIC highlighted support spanning pay, home financing, food purchases and social protection for middle- and lower-income groups.
Budget 2027 tax relief for Lindung contributors capped at RM150
Socso expects more than 8.5 million contributors to Lindung 24 Jam and 1.7 million to Lindung Kendiri to benefit.
PTPTN borrowers with regular repayments and no arrears to get 10% discount
Budget 2027 also provides repayment deferrals for borrowers earning less than RM2,500 a month and RM50 minimum repayments for another income group.
Budget 2027 prioritises fiscal discipline and household cost relief
Anwar says savings from tighter financial management will support those in need, while subsidised RON95 petrol remains at RM1.99 per litre.
Local film duty exemption to raise producers’ ticket returns
The Budget 2027 measure covers the Federal Territories, while Finas hopes state governments will consider similar exemptions.
Government approves RM150 million Postal Fund
The fund is expected to begin operating in the first quarter of 2027, supporting postal services in rural, remote and island communities.
Mitraland launches RM800 million Bayou Quartz housing project in Klang
The first phase comprises 287 homes priced from RM905,000, while Phase 1A recorded a 90% take-up rate, according to the developer.
Full stamp duty exemption proposed for first homes up to RM500,000
The proposed relief would cover purchases under sale-and-purchase agreements executed from Jan 1, 2027, to Dec 31, 2030.
