Axis Real Estate Investment Trust (Axis REIT) recorded a notable improvement in financial performance for the quarter ended Dec 31, 2025 (4QFY2025), supported by steady rental income and the resilience of its predominantly industrial-focused asset base.
For the quarter, the REIT posted a net profit of RM133.87 million, significantly higher than the RM91.01 million achieved in the same period last year. Revenue also showed steady growth, rising 4% year-on-year to RM91.31 million, reflecting consistent occupancy and effective asset management across its properties.
In a separate statement, Leong Kit May, chief executive officer and executive director of Axis REIT Managers Bhd, attributed the performance to disciplined portfolio management and the stability of the trust’s rental income stream.
She highlighted that Malaysia’s major industrial corridors — particularly the Klang Valley — continue to attract multinational companies seeking cost-efficient logistics and manufacturing locations. This ongoing demand places Axis REIT in a favourable position to benefit from sustained growth, especially within key zones for industrial land in Selangor and modern logistics assets.
Axis REIT declared a distribution of 2.75 sen per unit for the quarter, bringing total distributions for FY2025 to 10.55 sen, up from 9.27 sen in the previous financial year. The higher payout reflects improved earnings visibility and confidence in the portfolio’s income stability.
For the full financial year, net profit rose to RM282.08 million, compared with RM210.01 million a year earlier. Annual revenue also increased to RM364.2 million, up from RM320.1 million previously, underlining the REIT’s ability to generate sustainable returns amid evolving market conditions.
The strong performance reinforces continued investor interest in income-generating assets linked to industrial property in the Subang area, logistics hubs, and strategically located facilities across Selangor. At the same time, improving business activity supports demand for commercial property in KL, particularly offices integrated with industrial and warehousing ecosystems.
As companies expand and optimise operations, locations such as factory developments in Puchong and well-connected business districts offering office space in Bukit Jalil are expected to remain attractive, benefiting landlords with quality assets and long-term tenant demand.
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