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Burnham the builder — or the taxman cometh? What the new Prime Minister means for the London property market

From mansion tax and stamp duty to new homes, what will the new Prime Minister mean for London’s property market?

Evening Standard

Housing supply tipped to curb house price gains through 2027

A well-supplied housing market is expected to curb house price gains through 2027 as the Reserve Bank begins a new interest rate cycle.

Newsroom.co.nz

UK hotspots for consistent growth in home values revealed by property website

Some local housing markets have been less exposed to the affordability pressures from higher mortgage rates, Zoopla said

Evening Standard

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Burnham’s ambition to transform housing market under threat amid housebuilding crisis

Britain's biggest listed housebuilders are issuing profit warnings at a rate not seen since the global financial crisis

The Independent UK

The Home Improvement That Adds Almost No Resale Value Anymore

A beautiful home upgrade feels exciting, especially when it transforms everyday living. Many homeowners still believe expensive renovations automatically translate into a higher selling price, but today’s housing market tells a different story. One improvement, in particular, has lost much of the resale magic it once carried.

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Crest Nicholson sinks to loss amid ‘challenging’ housing market

Crest said it was taking action to reduce land buying in response to the challenges and slowing the pace of activity at new sites.

Evening Standard

Another Housing Market Obstacle Just Got Steeper. Mortgage Rates Near One-Year High.

The average interest rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage increased to 6.65% last week, the highest level since August 2025.

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AI slop is taking over the housing market – and it is causing a nightmare for home-hunters

IN FOCUS: As more and more estate agents use ‘staging’ tools to give their drab properties a glow-up, Helen Coffey argues that seeing is no longer believing when looking at homes online, and wonders if the tech is having the opposite effect on would-be buyers

The Independent UK

Dubai housing market stays resilient amid Middle East tensions; H1 residential deals touch AED 226 billion: ANAROCK

Dubai’s residential real estate market showed resilience despite Middle East geopolitical tensions, with housing transactions worth AED 225.7 billion recorded in H1 2026, according to an ANAROCK report. While the Iran conflict triggered a short-term sentiment-driven correction, strong fundamentals, population growth, foreign investor demand and supportive government policies are expected…

The Economic Times

U.S. Home Prices Hit Record High As Bipartisan Housing Bill Becomes Law Despite Trump's Refusal To Sign It

Although mortgage rates have risen sharply since 2022, home values have largely continued climbing due to persistent supply shortages.

International Business Times

Bengaluru, Mumbai, Delhi NCR: A tale of three housing markets

Bengaluru's housing market shows strong growth fueled by its expanding technology sector. Mumbai remains India's largest residential market, absorbing new supply effectively. Delhi-NCR faces a slowdown as premium homes dominate its available inventory. These contrasting trends indicate future property cycles will depend on job and investment growth. Infrastructure development is…

The Economic Times

India's middle class may have little room in the richer housing market

India's residential property market delivered one of its strongest first-half performances in over a decade, with home sales staying near record highs even as growth stabilised. Knight Frank India says premium housing is now driving the market, while affordable homes continue to shrink. Mumbai led sales, Bengaluru posted the fastest…

The Economic Times

Global Market | UK housing market downturn eases slightly, but sentiment remains fragile: RICS

Britain's housing market displayed signs of stabilization during June. Buyer confidence remains subdued due to inflation and borrowing cost concerns. New buyer enquiries saw a modest improvement, indicating returning market interest. Rental demand is significantly stronger than the sales market. Activity is expected to stay subdued until economic clarity emerges.

The Economic Times

Crude oil prices rise again while UK stock market falls, dragged down by AstraZeneca – as it happened

Government bond yields dip but remain elevated, with the 10-year gilt yield close to 5%

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Evening Standard

Worst of slowdown in housing market activity may be starting to pass – surveyors

Housing market activity is likely to remain relatively subdued in the near term until there is further clarity, Rics said.

Benzinga

Is the Housing Market Finally Turning in Buyers' Favor?

More U.S. real estate agents are reporting a balanced housing market as buyers regain negotiating power after years of seller dominance, according to CNBC’s second-quarter Housing Market Survey released Tuesday.

The Conversation

Australia’s housing market is cooling. Perhaps our expectations should too

After years of rapid growth, Australia’s housing market is beginning to cool. Auction clearance rates have softened, prices in Sydney and Melbourne are easing, and economists expect further modest declines over coming months.

Benzinga

Michael Burry Rejects Claims He Was Wrong on Nvidia, Tesla and Housing Bets

The ‘Big Short’ Investor Michael Burry on Sunday disputed claims that several of his past market calls, including ones on Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:NVDA), Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) and another U.S. housing market crash, had proved wrong after an X account challenged his investing record.

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The Canberra Times

As the housing market flattens, new opportunities for buyers emerge

After years of relentless growth, the housing market is finally off the boil.

Benzinga

Nvidia, Tesla, Caterpillar: ETFs Most Exposed to Michael Burry's New Shorts

Michael Burry, the investor best known for predicting the 2008 housing market collapse, has taken aim at some of Wall Street’s biggest AI winners, raising fresh questions for ETF investors heavily exposed to the trade. His latest regulatory filing revealed bearish positions against Nvidia Corp (NASDAQ:NVDA), Caterpillar, Inc. (NYSE:CAT), Tesla,…

AAP

Freefall: home prices notch biggest drop in years

Australia's housing market is undergoing a broad-based downturn with interest rate rises and affordability pressures denting investor confidence.

International Business Times UK

UK Mortgage Market Cools as New-Home Approvals Drop 15% in May

In May, UK mortgage approvals hit an 18-month low at 56,205, as rising interest rates and economic uncertainty deterred buyers. Despite this, house prices continued to rise, creating a complex housing market.

International Business Times UK

The 'Bank of Mum and Dad' Now Helps More Than Half of UK First-Time Buyers Get on the Property Ladder

More than half of UK first-time buyers receive family support, with £11bn helping bridge deposit gaps as affordability reshapes the housing market.

AAP

Weak housing market could imperil Australia's economy

The Reserve Bank says it will not hesitate to raise interest rates again if necessary, according to minutes from its latest board meeting.

Fortune

Harvard's housing report has a darker message than affordability—the middle-class home was always a historical accident

Harvard's U.S. housing report points to an uncomfortable conclusion: homeownership is no longer something you earn. It's something you inherit.

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