LBS Posts Solid Q3FYE2021 Results

23 November 2021

20211123 LBS POSTS SOLID Q3FYE2021 RESULTS

For Immediate Release

LBS POSTS SOLID Q3FYE2021 RESULTS

  • Total property sales (22 November 2021: RM1.10 billion) translates to 92% of 2021 sales target (RM1.2 billion)
  • 20 on-going projects with a Gross Development Value of RM5.65 billion
  • Unbilled sales of RM2.17 billion

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Petaling Jaya, 23 November 2021 – LBS Bina Group Berhad (“LBS” or the “Group”) today announced its third quarter results for the financial year ending 31 December 2021 (“Q3FYE21”).

 

For the quarter under review, LBS delivered a profit before tax of RM34.0 million and profit after tax of RM20.0 million, a quarter-on-quarter increase of 34.5% and 3.2% respectively. To add on, revenue and profit after tax and minority interest (“PATMI”) clocked in at RM254.0 million and RM18.1 million respectively, despite a quarter whereby sales and construction progress were impacted by COVID-19 related restrictions and the re-implementation of the Full Movement Control Order. The Group reported that development projects within the Klang Valley accounted for more than 81% of the Group’s revenue for the nine months ended 30 September 2021 (“9MFYE21”).

 

The nine months ended 30 September 2021, revenue and PATMI surged by 15.0% and 153.7% to RM922.4 million and RM60.0 million respectively, as compared to the corresponding period in 2020. The 9MFYE21 PATMI has surpassed 2020’s total PATMI of RM51.3 million. The increase was largely attributable to the positive take-up rates and steady construction progress of the Group’s ongoing development projects at KITA @ Cybersouth, LBS Alam Perdana, Alam Awana Industrial Park, Residensi Bintang Bukit Jalil and Cameron Centrum. LBS’ cash and cash equivalents for 9MFYE21 stood at RM197.4 million, an increase of 30.4% compared to 9MFYE20.

 

The Group further announced that it currently has 20 on-going development projects with an estimated Gross Development Value (“GDV”) of RM5.65 billion, land bank for future development of 2,794 acres with an estimated GDV of RM24.3 billion and unbilled sales of RM2.17 billion.

 

Commenting on the results, LBS Executive Chairman Tan Sri Lim Hock San said, “LBS has been able to sustain its earnings growth as a result of carefully planned launches and the team’s relentless effort to push forward with garnering sales and bookings despite the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic. We therefore have been rewarded with a profitable quarter and we hope to keep this going into the final turn of 2021.

 

As of 22 November 2021, we have secured RM1.10 billion in sales and total bookings in the pipeline of RM950.2 million. Against the bigger picture, we have achieved 92% of our 2021 sales target which is set at RM1.2 billion. This illustrates that we are building in the right areas and delivering affordable housing which satisfies the needs of the general public. As reported by the Housing Bureau Statistics, Malaysia still has a shortage of 1 million units of affordable residential housing. On the back of this, we recently launched Prestige Residence in Seri Kembangan and landed houses in Kita Mesra at KITA @ Cybersouth, whereby we have seen encouraging sales. We are also supportive of the Selangor state government’s plan to build 30,000 affordable homes in strategic locations by 2025. We are launching six Rumah Selangorku Idaman MBI projects which will be constructed using IBS precast concrete, and we hope to be able to work together with the Selangor State Government to build more affordable housing in Selangor in the future.

 

He added, “While the outlook for the property sector is expected to remain challenging, we are encouraged by Malaysia’s return to normalcy, having achieved over 90% vaccination rate among the adult population. Based on data released by the National Property Information Centre, there was an 18.5% increase in the number of transactions for properties below RM500,000 in the first half of 2021, compared to the corresponding period in 2020. This is a positive sign for the property sector, in particular for affordable housing, as it provides an optimistic view that the property market is on track for recovery.”

 

For more information, please visit https://lbs.com.my/ .

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LBS Bina Launches A New Phase Of KITA @ Cybersouth

16 November 2021

20211116 LBS BINA LAUNCHES A NEW PHASE OF KITA @ CYBERSOUTH

For Immediate Release

LBS BINA LAUNCHES A NEW PHASE OF KITA @ CYBERSOUTH
KITA Mesra Sets to Be the Next Successful Residence

 

Petaling Jaya, Selangor, 16 November 2021 – LBS Bina Group Berhad (LBS) today unveils KITA Mesra, another affordable landed homes with a total of 646 units comprising of 3 property types, Townhouse, Double Storey as well as Single Storey Terrace Houses which will set to launch first, with an estimated Gross Development Value (GDV) of RM309 million. Previous phases within KITA @ Cybersouth has proven time after time to be a hit with its exceptional take-up rate of up to 90% for almost all units that were released from one phase to another.

LBS Executive Chairman, Tan Sri Lim Hock San said “KITA Mesra is yet another neighbourly residence that is set to follow the footsteps of KITA @ Cybersouth township, fulfilling the homeownership dreams of fellow Malaysians, with affordable pricing for new family starters. We believe that even with the ongoing pandemic, the demand for landed properties will continue to surge and this project can benefit buyers with its reasonable price range as well as value for investments in the long term,”

Mesra means ‘Friendly’. KITA Mesra, sited on a Malay Reserved Land, is built with an open space concept, ample space on the exterior, surrounded by green lungs and parks, ideal for outdoor activities and recreational endeavours to create friendly vicinity. Safety is also an integral focus for KITA Mesra where it is gated and guarded, with CCTV, access card via guardhouse and perimeter patrol for total security of residents. KITA Mesra is built with first-time homebuyers, particularly growing families, in mind, positioned near Putrajaya and Cyberjaya while providing easy access to major highways as well as amenities, all of which are pivotal features of a self-sustaining residence. Built with family-bonding and community living as its primary intend, KITA Mesra is equipped with a plethora of facilities such as community hall, open courtyard area, jogging and cycling tracks, multi-purpose courts, reflexology garden, barbeque pods, just to name a few, perfect for an array of recreational and community activities.

KITA Mesra is one of the participating projects for the Vacci-Nation Bonanza campaign which has been further extended till the end of the year. In this campaign, LBS will be giving out a total of RM671,120 cash incentives and extra cash incentives of up to RM334,500 for those who are in line for vaccination or have been vaccinated. Also, in the 1st round of the LBS Fabulous 20-21 campaign lucky draw, LBS Bina has recently given away prizes worth RM445,000 with the Proton X50 as the grand prize. KITA Mesra homebuyers who place their booking by end of 2021 will be entitled for the 2nd round of the lucky draw with even more amazing prizes such as the Proton X70, Persona, Iriz, Exora valued at RM750,000 to be won.

For more information on KITA Mesra, please visit us at https://virtualfair.lbs.com.my/township/cybersouth/ or contact 1700 81 8998.

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VoxPop: Your Next Best Investment!

Cameron Centrum @ Brinchang is a mixed development in a league of its own!

Centrum breaks free from the typical commercial spaces where its view only gets better as the day turns into night.

In this episode of VoxPop, allow me to bring you on a quick tour to Precinct 1 of Centrum!

 


 

Our Vox Pop Cast

Host : Rayeon Lee
Director : Ahmad Shafiqri
A. Director : Hazziq bin Khalizan

LBS’ Commentary On Malaysia’s Budget 2022

1 November 2021

20211101 LBS’ COMMENTARY ON MALAYSIA’S BUDGET 2022

For Immediate Release

LBS’ COMMENTARY ON MALAYSIA’S BUDGET 2022

 

Petaling Jaya, 1 November 2021 – LBS Bina Group Berhad (“LBS” or the “Group”) applauds the Government’s focus on healthcare spending, job creation and economic recovery following the tabling of Budget 2022 by Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz in Parliament on 29 October 2021.

 

Most notably for the property sector, LBS welcomes the Government’s removal of real property gains tax on properties sold after six years from when it was first acquired. As it has been widely anticipated by the general public, LBS believes this is an important move to stimulate the secondary property market and encourage long-term investment. The public would be more receptive towards home upgrades and owning a property.

 

To add on, LBS appreciates that the Government has placed the lower-income households at the forefront of Budget 2022 by providing RM2 billion in guarantees under the Housing Credit Guarantee Scheme for those without a steady income. This improves the accessibility of gig-workers, small-time business owners and farmers towards obtaining housing loans and owning their own home, which LBS as a leading affordable housing developer strives to provide.

 

The extension of personal income tax relief of up to RM1,000 for domestic tourism expenses up to the year of assessment 2022 is beneficial to encourage tourism within Malaysia. This is in particular since LBS has earlier this year re-opened to tourists its own SCAPES Hotel in Genting Highlands. The effective re-opening of the tourism sector translates to a positive multiplier effect for the economy

 

Commenting on Budget 2022, LBS Executive Chairman Tan Sri Lim Hock San said, “The initiatives under Budget 2022 appear balanced with the aim of assisting businesses and the rakyat towards economic recovery post-pandemic. The Government has not introduced any additional taxes to burden families, which bode well for LBS as there is a greater opportunity for more funds to be channelled towards the property development sector. Overall, we laud the Government’s efforts in proposing a budget that is strong and proactive as we continue to work towards reviving the property market.”

 

For more information, please visit https://lbs.com.my/ .

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Don’t Delay, Keep Breast Cancer At Bay

Editor’s note: This article was written in conjunction with Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We know that we’re towards the end of the month but we also believe that this piece will be a timeless advice. We hope you enjoy the read and do share them with your loved ones! 

What if the most impactful method of curing breast cancer was out of the hospital? We are not doctors but what we know for sure is that the ultimate solution to breast cancer starts not from the hospital but from our society. Try this, initiate a conversation with a colleague and have an open discussion on breast cancer. The initial reaction is more often than not anything between the lines of awkward or shyness, yes? Breast cancer is the most common cancer in the world and also in Malaysia, but why is it not widely discussed and what can we do about it?

To start things off on a positive note, despite it being the most common cancer, breast cancer is highly treatable and survivable in the early stages (Stage 0 and 1). Of course, that has to be accompanied by early detection measures namely, mammography and clinical breast examination. With the prevalence of the coronavirus, many people would have been financially impacted or concerned about heading to the hospital for check-ups. Thus, while we still very much recommend seeking professional assistance, self-examination is most definitely a viable option on its own. Upon detection, it will ensure the most ideal opportunity for an effective treatment.

However, what is most concerning is that breast cancer is usually asymptomatic at the beginning, where it starts off being a small and painless lump, which may then lead to delayed diagnosis. On following stages, evident symptoms may begin to appear, such as change in the shape and/or size of the breast, a lump in the breast or underarm area, pain and swollen in the breast area, and more severe symptoms would be discharge from the nipple (could be blood), which does not include breast milk. While most breast lumps are not cancerous, it is advised for women to visit a doctor for an examination should they notice a lump on the breast.

Many women also shy away from thinking about breast cancer as the thought of it alone is enough to frighten them. There is also the prevalence of taboo which discourages public discussion on the said topic. To add on, there are even misconceptions that there is currently no effective treatment for breast cancer. All of these are bad practices that will cause one to miss out and delay the best timing for treatment. Overthinking without making any form of resounding action, is in this case a very costly decision. We may lack the knowledge in this aspect but we must never for a moment lack the courage. At this very moment, there is nothing better that one can do than to steel oneself and reach out to someone you can trust and/or experience and seek immediate medical advice.

Equal attention needs to be given to post-breast cancer patients too. This is because, for those who have recovered, more than two-thirds of respondents felt a drop in the confidence of their bodies after a breast cancer diagnosis as well as treatment. Many felt that it had decreased their self-esteem where they experienced a loss of identity as compared to before breast cancer. We must acknowledge the impact that breast cancer diagnosis can bring upon one’s psychological well-being. From not being able to accept the post-cancer version of themselves or the inability to break the news to their partner or children, all of these can ultimately lead to depression and anxiety, which can, in turn, decrease the survival rate of a patient or even lead to recurrence of the cancer. Therefore, psychological treatment is just as crucial when it comes to the effective treatment of breast cancer.

As much as we are house builders, we also believe that a house can only be a home when we have our loved ones with us. To readers battling with breast cancer, like all other forms of cancer, breast cancer is a serious health diagnosis and is deeply personal. While some can be open and expressive about their condition, the rest may choose to keep it a hush-hush, and that’s okay so long that he/she has reached out for help! For readers with loved ones battling cancer, it is not easy on your end too and your unconditional support means the world to them and a strong support system is the foundation for a successful road to recovery. Whichever the approach may be, one must embrace the change in reality but know for a fact that they still have the ability to transform their cancer journey. Breast cancer should be a topic that is widely discussed, be it in October or all year round. Most importantly, don’t delay and keep breast cancer at bay!

#LetsBeSafe

Savvy With Property Abbreviations

Planning to buy your first house? There’s really no better time to do so! Especially with the HOC extended till the end of 2021, as well as BNM maintaining its OPR at an all-time low of 1.75%. You also happen to have a healthy DSR? Great! Hold up, you look confused, did all these abbreviations confuse you? Believe it or not, we were once in that spot.

The process of buying your first home can be overwhelming because it is not merely a cash and carry process. Besides having an in-depth knowledge of the potential property, being well-versed with banking and property abbreviations is equally as important.

In this article, we won’t be going too in-depth on every abbreviation so that you can take your time to digest all this info. Here is our pick of property abbreviations that you need to know to help ease your way on your journey to securing your first home:

1. HOC

Introduced back in 2019, HOC is the abbreviation for Home Ownership Campaign, a government initiative intended to aid homebuyers in search to purchase their dream property and simultaneously catalyze sales of unsold properties in the housing market of Malaysia. The HOC comprises significant stamp duty exemptions on Instrument of Transfer, Instrument on Loan Agreement, and much more. Be quick though because this campaign is only here to stay till the end of 2021.

2. MPC, BNM, and OPR

Hear us out on why we place them together. The Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) is an overnight interest rate set by the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of Malaysia’s central bank, Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) intended for monetary policy direction. Remember how we mentioned that at the time of speaking the OPR is at its all-time low and that’s a good thing? The lower the OPR is set, the cheaper it is to take a loan and thus, better capabilities of accessing capital, be it for personal or commercial reasons, and vice versa.

3. DSR

A Debt Service Ratio (DSR) is a method used by banks to gauge your ability to afford the loan that you just applied for. When purchasing a house, DSR is crucial as banks use this formula to determine the amount that you can afford to pay for your monthly property loan instalments. A healthy DSR is in the 30-40% range. In short, the lower your DSR, the merrier but should your DSR be on the high side, don’t give up just yet. You can always seek advice from your bank on the highest DSR that they accept because every bank’s DSR limits may differ.

4. CTOS

Credit Tip-Off Services or better known as CTOS in short is a report that is issued by CTOS Data Systems Sdn Bhd, which is one of our country’s leading private Credit Reporting Agency (CRA) which archives an individual or organization’s complete credit record. Contrary to a Central Credit Reference Information System (CCRIS) report which only tracks credit history for the past one year, CTOS reports are stored indefinitely. A good CTOS score will boost your credit application approval and ultimately, bring you one step closer to your dream home!

5. DOA

No no, it’s not prayer in Malay, but instead stands for Deed of Assignment. DOA is a legal document that is used to transfer the ownership of a property/a debt from one party to another. It confirms the transfer of ownership from the ‘Assignor’ (the individual who currently owns the property) to the ‘Assignee’ (the individual who is acquiring the property).

6. MOT

The Memorandum of Transfer (MOT) is a legal document that follows the SPA and confirms the actual transfer of the ownership of the property. It confirms the actual transfer of ownership of a property. Wait, MOT sounds very similar to DOA, yes? Signing the MOT signing signifies that the Land Title will be transferred from the developer to you. For high-rise units, once it is divided, the MOT needs to be filed at the Land Office to transfer the ownership of the unit from the developer to the buyer. The signing of the MOT is the legal confirmation of transfer of ownership and generally forms the final step of the transfer process.

7. SPA

The Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA) is an extremely important document that defines the terms of a house sale. A legally binding contract between buyer and seller that confirms mutually agreed conditions such as the method of payment, defect liability period, conditions of the property, fixtures, and fittings, and other relevant clauses.

8. DLP

Do you know how our new phones and electronics come with warranty? Defect Liability Period or DLP in short is sort of the same thing but for properties instead. It is a specific period where your developer is responsible to fix any defects identified in your new home. Spotted misaligned or hollow tiles, uneven paint, or crack ceilings? It’s part of the SOP for developers to thoroughly inspect the property before vacant possession (VP), while you get all excited for your new house, knock and skim through every corner of the house! Under the Housing Development Act in Malaysia, the DLP period is 24 months for individual titles and 36 months for strata titles, beginning from the day you take the keys for your new house, so start checking away!

9. CCC

CCC stands for the Certificate of Completion and Compliance (CCC) which is also by far one of the most important documents in the journey of securing your dream home. This black and white is issued when your newly built house is signed off as completed and safe for habitation, as evaluated and submitted by an appointed architect known as Principal Submitting Person (PSP).

10. BLR

To make it easy to digest, Base Lending Rates (short for BLR) is the base interest rate that banks internally turn to prior to finalizing the rate to charge for your home loan. To describe more precisely, BLR is the rate determined by each bank according to the cost needed to borrow the money to be lent to borrowers, which is determined by the aforementioned OPR.

Well done! You’ve made it till the very end. Of course, there’s so much more to learn in the world of property and every abbreviation actually deserves its very own article. But no worries, we are confident that you are now much savvier than when you started. Did you like what you read? Let us know in the comments down below how we can help you be better equipped in buying your new house!

#Let’sBeSavvy

Savvy with Property Abbreviations

Planning to buy your first house? There’s really no better time to do so! Especially with the HOC extended till the end of 2021, as well as BNM maintaining its OPR at an all-time low of 1.75%. You also happen to have a healthy DSR? Great! Hold up, you look confused, did all these abbreviations confuse you? Believe it or not, we were once in that spot.

The process of buying your first home can be overwhelming because it is not merely a cash and carry process. Besides having an in-depth knowledge of the potential property, being well-versed with banking and property abbreviations is equally as important.

In this article, we won’t be going too in-depth on every abbreviation so that you can take your time to digest all this info. Here is our pick of property abbreviations that you need to know to help ease your way on your journey to securing your first home:

1. HOC

Introduced back in 2019, HOC is the abbreviation for Home Ownership Campaign, a government initiative intended to aid homebuyers in search to purchase their dream property and simultaneously catalyze sales of unsold properties in the housing market of Malaysia. The HOC comprises significant stamp duty exemptions on Instrument of Transfer, Instrument on Loan Agreement, and much more. Be quick though because this campaign is only here to stay till the end of 2021.

 

2. MPC, BNM, and OPR

Hear us out on why we place them together. The Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) is an overnight interest rate set by the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of Malaysia’s central bank, Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) intended for monetary policy direction. Remember how we mentioned that at the time of speaking the OPR is at its all-time low and that’s a good thing? The lower the OPR is set, the cheaper it is to take a loan and thus, better capabilities of accessing capital, be it for personal or commercial reasons, and vice versa.

 

3. DSR

A Debt Service Ratio (DSR) is a method used by banks to gauge your ability to afford the loan that you just applied for. When purchasing a house, DSR is crucial as banks use this formula to determine the amount that you can afford to pay for your monthly property loan instalments. A healthy DSR is in the 30-40% range. In short, the lower your DSR, the merrier but should your DSR be on the high side, don’t give up just yet. You can always seek advice from your bank on the highest DSR that they accept because every bank’s DSR limits may differ.

 

4. CTOS

Credit Tip-Off Services or better known as CTOS in short is a report that is issued by CTOS Data Systems Sdn Bhd, which is one of our country’s leading private Credit Reporting Agency (CRA) which archives an individual or organization’s complete credit record. Contrary to a Central Credit Reference Information System (CCRIS) report which only tracks credit history for the past one year, CTOS reports are stored indefinitely. A good CTOS score will boost your credit application approval and ultimately, bring you one step closer to your dream home!

 

5. DOA

No no, it’s not prayer in Malay, but instead stands for Deed of Assignment. DOA is a legal document that is used to transfer the ownership of a property/a debt from one party to another. It confirms the transfer of ownership from the ‘Assignor’ (the individual who currently owns the property) to the ‘Assignee’ (the individual who is acquiring the property).

 

6. MOT

The Memorandum of Transfer (MOT) is a legal document that follows the SPA and confirms the actual transfer of the ownership of the property. It confirms the actual transfer of ownership of a property. Wait, MOT sounds very similar to DOA, yes? Signing the MOT signing signifies that the Land Title will be transferred from the developer to you. For high-rise units, once it is divided, the MOT needs to be filed at the Land Office to transfer the ownership of the unit from the developer to the buyer. The signing of the MOT is the legal confirmation of transfer of ownership and generally forms the final step of the transfer process.

 

7. SPA

The Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA) is an extremely important document that defines the terms of a house sale. A legally binding contract between buyer and seller that confirms mutually agreed conditions such as the method of payment, defect liability period, conditions of the property, fixtures, and fittings, and other relevant clauses.

 

8. DLP

Do you know how our new phones and electronics come with warranty? Defect Liability Period or DLP in short is sort of the same thing but for properties instead. It is a specific period where your developer is responsible to fix any defects identified in your new home. Spotted misaligned or hollow tiles, uneven paint, or crack ceilings? It’s part of the SOP for developers to thoroughly inspect the property before vacant possession (VP), while you get all excited for your new house, knock and skim through every corner of the house! Under the Housing Development Act in Malaysia, the DLP period is 24 months for individual titles and 36 months for strata titles, beginning from the day you take the keys for your new house, so start checking away!

 

9. CCC

CCC stands for the Certificate of Completion and Compliance (CCC) which is also by far one of the most important documents in the journey of securing your dream home. This black and white is issued when your newly built house is signed off as completed and safe for habitation, as evaluated and submitted by an appointed architect known as Principal Submitting Person (PSP).

 

10. BLR

To make it easy to digest, Base Lending Rates (short for BLR) is the base interest rate that banks internally turn to prior to finalizing the rate to charge for your home loan. To describe more precisely, BLR is the rate determined by each bank according to the cost needed to borrow the money to be lent to borrowers, which is determined by the aforementioned OPR.

 

Well done! You’ve made it till the very end. Of course, there’s so much more to learn in the world of property and every abbreviation actually deserves its very own article. But no worries, we are confident that you are now much savvier than when you started. Did you like what you read? Let us know in the comments down below how we can help you be better equipped in buying your new house! 

#Let’sBeSavvy