The Latest Breaking News from Housing Market

House price falls weighing on economic growth, RBA says

The deterioration in Australia's housing market will help slow the economy and get inflation back under control, the Reserve Bank says.

AAP · Aug 11

Australia’s falling house prices have a silver lining for mortgage holders. Here’s why

The RBA’s governor, Michele Bullock, has made it clear that the ‘easing’ property market is on her mind

The Guardian - AU · Aug 10

₹60 crore to ₹600 crore: Meet India's ultra-rich buying homes that cost more than private jets

India's ultra-luxury housing market is experiencing significant growth and expansion. Gurugram is emerging as a strong contender in high-value property transactions. Homes priced above ₹20 crore are seeing substantial sales increases. Meanwhile, the supply of affordable homes is declining across major cities. This indicates a widening gap in the Indian…

The Economic Times · Aug 10

Sansiri avoids luxury price war as discounts near 30%

SET-listed developer Sansiri is refusing to join an escalating price war in the luxury housing market, arguing that long-term value creation matters more than deep discounts as developers compete for buyers amid slowing economic conditions.

Bangkok Post · Aug 6

Mortgage rates hit highest level in over a year. Here's what it means for homebuyers in the US

US mortgage rates have climbed for five consecutive weeks, reaching a yearly high. This trend makes homeownership increasingly difficult for many American families. Higher borrowing costs are slowing down home sales across the United States. Meanwhile, 15-year fixed mortgage rates have slightly decreased for refinancers. Persistent high borrowing costs will…

The Economic Times · Aug 6

Persimmon improves completion guidance despite ‘challenging’ housing market

Group revenues lifted by 15% to £1.73 billion for the six months to June 30, compared with a year earlier.

Evening Standard · Aug 6

Tell us: how do Australia’s falling home prices affect you?

We would like to hear from home owners, renters and prospective buyers about how they feel about the changing housing market

The Guardian - AU · Aug 6

Property listings giant defies house price slump

Shifting sands mean Australia's biggest property website can't afford to sit on its laurels even as it proclaims a better-than-expected year.

AAP · Aug 6

Renovations Boom As the Housing Market Stalls

Thinking about remodeling? Here's how to pick the right project and nab the best price.

Kiplinger · Aug 5

Jamie Dimon's $750 Billion Housing Bet Puts Homebuilder ETFs Back in Focus

JPMorgan Chase & Co’s (NYSE:JPM) decision to deploy $750 billion into U.S. housing over the next decade reflects its confidence in the long-term fundamentals of the housing market, putting housing-related ETFs back in focus.

Benzinga · Aug 3