Investors are buying property shares ahead of results. Most expect the results to be strong on the back of contributions from new (property) developments which should have contributed to earnings in the six months to December.

Ahead of the weekend holidays most players want to square their positions.

The market was in the midst of a mild correction after recent rally as investors took profits ahead of the upcoming Easter holiday.

The local market was mainly boosted by overseas gains. Sentiment was strong, supported by fresh fund inflows, leading to a rally ahead of the Lunar New Year.