AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoUK Housing Market: Rics says buyer demand and sales are still in negative territory, but May’s readings suggest the downturn may be starting to stabilise—while homes are taking longer to sell (listing-to-completion averaging 21.5 weeks). Mortgage Pressure: The backdrop is higher borrowing costs and weaker sentiment after Middle East-driven inflation fears, with lenders pulling top deals. Local Affordability Reality (US): In metro Phoenix, an affordability example shows even a $140,000 household lands near a ~$466,000 price point once costs are included—helping explain why prices have stalled. San Francisco AI Boom: AI-linked wealth is pushing up prices and fueling evictions, with some sellers reportedly seeking payment in OpenAI/Anthropic shares. Australia Auction Slump: Sydney auctions show weak demand, with far fewer homes selling than last year. Homeownership Costs (NH): New Hampshire’s median single-family price hit a record $576,000 in May, squeezing first-time buyers amid low supply. Consumer Watch: Australia’s ACCC says “fake discounts” misled shoppers, adding another cost-of-living pressure point for buyers.
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