Topic
housing market
Logistics Weak housing market halves growth in big and bulky last-mile delivery sector
Growth in last-mile delivery for big and bulky items has slowed to 5.1% CAGR from 10.6% due to a stagnant housing market, according to Armstrong & Associates and the National Home Delivery Association. Housing turnover hit a 30-year low last year, dampening demand for furniture and appliances. Carriers face profit compression with revenue per shipment often below $90, while high-touch services command up to $250.
Business Unsold Housing Stock Rises to 18 Months as Supply Exceeds Demand: Anand Rathi Report
India's unsold housing inventory increased to approximately 18 months in the first quarter of CY26, up from 14 months in CY24, as residential supply continued to exceed demand, according to an Anand Rathi report. Housing sales volumes declined to about 4 lakh units in CY25 from a peak of 4.8 lakh units in CY23, while residential value rose from ₹4,870 billion to ₹6,006 billion, indicating a value-volume dichotomy. The slowdown is attributed to a high base effect, affordability pressures, IT sector disruptions, and stock market corrections, but is seen as a volume correction rather than structural weakness.
Business Three in Five UK Homes Remain Unsold as High Mortgage Rates Hit Buyer Demand
Zoopla reports that three in five homes listed for sale since January remain on the market, as high mortgage rates and elevated asking prices frustrate buyers. Agreed sales are 7% below last year, with sharp regional variations. First-time buyers are most exposed, while recent rate cuts offer some hope.
Business India's luxury homebuyer is shifting from old money to new-age entrepreneurs and professionals
India's luxury homebuyer profile is undergoing a fundamental shift, with startup founders, GCC leaders, private equity professionals, and pharma entrepreneurs replacing traditional business families. According to ANAROCK, luxury housing appreciated ~40% since 2022, and 46% of new launches in Q2 2025 were in the luxury segment. Developers are adapting with homes emphasising privacy, wellness, and timeless design.