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Interest rates fall. House prices rise. At least, that's what everyone says.But if that's true, why have New Zealand house prices barely moved after the OCR fell from 5.5% to 2.25%?In this episode, Ed and Andrew unpack the relationship between interest rates and property prices... and explain why the market hasn't behaved the way many expected.You'll learn:How much do house prices go up when interest rates go down How interest rates impact how much the bank will let you borrow Why have interest rates fell 3% recently, yet house prices have barely movedAnd here's the catch: lower interest rates help, but they're only one piece of the puzzle.Don't forget to create your free Opes+ account and Wealth Plan here.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
The media headlines are screaming that capital city prices could plunge by 10% and that 170,000 families are hitting a brutal mortgage cliff. But are things really as bad as they look, or is the media just trying to keep you paralysed by fear? In this video, I break down the real truth behind the latest property headlines and show you exactly what smart investors are doing right now to build wealth while everyone else is panicking. We look at the reality of the market, why skyrocketing rents are completely shifting the cash-flow game, and how you can use this period of fear to negotiate massive discounts on high-quality property. Don't let sensationalism cost you your financial freedom. — Thinking about buying an investment property in Australia in the next 3 to 12 months? Then book your free strategy session here: https://www.pumpedonproperty.com/free-strategy-session What can you expect from your free strategy session? In your strategy session, we will discuss: 1. Where you are right now 2. Where you want to be long-term 3. What's been holding you back from achieving your property investment goals until now 4. Your next action steps You'll walk away from the call with a clear plan in place and the confidence you need to invest in your next property. —
First-home buyers appear to be making the most of the ongoing housing downturn. New Zealand's close to its longest downturn in prices in modern history – nearing five years. Auckland house prices are 22% below their peak, while Wellington's down 28%. Opes Partners economist Ed McKnight told Heather du Plessis-Allan it's playing in some buyers' favour. He says we've got the highest share of homes being bought by first-home buyers since records began in 2005. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Headlines: One Nation’s Barnaby Joyce backtracks over kicking permanent residents out of their homes ASIC is formally investigating KPMG Thermos King Food Jar recalled after causing vision loss in the US China’s about to put a 55% tariff on Aussie beef Prince Andrew appears with a massive face bruise Deep Dive: Aussies love to talk about property prices, and the focus this week has been on new data showing declines in some house prices. But how significant are the downturns in Sydney and Melbourne, and what kind of properties are still hitting record highs? In this episode of The Briefing Natarsha Belling is joined by My Bui, economist at AMP, to talk about whether Australia is actually in a property correction, and what it could mean for your finances. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpod Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @TheBriefingPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The cost of buying a home in Australia's two biggest cities has dropped, according to the latest figures from research agency Cotality. Dwelling values fell 0.9 per cent in Sydney and 0.8 per cent in Melbourne during May. While prices rose in other state and territory capitals, the growth was weaker than previously seen. - オーストラリアの住宅価格が、シドニーとメルボルンを中心に下落しています。調査会社コタリティによりますと、5月の住宅価格はシドニーで0.9パーセント、メルボルンで0.8パーセント下落しました。SBSの日本語放送は火木金の午後1時からSBS3で生放送!火木土の夜10時からはおやすみ前にSBS1で再放送が聞けます。SBS日本語放送ポッドキャストから過去のストーリーを聞くこともできます。無料でダウンロードできるSBS Audio Appもどうぞ。SBS 日本語放送のFacebookとInstagramもお忘れなく。
Josephine Tovey speaks with Gabrielle Jackson, Patrick Keneally and Jonathan Barrett about why Labor is damned if they do and damned if they don't when it comes to the diabolical political conundrum of trying to solve the housing affordability crisis without bringing down house prices
In this edition of The Conversation Hour independent economist Saul Eslake joins Mary Gearin to chat about how the recent drop in house prices could mark a shift towards seeing housing as a basic human right, over an investment opportunity. Also in this episode, should Victoria follow the NSW government's medicinal cannabis driving reforms? Plus, a fashion runway with a difference.
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In today’s episode, Ben O’Shea unpacks the impact of the Albanese Government’s Budget on house prices. Plus, new GDP data shows a slowing economy & why Albo is going viral with young people (not in a good way).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Everywhere we turn, it seems like there’s talk of housing prices, the housing crisis and what’s actually going on. This week, we received the latest figures on house prices across the country, and the stats included the fact that housing prices have actually gone DOWN in some cities. In today’s podcast, we’re going to unpack these figures, what’s behind the slowdown and what they mean for the broader economy. Listen: TDA interviews the TreasurerListen: Why is everyone talking about a 'death tax'?Watch Roy Valentine's full eulogy here. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Rosa Bowden Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We talk with Tom McCarthy from BigginScott in Stonnington about Melbourne's property market is changing rapidly. Buyer competition has eased significantly in many premium suburbs, with some homes attracting only a handful of serious buyers compared to boom-time conditions. Longer days on market are also impacting buyer confidence, while Melbourne's median house price has now slipped below $1 million. You can have your say by leaving a voice message ► https://www.speakpipe.com/realestateradio ► Website: https://aussierealestatepodcast.lovable.app ► Subscribe here to never miss an episode: https://www.podbean.com/user-xyelbri7gupo ► INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/therealestatepodcast/?hl=en ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100070592715418 ► Email: myrealestatepodcast@gmail.com The latest real estate news, trends and predictions for Brisbane, Adelaide, Canberra, Gold Coast, Sydney, Melbourne and Perth. Gold Coast Real Estate, Adelaide Property Market, Luxury Real Estate Australia, Property Investment Podcast, Real Estate Trends 2026, Median Price Growth. We include home buying tips, commercial real estate, property market analysis and real estate investment strategies. Including real estate trends, finance and real estate agents and brokers. Plus real estate law and regulations, and real estate development insights. And real estate investing for first home buyers, real estate market reports and real estate negotiation skills. We include Hobart, Darwin, Hervey Bay, the Sunshine Coast, Newcastle, Central Coast, Wollongong, Geelong, Townsville, Cairns, Ballarat, Bendigo, Launceston, Mackay, Rockhampton, Coffs Harbour. #PropertyInvestment #RealEstateInvesting #FirstTimeInvestor #PropertyManagement #RentalYields #CapitalGrowth #RealEstateFinance #InvestorAdvice #PropertyPortfolio #RealEstateStrategies #sydneyproperty #Melbourneproperty #brisbaneproperty #perthproperty #adelaideproperty #canberraproperty #PerthRealEstate #hobartproperty #RealEstate #RealEstateNews #MortgageTips #PropertyMarket #FinanceAustralia #BrisbaneInvesting #RealEstateDevelopment #adelaide #PerthRealEstate #FirstHomeBuyer #AustralianProperty #AustralianRealEstate #PropertyMarketUpdate #MortgageAustralia #FinanceTips #HousingAffordability #RealEstateTrends #AussieProperty #MortgageRates #HomeLoans #PropertyMarket #MortgageTips #InterestRates #BrisbaneProperty #QLDRealEstate #PropertyInvestment #AustralianHousingMarket #AdelaideProperty #AdelaideRealEstate #InvestInAdelaide #SouthAustraliaProperty #AustralianRealEstate #HousingTrends#MelbourneHousing #MelbourneInvestment #MelbourneMarket #PropertyInvestment #RealEstateTips #WealthBuilding #InvestmentStrategy #HomeBuying #AustralianProperty
Kia ora. Welcome to Thursday's Economy Watch where we follow the economic events and trends that affect Aotearoa/New Zealand. I'm David Chaston and this is the international edition from Interest.co.nz. Today we lead with news intensified clashes in the Persian Gulf has oil prices rising, little transit activity in the Strait of Hormuz, and significant disconnect from Trump's claim that both sides are still negotiating. Clearly they aren't, In the world economy, and first in the US, mortgage applications fell again last week, a third consecutive weekly easing mostly driven by lower refinance activity. Mortgage interest rates eased back however even if they remain at close to one year highs. Ahead of this weekend's US non-farm payrolls report (expect +85,000), private businesses added +122,000 jobs in May according to the ADP survey, a new high since January 2025, compared to a downwardly revised +105,000 in April and above forecasts of +117,000. Hiring was broad-based they report and say it augers well going into the summer hiring season. But this isn't backed up by the US services PMIs for the US. The May ISM services PMI reported a good expansion, about the average it has been in 2026 and slightly higher than expected. Good new order flows are behind the result. But the same firms reported contracting staffing levels and faster input cost pressures. The parallel S&P Global services PMI was less upbeat, noting a muted increase in business activity, optimism faltering and employment falling solidly. Overall, it is a jobless expansion, these PMIs both say. US factory orders are reflecting some of the stockpiling effects we have noted earlier. In April these orders rose +13.0% in nominal dollar terms above year-ago levels. But without aircraft and defense orders, they were up +5.8% - still a good result but mostly accounted for by inflation. And remember PPI rose +6.0% in the same twelve month period. American crude oil stocks fell again, for the sixth consecutive week and the largest fall in this period. Over the past year, it has fallen more only in three specific weeks but each of those were not in a continuing series. Their strategic oil stocks are now at their lowest in 22 years. The US Fed's Beige Book surveys for May reported most of the 12 Federal Reserve Districts had slight-to-modest increases in growth, though a handful experienced flat or slightly declining activity. Labour markets remained tight but were cooling. Business respondents said rising input costs for nonlabour inputs were largely able to be passed on to consumers. Consumer spending was described as mixed, heavily influenced by affordability concerns and shifts in discretionary income. In Canada key housing markets in Ontario, new listings have fallen, as have prices, and more homes are selling but also, more are selling at a loss. In Japan, their central bank will meet next in a bit over a week and their Governor has indicated that rate hikes will be discussed to weigh against rising inflation, even that pushed by higher energy costs. According to the private S&P Global (RatingDog) services PMI for China, that sector is expanding on a faster basis, much stronger than as reported by their official data. New business is expanding and they are hiring faster. But they also face their highest cost pressure since October 2023. Meanwhile, Australia released its Q1-2026 GDP data today, saying their economy expanded +2.5% in real terms over the past year. But the growth rate slowed in the March quarter from the December 2025 quarter. Rising interest rates and significantly higher fuel costs in the March month likely created an environment for more cautious consumer behaviour. This resulted in reduced spending across a range of household expenditure categories. And exports fell. The unders and overs likely balanced out but the level of spending on equipment for new data centers was so large it might have accounted for all the Q1 gain. The UST 10yr yield is now just on 4.49%, up +3 bps from this time yesterday. The price of gold will start today down -US$45 at US$4437/oz. Silver is down -US$1.50 at just under US$73.50/oz. Oil prices are up another +US$2.50 just over US$96/bbl in the US, while the international Brent price is now just over US$98/bbl and up +US$2. Hormuz remains shut. The Kiwi dollar is lower from yesterday at this time at 58.6 USc, down -60 bps. Against the Aussie we are down -30 bps at 82.2 AUc. Against the euro we are down -40 bps at just under 50.6 euro cents. That all means our TWI-5 starts today at just under 62.2 which is down -50 bps from yesterday. The bitcoin price starts today at just on US$65,847 and down another -2.4% from this time yesterday and still falling. Volatility over the past 24 hours has been modest however at just under +/- 1.9%. You can get more news affecting the economy in New Zealand from interest.co.nz. Kia ora. I'm David Chaston and we'll do this again tomorrow.
House prices have begun to fall, with Sydney and Melbourne leading the downward trend.So, will they bounce back or could it be, as some forecasts suggest, the start of a new cycle where house prices remain stagnant for decades. Today, business editor Michael Janda on why this could be the correction young Australians have been waiting for. Michael was also on Monday's episode of ABC Business Daily with Carrington Clarke, discussing the latest house price data. Listen here: Why property is flatliningFeatured: Michael Janda, ABC Business Editor
The cost of buying a home in Australia's two biggest cities - Sydney and Melbourne has dropped, according to the latest figures from research agency Cotality. And while house prices have started to fall, rents are expected to continue to rise.
The cost of buying a home in Australia's two biggest cities has dropped, according to the latest figures from research agency Cotality. Dwelling values fell 0.9 per cent in Sydney and 0.8 per cent in Melbourne during May. There was also a drop in the ACT, of 0.2 per cent. While prices rose in other state and territory capitals, the growth was weaker than previously seen.
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The Australian dream has always traditionally been to buy a house, but with prices soaring over the past decade that has been largely out of reach for many. But is that about to change?
Monday 1 June 2026 House prices across the country flatline, while in Sydney and Melbourne they fell sharply last month. The Aussie dollar pushes back above 72 US cents and is riding high against many global currencies Local politicians told not to have confidential discussions in Chinese made EVs. The use of debit cards is declining A CIA official accused of stealing $303 million worth of gold bars from the organisation We’re running a short survey to hear from you, with the team at Fonto. It only takes a few minutes, and you can be in the running to win a $3,000 Luxury Escapes voucher. Hit follow on the podcast so you don’t miss the latest news, and join our free daily newsletter here And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - what are you actually working for? Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tax changes, interest rate hikes, wars and volatility have created the perfect housing market storm. So will prices tumble and what will happen to supply?
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Friday 22 May 2026 A surprise jump in the unemployment rate has raised hopes that the Reserve bank will hold back on lifting interest rates. Virgin scraps flights as it looks to save on fuel costs Elon Musk’s SpaceX set to hit the share market with a valuation of $2 trillion Warnings that house prices could fall ten per cent The AFL footballer who is likely to make more in one game tomorrow, than his annual salary in most years Hit follow on the podcast so you don’t miss the latest news Join our free daily newsletter here And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - how to entertain well (without overspending). Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this 2 Sense episode of the Australian Property Podcast, Pete Wargent and Chris Bates react to a Federal Budget that could reshape Australia's housing market faster than many investors expect. Recording the morning after the announcement, they break down the headline changes: negative gearing being restricted to new builds from 1 July 2027, a tougher capital gains tax regime, and a new minimum tax rate on trusts. But the real focus is what those changes do to behaviour. Pete and Chris unpack why investor borrowing capacity could be hit, why established-property demand may soften, and why areas with heavy investor ownership could feel the pressure first. The episode also looks at the flow-on effects for rents, first-home buyers and housing supply. With vacancy rates already tight and rates still elevated, the pair explain why the market could split further between scarce owner-occupier-grade assets and investor-led stock such as some apartments and regional hotspots. They also discuss the likely policy response, including a bigger role for the 5% deposit scheme as government tries to keep demand from falling too hard. If you want a practical conversation about what the Budget could mean for prices, rents and property strategy from here, this is a timely episode to queue up now. Episode resources - Ask a question (select the Property podcast) Rask Resources - Pete's Buyers Agency - Alcove mortgage broking - Amy Lunardi Buyers Agency (Melbourne) - All services - Financial Planning - Invest with us - Access Show Notes - Ask a question - We love feedback! Follow us on social media - Instagram: [@rask.invest] - TikTok: [@rask.invest] DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you're confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
House prices are not rising for the reasons people keep repeating.In this episode of the Lazy Equity Podcast, Mike Mortlock from MCG Quantity Surveyors, joins us to unpack the real forces behind the pressure in Australia’s housing market, beyond the headlines and the usual political noise.This is a sharp conversation for investors who want the full picture, not the simplified narrative. In this episode, we cover: Why the investor debate can miss the bigger structural picture What changes to CGT and negative gearing could mean in today’s market Why the 1.2 million homes target is already falling short How labour shortages, construction blowouts, and planning delays are restricting supply Why renters, investors, and first home buyers are all under pressure at once What affordability pressure is doing to the market If you have been trying to make sense of what is really happening behind Australia's rising property prices, this is a great place to start.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Independent Economist and Property Commentator Tony Alexander regularly surveys real estate agents. His latest survey found that 44% feel prices are falling in the area, 51% see fewer people that open homes, and 50% are seeing fewer investors. Alexander contributes this to a number of reasons including global conflict and job instability, but first-home buyers are remaining strong. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#290This is our monthly roundup of news affecting UK Property investors.This month's newsBridging Boom: UK Short-Term Finance Sector Rockets to £10 Billion—What's Driving the Surge?30-Year Gilt Yields Hit Century High—Could This Signal Trouble for UK Mortgages and House Prices?Hong Kong Buyers Dominate UK Property Market—But Some Face Massive Losses in Off-Plan ScandalLandlords Flee UK Rental Market: New Data Reveals Record Sell-Off Amid Incoming Legislation ChangesOur WhatsApp groupProperty Engine discounts (Code: EXPAT)Starter: 30 day trialPro: 30 day trial/3 mths 1/2 price, Ultimate: 1/2 price 3 monthsGoalsettingLeave a review37 Question Due Diligence Checklist / Auction GuideOur Sponsors: Finnigan McNeill Property GroupIn this episode:UK Bridging Finance Hits £10 Billion in 2025Growth Trends in UK Short-Term Property FinanceBridging Loans Shift from Last Resort to MainstreamIncreased Regulation in UK Bridging SectorHigher Borrowing Costs Impact UK Property Transactions30-Year Gilt Yields Hit Century-High in UKGilt Yields and Their Influence on UK MortgagesRising Swap Rates Affect UK Fixed Mortgage PricesHigh Gilt Yields Pressure UK Property PricesPublic Debt Impacts UK Economy and Housing MarketUK Property Market Faces Political and Economic UncertaintyHong Kong Buyers Dominate Overseas UK Property OwnershipOverseas Property Buyers in England and Wales by NumbersUK Off-Plan Property Risks for Hong Kong InvestorsX1 Manchester Waters Failure Hits Global UK Property InvestorsSurge in UK Buy-to-Let Properties for SaleLandlords Respond to Renters Rights Act by Exiting MarketLondon Leads in UK Former Rentals Entering MarketRegulatory Changes Force UK Landlords to Reassess InvestmentsRenters Rights Act Alters UK Landlord Tenant Selection CriteriaKeywordsuk property, uk property news, uk property market, uk property investment, uk property podcast, uk buy to let, uk real estate, uk property cycle, uk property trends, uk property prices, uk rental market, uk property investors, uk property finance, uk housing market, uk mortgage rates, uk property regulations, uk property bridging loans, uk property for expats, uk property sales, Long-Tail Keywords, news for uk property investors, uk property bridging finance trends, uk property market for expats, impact of gilt yields on uk property, uk property investor podcast, how interest rates affect uk property prices, uk overseas property buyers statistics, uk property cycle Savills insights, buy to let property sales uk, effect of Renters Rights act on uk landlords, uk property renovation finance, international investors in uk property 2026, uk property for hong kong buyers, uk property cash buyers opportunities, uk property landlord regulations 2026, uk property forecasts for remote investors, uk mortgage rates and housing market, uk government policies on property markets, uk property evictions and homelessness, best uk cities for property investment 2026Attention UK Landlords: Free PDF on how to notify tenants about the Renters' Rights Act
Stephen Grootes speaks to Dr Mpumelelo Mkhabela, political analyst, about the Constitutional Court ruling and its implications for South Africa’s democracy, what it could mean for President Cyril Ramaphosa’s legacy, ongoing governance reforms, and the broader political consequences. In other interviews, Berry Everitt, CEO of Chas Everitt International Property Group, about growing concerns that Johannesburg’s worsening financial and governance crisis could start damaging property values and investor confidence in South Africa’s economic hub. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc The Money Show is brought to you by Absa Follow us on social media 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702 CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Stephen Grootes speaks to Berry Everitt, CEO of Chas Everitt International Property Group, about growing concerns that Johannesburg’s worsening financial and governance crisis could start damaging property values and investor confidence in South Africa’s economic hub. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc The Money Show is brought to you by Absa Follow us on social media 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702 CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Friday 1 May 2026 House prices in Sydney and Melbourne are going backwards, while momentum across the other capital cities is waning. Oil prices hit their highest level in four years, in bad news for motorists Woolworths’ boss warns of higher prices for vegetables, bread and milk Mega earnings results for Microsoft, Meta, Amazon and Alphabet The break-away LIV Golf tournament is set to collapse as Saudi pulls its funding Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - the truth about financial luck. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kia ora. Welcome to Friday's Economy Watch where we follow the economic events and trends that affect Aotearoa/New Zealand. I'm David Chaston and this is the international edition from Interest.co.nz. Today we lead with news investors are ignoring big (geopolitical) risks by taking even bigger new tech risks. On Wall Street, tech firms are reporting a profit gusher. Google (+81% rise in profits), Amazon (+56%) and Microsoft (+24%) delivered bonanza profit results yesterday, crediting AI for these outsized results. Meta was up too (+61%), but held back by a misfiring AI strategy that will require huge new investment. The positive results will likely boost valuations ever higher. In fact, Big Tech has committed to US$750 bln in new spending in the sector. And this impulse is a big part of driving US economic activity which expanded +2% in Q1-2026 in their initial estimate, up from a modest +0.5% gain in Q4-2025 (which was revised lower at each subsequent update). However the current result was below market expectations of +2.3% growth. The outcome was driven primarily by AI investment, but also exports, and both consumer and government spending. But their PCE inflation was reported for March at its highest in more than two years at 3.5%, with +0.7% of that coming in March alone, the steepest monthly increase since the pandemic distortions. Almost certainly April will have been higher, and probably by some margin. Personal income, before adjusting for inflation, rose +4.2% while personal spending rose +5.4%. No wonder most Americans don't feel like they are making economic progress - although Big Tech won't feel the same way. US initial jobless claims came in at 180,000 last week, a decrease and by more than seasonal factors would have indicated. But although it was expected to continue to expand, in fact the Chicago PMI slipped into contraction in April. This unexpected shift was driven by a drop in new orders and a sharper than expected rise in input costs. In Japan, retail sales (+1.7% vs expectations of +0.8% year-on-year) and industrial production data (+2.3% vs +0.4% in February) out yesterday for March were much stronger than any analyst was expecting. But it was only for March, and questions linger about their April data. Still it is better to lead into that with a good prior month. There were two factory PMI surveys out for China yesterday. The official one has it expanding marginally slower and at a quite modest rate. The unofficial S&P Global version reported a slightly stronger expansion. The official services PMI showed a slightly larger contraction after the surprise tiny March expansion. In Taiwan, they also reported GDP and it will be no surprise that it was a strong +13.7% growth, well exceeding the expected +11.3% expansion. The EU said they expect April CPI inflation to come in at 3.0%, up from +2.6% in March and all driven my higher energy costs. The ECB reviewed its monetary policy settings overnight and left its policy rate unchanged, as expected. (The English central bank did the same.) In Australia, CoreLogic said its Home Value Index rose by +0.3% in April, slowing from a +0.6% increase in March and this latest level is the weakest growth in nearly a year. But values are now falling in the nation's two largest property markets and they are easing in every other capital city. The prospect of another rate hike next Tuesday isn't helping. Global container freight rates were little-changed last week from the prior one, and are now +6% higher than year-ago levels. There were few notable regional route changes. And bulk freight rates also held unchanged over the past week although at a high level. From a year ago these rates are up +90% however. The UST 10yr yield is now just on 4.39%, down -2 bps from this time yesterday. The price of gold will start today up +US$72 at US$4616/oz. Silver is up +US$3 at just under US$74/oz. American oil prices are down -US$3 at just on US$103.50/bbl, while the international Brent price is down -US$9.50, and now at US$109/bbl. The Kiwi dollar is back up +50 bps from yesterday at this time at 58.9 USc. Against the Aussie we are up +10 bps at 82 AUc. Against the euro we are up +30 bps at just on 50.3 euro cents. That all means our TWI-5 starts today at just under 62.2 which is up +30 bps from yesterday. The bitcoin price starts today at US$76,167 and up +0.3% from this time yesterday. Volatility over the past 24 hours has been modest at just under +/- 1.2%. You can get more news affecting the economy in New Zealand from interest.co.nz. Kia ora. I'm David Chaston and we'll do this again on Monday.
Zillow just downgraded its housing market forecast—so what does that really mean for home prices, mortgage rates, inventory, and buyers in today's market?In this episode of The Educated Home Buyer, Jeb Smith and Josh Lewis break down Zillow's latest housing market forecast and explain why the headline matters, what “flat” home price growth could mean nationwide, and why local real estate markets may behave very differently from national averages.If you've been wondering whether the housing market is cooling, whether home prices are about to fall, or how interest rates and inventory are shaping buyer and seller behavior, this video gives you a practical, no-hype explanation of what's happening right now.The discussion covers Zillow's revised projection for year-over-year home price growth, why many markets are expected to remain relatively flat, and why some areas in the Northeast may continue to outperform while other regions could see softer pricing. Jeb and Josh also discuss active inventory trends, pending home sales, price reductions, and the relationship between the 10-year Treasury and mortgage rates—giving you a broader look at the forces driving the housing market today.This episode is especially helpful for: First-time homebuyers trying to understand whether now is a good time to buy Move-up buyers watching rates, inventory, and affordability Homeowners wondering what Zillow's forecast means for their home value Anyone following real estate trends, housing market predictions, and mortgage rate movementIn this video, we cover: Zillow's downgraded housing market forecast and what “flat” price growth really means Why national housing data can be misleading for local markets Current housing inventory trends across the U.S., Orange County, and Huntington Beach What pending sales and price reductions are telling us about buyer demand How mortgage spreads and the 10-year Treasury influence mortgage rates Why uncertainty, affordability pressure, and limited supply continue to shape the marketIf you want to make better real estate decisions in today's market, this episode will help you cut through the noise and focus on the numbers that actually matter.✅ Ready to become a homeowner? Start your stress-free journey today:http://www.theeducatedhomebuyer.com/start
The property market looks flat… but that's hiding what's really going on.In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down the latest data to show where house prices are actually rising, where they haven't recovered yet, and which areas have fully recovered from the downturn. You'll learn: The regions where prices are up... including areas that have grown 20% since the bottom Why some investors are already back in profit… while others are still underwater The major city that has just fully recovered to its previous peakThe key takeaway? The national average tells you almost nothing. If you want to understand what's really happening, you need to look beneath the surface.Click the link to try out The Market Mover tool.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
PJ talks to fuel protesters, learns what's next for Corks property market, chats to Darts Champ Luke Humphries about Marquee Masters. And More... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The latest daft.ie quarterly report is out and PJ discusses the findings with oanne Geary MD of MyHome.ie You can find the complete report here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Got a burning property question? Rob & Rob are back every Tuesday answering yours. This week: (00:42) Jamie's noticed that house prices have barely moved while inflation has been running hot. Is this the "silent property crash"? And could it go on for years? Rob D explains why policymakers might prefer it this way, and why it's secretly great news if you're a property investor with a mortgage. (03:58) Marcus wants to shift his strategy towards higher yielding properties, but he's worried about the trade-offs... more maintenance, trickier tenants. Rob B explains how picking the right type of property avoids most of the headaches, and shares a painful (and expensive!) lesson about tenant insurance he'll never make again. Links mentioned: The Price of Money by Rob Dix Seven Myths About Money by Rob Dix Enjoy the show? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts - it really helps others find us! Sign up for our free weekly newsletter, Property Pulse Got a question? Send it in here. Find out more about Property Hub Invest
Do house prices actually change when there's an election… or is that just something investors tell themselves?In this episode, Ed breaks down what really happens in the property market around elections ... and the results might surprise you. You'll learn:Why property sales typically drop by ~10% before an election What actually happens to house prices (hint: it's not what most people think)What it means for property investorsThe key insight? Elections don't really move house prices… but they do change behaviour. The opportunity isn't about timing the election result – it's about acting while everyone else is sitting on their hands.Don't forget to create your free Opes+ account and Wealth Plan here.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
UK Property Market Update The headlines for the 10th week of the 2026 UK Property Market (week ending Sun 15th March 2026) The YouTube ‘UK Property Market Stats Show' for the week ending Sunday, 15th March 2026 (week 10) with Toby Phillips, boss man of Martin & Co and the xPerience EA franchise brands https://youtu.be/CMlypjFlK1g Detailed Breakdown … ✅ New Listings • 39.7k new properties came onto market this week (down as expected & in line with wk 10 long term trends) from 40.2k last week. • 2025 weekly average: 30.6k. • 10-year week 10 average : 35.8k ✅ Price Reductions • 22.9k reductions this week, down from 25.5k last week • 11.4% of resi homes for sale were reduced in February. Feb 25 - 12%. Feb 24 - 11.5% • 2025 average was 12.8%, versus the 6-year long-term average of 10.7%. ✅ Sales Agreed • 26.3k homes sold stc this week 10, up from 25.6k last week. • Week 10 average (for last 10 years) : 26k • 2026 weekly average : 24.2k. ✅ Price Difference between Listings & Sales • 19.9% difference (long term 10 year average is 16% to 17%). (£439k ave Listing Ave Asking price vs £361k Sale Agreed ave Asking price) ✅ Sell-Through Rate • 15.4% of homes on agents' books went SSTC in February '26. (Feb '25 - 16.1% / Feb '24 - 16.7%) • Pre-Covid average: 15.5%. ✅ Fall-Throughs • 5,156 fall-throughs last week (pipeline of 434k home Sold STC). • Weekly average for 2025: 6.1k. • Fall-through rate (Fall thru expressed as a % of the Gross sales that week): 19.6%, down from 21.5% last week. • Long-term average: 24.2% (post-Truss chaos saw levels exceed 40%). • 4.9% of all the sales agreed in Estate Agent's Sales pipelines fell thru in February 2026. 2025 average - 5.3% & 10 year average - 5.8%). ✅ Net Sales • 21.2k Net Sales, up from 20k last week • Ten-year Week 10 average: 20.6k. • Weekly average for 2026: 19.2k. • Weekly average for the whole of 2025: 18.8k. ✅ Probability of Selling (% that Exchange vs withdrawal) • Feb '26 Stats so far : 53.9% of homes that left agents' books exchanged & completed in Feb. (Note this figure will change throughout the month as more Feb stats come in). • 57.6% is the 7 year average (which includes the crazy years post lockdown 18 months) ✅ House Prices (£/sq.ft) • February '26 agreed sales averaged £343.36 per sq.ft. 2.3% higher than 12 months ago (£335.63) and 18.2% than 5 years ago (£290.43). The £/sqft at sale agreed matches the HM Land Registry Index with a 98% accuracy, 5 months in advance. That is why it is so important. ✅ Stock Levels • 682k homes on the market on the 1st of March '26. (675k - 1st March 25) • 434k homes in agent's sales pipeline on the 1st March 2026, slightly lower than 12 months ago on 1st March '25 (444k). ✅ UK Rental Data • Average Rent in Feb 2026 - £1,711 pcm (£1,745 in Feb 25) • 305k UK Rental Stock available to rent in Feb 26 (310k in Feb 2025) ✅ Local Focus The Cheshire Golden Triangle (Alderley Edge, Wimslow, Knutsford & Prestbury) ✅ Graphs https://we.tl/t-M0AHt6GrO3
House prices are down 16% from the peak ... and even further once you adjust for inflation.So… is something broken?In this episode, Ed and Andrew unpack what's really going on in the NZ property market, and why a flat market isn't as unusual (or as scary) as it feels.You'll learn:Why flat property markets typically last 4 to 5 years between boomsHow affordability is quietly improving while prices go nowhereHow investors can still build wealth ... even if prices only rise with inflationAnd here's the key: even if prices only track inflation, leverage and debt reduction can still deliver strong returns. A flat headline doesn't mean a flat outcome – especially when you understand how the numbers actually work.Don't forget to create your free Opes+ account and Wealth Plan here.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
UK Property Market Update The headlines for the 9th week of the 2026 UK Property Market (week ending Sun 8th March 2026)
"Rentvesting' is increasingly popular where wannabe home owners move first to buy a rental property and later to use their accumulated equity to buy 'a forever family home.' But putting some of your capital into the sharemarket, rather than the property market may be much more lucrative...and even better if CGT tax is raised in the near future. Author Jacqui Clarke, Your Personal CFO joins associate editor, James Kirby on this podcast episode. In today's show, we cover: Rentvesting - It takes longer than you think CGT changes - How they will impact house prices, according to CBA Fixed rate mortage break costs - The bank that is not charging at all Medicare Levy Surcharge...watch out for this trap See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think.Is a flat property market actually your best window of opportunity? In this episode of The Week in Review, Debbie Roberts from Property Apprentice unpacks a New Zealand market that is finding its feet, but moving at a glacial pace. While the headlines might sound sobering, there are massive opportunities hiding in plain sight if you know where to look.We dive into a shocking report revealing how young women are being left behind on the property ladder, alongside alarming Westpac data showing that 1 in 3 Kiwis currently have less than $500 in savings.Plus, we cover why ANZ economists have downgraded their 2026 house price forecasts to just 2%, why landlords are increasingly anxious about tenant legislation, and the good news about property asking price reductions hitting a two-year low—signalling the ground is finally firming up.Key Topics Covered:Landlord Anxiety: Why lower competition makes this the perfect time to buy.The Gender Property Gap: Breaking down the income and knowledge barriers keeping women out of the market.ANZ's 2026 Forecast: What a flat house price forecast means for your mortgage strategy.The Savings Crisis: The reality of Kiwi savings accounts and KiwiSaver balances.Market Data: Why $40 million wiped from asking prices actually points to a stabilizing market.
Calls have been made for the establishment of a community land trust to keep Clare's coastal house prices down. It follows concerns raised over a seaside four-bed detached home in Lahinch selling for over €1m, along with reports of two-bed council houses in the county going for upwards of €350,000. Under a community land trust model, lands would be acquired and held by non-profit groups and would later be sold at affordable rates to local residents. Speaking at the Oireachtas Housing Committee, Clare Fine Gael TD Joe Cooney says it's needed to curb property inflation.
UK Property Market Update The headlines for the 7th week of the 2026 UK Property Market (week ending Sun. 22nd February 2026)
This week, we expose how a billionaire US mining cartel got slapped with a pathetic $55 million fine for illegally destroying endangered WA forests — then immediately received government permission to keep doing it. We break down the Minister's discretion loophole that lets politicians approve environmental destruction under "national security" exemptions, supposedly for renewable energy, while endangered black cockatoos lose their habitat. The $250 Billion Housing Scam Nobody Wants You To Understand Konrad breaks down the Capital Gains Tax discount — the 1999 policy that's cost Australia $250 billion over the next decade and handed 82% of the benefits to the top 10% of earners (and 60% to the top 1%). We expose why investors get half-price tax on property profits while you pay full tax on your wages, why the media machine is absolutely losing it over potential reforms, and how Domain, REA, and Murdoch's new mortgage company are all incentivized to keep house prices sky-high. Plus: the Punters Lobbyist hunt continues with applications rolling in, Konrad confesses to accepting a free e-bike and puts his fate in the hands of Patreon punters, we clarify Tanya Plibersek's trust situation, and Spotify pulls down last week's episode over four seconds of a Madonna song. Bypass the Algorithm, Sign up to the Punter Times Newsletter https://www.punterspolitics.com/pages/email-sign-up Support We the Punters on PATREON (https://www.patreon.com/punterspolitics) Buy Punters Stickers & T-shirts (https://www.punterspolitics.com/)
PJ talks to Ciarán Mulqueen about the two questions that has every housebuyer fuming. See also @crazyhouseprice on X @crazyhouseprices on Instagram or his book, 'How to Buy a Home in Ireland'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Corporate blow-ups, property whiplash, and a brand-new segment where the Equity Mates community pitches investment ideas and YOU (plus Bryce & Ren) build a portfolio to try and beat the ASX 200.In this episode:00:33 Today's menu02:02 Corporate Travel Management: the 5-month trading halt story05:25 House prices: Sydney/Melbourne flat, everyone else running hot09:12 Introducing the Community Portfolio: rules + the ASX 200 “bar”14:46 Pitch #1 AINF: AI infrastructure “picks & shovels”19:46 Pitch #2 Catapult: Wearable sports techWin a $500 Visa Digital eGift Card by completing the 2026 Equity Mates Media Community Survey! The Community Survey helps us understand how we can continue to improve our content to help you on your money and investing journey. You can either complete the five compulsory questions, or take 10 minutes to give us a bit more feedback: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WRWDVTV ———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRScreen the market with GuruFocusTrack your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.