Housing market gradually finding its footing, say surveyors The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors said any potential recovery ‘remains fragile’ Evening Standard · Sep 9
India’s built environment faces a talent crunch as Viksit Bharat ambitions grow India’s infrastructure ambitions are outpacing the availability of industry-ready professionals. Ashwani Awasthi, MD, RICS South Asia, explains the skills, technology, and sustainability capabilities the sector urgently needs. The Economic Times · Aug 31
Housing market struggled to gain momentum in July, say surveyors A combination of geopolitics, the domestic political climate and the cost of mortgage finance are continuing to weigh on sentiment, Rics said Evening Standard · Aug 12
Another building site linked to dodgy Daniel Roberts and mates shut down NSW Building Commissioner turns up the heat on serial shonk. Newcastle Herald · Jul 30
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 Economic Times · Jul 9
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. Evening Standard · Jul 8
The missing link in India’s infrastructure story: Faster dispute resolution As India accelerates infrastructure creation, unresolved construction disputes continue to delay projects, lock up capital and raise costs. The Economic Times · Jul 7
'Serious defects': regulator orders tools down for rogue building operator Daniel Roberts Inspectors found 'serious structural defects' at Hunter development. Newcastle Herald · Jun 12
Surveyors say subdued housing market may be starting to stabilise The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors said it is too early to interpret the research as the start of a recovery Evening Standard · Jun 10
Housing market in England and Wales weakening due to Iran war, say estate agents Homebuyers more cautious due to possible mortgage rate rises and higher inflation as sellers sit on properties The Guardian - UK · May 13
Regional divide as house prices came under increased pressure in April – report Until there is a clearer path for inflation and borrowing costs, activity and sentiment look set to remain subdued, RICS said. Evening Standard · May 13
Experts issue mortgage cost warning as buyer demand drops Rising borrowing costs and geopolitical uncertainty are putting would-be buyers off The Independent UK · Apr 8
Rising mortgage costs dent buyer demand amid ‘housing market mood shift’ Surveyors said their report points to a housing market increasingly pressured by inflationary concerns and higher mortgage costs Evening Standard · Apr 8
Iran war hits UK housing market with sales and enquiries both down Mortgage lenders have been withdrawing deals as concerns grow over rising prices The Independent UK · Mar 12
Evening Standard · Mar 12 Homebuyer demand falling but surveyors expect sales and prices to rise – survey The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors said new buyer enquiries fell to their net lowest level since mid-2024 in February.
The Guardian - UK · Feb 12 Housing market in England and Wales ‘showing tentative signs of recovery’ Rics surveyors report inquiries from new buyers, agreed sales and house prices were less negative in January
The Independent UK · Feb 12 ‘Early signs’ that housing market conditions may be improving seen by surveyors A net balance of 43% of property professionals expect house prices to increase over the next year, marking the strongest reading since February 2025.
The Guardian - UK · Jan 15 UK economy beats forecasts with 0.3% growth in November; Ofwat investigating South East Water over outages – as it happened UK economy returns to growth despite pre-Budget jitters, after car production resumed at JLR after cyber attack
Evening Standard · Jan 15 Housing market may be turning a corner as confidence grows – surveyors Expectations for house sales and prices among professionals have turned more positive, according to the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.
Evening Standard · Dec 11, 2025 New home buyer inquiries fell to two-year low in November – Rics Survey feedback continues to point to a gentle decline in house prices overall, the report said.
The Guardian - UK · Nov 10, 2025 Growth in global demand for ‘green’ office buildings slows amid Trump policies Fall reported by Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors as UN calls for accelerated action in buildings sector to meet global climate goals
Evening Standard · Sep 11, 2025 FTSE 100 Live 11 September: Trainline shares surge, John Lewis loss widens John Lewis Partnership today posted a half-year loss after highlighting the impact of higher National Insurance costs.
Evening Standard · Sep 10, 2025 Housing market weakens as buyer demand and sales slip back, say surveyors Concerns over the wider economic and fiscal outlook and interest rates were affecting sentiment, the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors said.
The Guardian - UK · Aug 14, 2025 Drop in new properties for rent is steepest since Covid, says Rics Monthly report from surveyors’ body sees ‘firmly negative trend’ that is expected to push up rental prices
The Independent UK · Aug 13, 2025 Less available places to rent could see prices rise ‘by at least 25%’, report says The flow of fresh rental properties coming to market has fallen at its fastest rate in five years, according to surveyors