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Now playing Next Economy Time to buy a house? It might cost double the price House prices and rents in the EU show significant trends that vary across the country, according to new official data. 11/01/2024
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Now playing Next Economy UK mortgage rates could stay higher for longer - here's some advice Cooling inflation rates could reduce the interest payments due on variable mortgage plans, but analysts warn this won’t happen just yet. 07/12/2023
Now playing Next Economy UK housing market shows signs of life as prices rise in November House prices rose in November compared to October but are still cheaper than this time last year, according to a new report. 01/12/2023
Now playing Next Economy Why has Portugal u-turned on tax breaks for foreign residents? Portugal's parliament has extended tax breaks for foreign residents until the end of next year despite concerns about rising house prices for Portuguese residents. Euronews Business takes a look at why. 01/12/2023
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Now playing Next Economy Could rental tenants be losing interest in London? London is the only place in the UK where tenant demand has shrunk over the last three months ending in October, a survey shows. 10/11/2023
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Now playing Next Economy UK: Is homeownership becoming a privilege for the elite? A large majority of people aspiring to buy a house in the UK find that homeownership is reserved for the elite, says a new report. 31/10/2023
Now playing Next Economy UK mortgage approvals fall to lowest in eight months The latest data suggests a further slowdown in the property market due to rising borrowing costs. 30/10/2023
Now playing Next Economy Home turf headwinds for VinFast's global ambitions VinFast, a Vietnamese automaker, is grappling with doubts over the reliability of its EVs among local consumers. Despite global expansion efforts, scepticism due to product issues, negative press, and a lack of trust present significant challenges in their quest for success. 18/10/2023
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Now playing Next Economy Countries across Europe grapple with housing crisis Over recent years, housing crises have become increasingly prevalent across Europe, affecting nations of varying economic health. Portugal, Turkey, and even wealthy Luxembourg are grappling with the common challenge of providing affordable and accessible housing for their citizens. 07/10/2023
Now playing Next Brussels, my love? Brussels, my love? Europe's housing dilema highlighting inequalities In this edition of our talk show Brussels, my love?, we dive into the complex housing crisis touching most EU countries today and hear about a new media law to protect journalists against interference. 07/10/2023
Now playing Next Economy Number of young Portuguese homeowners has halved in 20 years Over two generations, the percentage of people aged under 25 who own their own home has fallen by around 50%. 05/10/2023
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