Economics
Six ways the new High Value Council Tax Surcharge could change the luxury property market
From shifts in pricing and transaction levels to new-build activity, the OBR has released fresh forecasts for how the prime resi market could be affected by 2028's new annual levy.
Spring bounce falters as new buyer numbers drop 11%
Initial impact of the Middle East conflict is becoming more obvious, says Knight Frank.
Over‑60s hold majority of UK housing wealth, Savills analysis reveals
'The passing of equity between generations is going to be a prominent feature of the housing market in coming years,' comments research chief Lucian Cook.
Buyer demand is running 13% lower than last year – Zoopla
Property portal says the UK housing market 'remains active, but becoming increasingly reliant on a smaller pool of serious buyers.'
Real estate powered Dubai’s rise as a magnet for expats. Can its brand survive this war?
Professors Hassan F. Gholipour & Mohammad Reza Farzanegan explore the rise and potential fall of one of the world's leading luxury property centres.
Tom Bill: Mortgage costs rise as Bank of England risks fighting wrong inflation war
As upwards pressure grows on borrowing costs, there are questions over whether the Bank of England’s hawkish posture is sustainable, explains Knight Frank's UK resi research boss.
Opinion: Lucian Cook on what recent global & economic events mean for the housing market
Savills' research chief analyses the ramifications of rising inflation & international tensions on the UK's prime and mainstream property markets.
Opinion: The ‘sunny uplands’ are just beyond the horizon
Today’s stagnation may feel uncomfortable, but it also creates the conditions from which the next phase of growth can emerge, says Glentree boss.
Tom Bill: Mortgage market under pressure as central banks hold on Super Thursday
As the Middle East conflict escalated this week, borrowing costs rose and central bankers deliberated their next move, reports Knight Frank's head of UK resi research.
Property Industry Reactions: BoE holds interest rates at 3.75%
Featuring insights on the MPC's unanimous vote from Savills, Knight Frank Finance, Chestertons, Foxtons, Rightmove & more.
Ten Years On: Assessing the ‘profound effect’ of the second home stamp duty surcharge
'Almost overnight, the market tilted away from investors,' says Hamptons, 'meaning far fewer homes have been added to the rented sector' in the last decade.
Top brokers assess the Iran conflict’s effect on global prime property markets
Luxury property agents in London & Dubai report early shifts in buyer activity as geopolitical tensions escalate.