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Dec 31, 16:09

Fitch: Global Housing Prices to Rise in Next Two Years

Fitch Ratings predicts a low-to-mid single-digit increase in global housing prices over the next two years due to supply shortages and increased affordability, with the strongest growth expected in Netherlands, Canada, Brazil, and Mexico, while China is expected to see a decrease due to the economic...

Fitch: Global Housing Prices to Rise in Next Two Years

Fitch Ratings predicts a low-to-mid single-digit increase in global housing prices over the next two years due to supply shortages and increased affordability, with the strongest growth expected in Netherlands, Canada, Brazil, and Mexico, while China is expected to see a decrease due to the economic...

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What are the primary factors driving the projected increase in global housing prices over the next two years?

Fitch Ratings forecasts a low-to-mid single-digit rise in global housing prices over the next two years, driven by supply shortages and increased affordability. Strongest growth is anticipated in Netherlands, Canada, Brazil, and Mexico, due to government programs, rising wages, and construction costs. Conversely, China's economic slowdown is expected to depress prices.

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Dec 19, 13:11

Greece Faces Macroeconomic and Social Imbalances: European Commission Assessment

The European Commission flagged macroeconomic imbalances in Greece in 2023, including a 6.3% current account deficit, a -139.3% net international investment position, and overvalued housing prices, alongside significant social challenges including high poverty and low labor market participation.

Greece Faces Macroeconomic and Social Imbalances: European Commission Assessment

The European Commission flagged macroeconomic imbalances in Greece in 2023, including a 6.3% current account deficit, a -139.3% net international investment position, and overvalued housing prices, alongside significant social challenges including high poverty and low labor market participation.

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How do Greece's social challenges relate to the identified macroeconomic imbalances, and what are the underlying causes?

Greece's inclusion reflects persistent vulnerabilities related to its external position, public debt (163.9% of GDP), and banking sector, despite some improvements. While nominal GDP growth improved debt ratios, high domestic demand fueled the current account deficit, and high unemployment (11.1%) remains a concern.

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Dec 30, 16:14

Soaring Spanish Housing Prices Exceed Affordability Thresholds

Spanish housing prices rose 4.4% in 2024, exceeding affordability thresholds in numerous regions due to increased demand fueled by cheaper mortgages and insufficient new construction; new homes saw a 5.5% price jump.

Soaring Spanish Housing Prices Exceed Affordability Thresholds

Spanish housing prices rose 4.4% in 2024, exceeding affordability thresholds in numerous regions due to increased demand fueled by cheaper mortgages and insufficient new construction; new homes saw a 5.5% price jump.

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What is the immediate impact of the 4.4% rise in Spanish housing prices on household affordability and the housing market?

In 2024, Spanish housing prices increased by 4.4%, exceeding the 30% affordability threshold in 26 provinces and 38 capitals, as reported by Tinsa. This surge follows a period of rising prices, culminating in a 2.2% increase in the last quarter. The rising demand is attributed to sustained employment and improved household purchasing power.

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Dec 17, 22:11

Greek Housing Market Sees Sharp Price Increase, Growth Slowing

From 2017 to Q3 2024, Attica's housing sale prices increased by 90%, exceeding 2008 levels by 5.2%, while nationwide prices rose 71.6%, driven by foreign investment and reduced reliance on bank loans, although growth is slowing.

Greek Housing Market Sees Sharp Price Increase, Growth Slowing

From 2017 to Q3 2024, Attica's housing sale prices increased by 90%, exceeding 2008 levels by 5.2%, while nationwide prices rose 71.6%, driven by foreign investment and reduced reliance on bank loans, although growth is slowing.

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How does the current housing market boom differ from the one experienced in the 2000s, and what are the underlying causes of these differences?

This surge is fueled by both domestic and foreign demand, particularly since 2019, driven by the Golden Visa program and short-term rentals. Unlike the 2000s boom reliant on bank loans (over 80% of transactions), today's market sees 80% of transactions funded without bank loans, reflecting a shift in purchasing power.

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