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Australia’s housing market downturn deepens as home prices post sharp July decline

Australia's residential property market extended its downturn in July 2026, with home prices posting a second consecutive month of significant losses as higher borrowing costs and uncertainty surrounding proposed tax changes weighed on buyer demand. According to new figures released by property......

U.S. housing market loses momentum as pending home sales decline in June

The U.S. housing market continued to show signs of slowing in June 2026, as pending home sales declined on both a monthly and annual basis, reflecting ongoing affordability challenges driven by elevated mortgage rates and historically high home prices. According to data released by the National Association......

Canadian home sales rise slightly in April while prices continue to ease

The housing market in Canada recorded a modest increase in home sales in April compared to March, while prices continued to decline slightly, according to data released by the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA). The report shows that national home sales rose by 0.7% month-over-month, reflecting......

Toronto home sales post strongest monthly gain in nine months as prices stabilize

The real estate market in the Toronto has shown renewed momentum, with home sales recording their strongest monthly increase in nine months. At the same time, property prices have stabilized after a prolonged period of decline. Sales increase driven by affordability Data from the Toronto Regional Real......

Spain’s property market: Rising prices and cautious optimism this autumn

As autumn 2025 begins, Spain’s property market continues to be a hot topic, with soaring prices and high demand dominating the landscape. Amid talks of government interventions and affordability concerns, buyers and renters alike face a challenging environment. Property expert Mark Stücklin......

A Cautious Approach Federal Reserve's Slow Path to Rate Cuts

The Federal Reserve is poised to announce a quarter-point reduction in its benchmark interest rate, lowering it from approximately 4.6% to around 4.3%. While this marks a continuation of recent cuts, the pace of rate reductions is expected to slow in 2025, signaling a shift in the central bank's......