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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.

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Bengaluru founder says 'greed has no limit' as landlady demands 50% rent hike, then asks him to vacate

A Bengaluru entrepreneur has shared his experience of a steep rent hike and subsequent eviction. He alleged that his landlady demanded a 50% increase in rent this year. After he requested a formal rental agreement, she allegedly gave him a 30-day notice to vacate the property. The incident has reignited…

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Elizabeth Warren Says 'Trump Doesn't Care if You Can Afford to Buy a Home' After Mortgage Rates Hit One-Year High

Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) criticized President Donald Trump’s Iran policy after mortgage rates climbed to their highest level in more than a year, arguing that rising borrowing costs are making homeownership increasingly difficult for Americans.

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US Mortgage Rates Hit 6.66%, the Highest in a Year, as Oil Prices and Stubborn Inflation Squeeze Buyers

US mortgage rates have surged to a 12-month high, driven by inflation and geopolitical tensions, impacting the housing market and increasing borrowing costs for prospective homebuyers.

International Business Times UK

How Washington's war on 'Wall Street landlords' could backfire on Gen Z renters

John Burns Research and Consulting dubbed it the "Rental Inflation Bill," while ResiClub's Lance Lambert says some landlords are reluctant to get burned.

Fortune

This Top Homebuilder's CEO Just Said the Housing Market Is 'Pretty Good'— Even as Revenue Fell 11%

PulteGroup, Inc. (NYSE:PHM) CEO Ryan Marshall said that the U.S. housing market remains stronger than many believe, pointing to broad-based demand across buyer segments and continued momentum in Florida despite affordability pressures.

Benzinga

Whirlpool’s Report May Show How Frozen the Housing Market Really Is

Options markets price an 11% swing for Whirlpool ahead of its delayed Aug. 3 earnings, as weak housing turnover, margin compression, debt concerns, and an Appaloosa activist campaign fuel investor uncertainty.

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Bangkok housing faces affordability crunch

The housing market is entering a new phase where affordability rather than supply is the biggest obstacle to homeownership, nudging more buyers to second-hand homes and the rental market.

Bangkok Post

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

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.

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International Business Times

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.

The Independent UK

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 Economic Times

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…

International Business 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.

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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…

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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 Guardian - UK

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%

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.

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