M-REITs: Malaysian REITs for High-Net-Worth Foreign Investors
Malaysian Real Estate Investment Trusts (M-REITs) offer a sophisticated avenue for high-net-worth foreign investors seeking diversified real estate exposure with attractive dividend yields. This comprehensive guide highlights M-REITs’ net yields (5.2%-7.8%), combining direct property benefits with exchange-traded liquidity within Malaysia’s stable economy and robust legal framework. Understand why Malaysia is a strategic destination for global investment capital.
Explore the foundational definition of M-REITs, their structure, and core advantages: reliable income streams via mandatory distributions, portfolio diversification across retail, office, industrial, and healthcare sectors, and superior market liquidity. We compare M-REIT performance against international peers and detail practicalities for foreign investors, including regulations, brokerage account setup, and robust investor protections. Crucially, the guide demystifies taxation, covering the 10% dividend withholding tax and the significant exemption from Real Property Gains Tax (RPGT) on M-REIT unit sales. Learn to navigate currency volatility and optimize your investment strategy in Malaysian real estate.