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  1. The US-Iran peace deal has ended the 107-day war, triggering a global equities rally and easing pressure on energy markets.
  2. A war between two nations began, followed by the announcement of a framework deal to end hostilities.
  3. Central banks meet to discuss interest rates as global oil prices are influenced by the ongoing conflict in Iran and peace talks between the US and Iranian negotiators.
  4. The UK housing market is being affected by Bank of England policy, the ongoing Iran war, and the upcoming World Cup.

UK Mortgage Approvals Hit Lows as Borrowing Costs Rise

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What happened

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Bank of England figures showed that British lenders approved 53,443 mortgages in September, the lowest number since December 2023, down from 54,814 in August. This decline was driven by escalating borrowing costs, while unsecured lending to households increased at its fastest annual rate since 2018. Net mortgage lending also fell sharply to £3.866 billion, its lowest since May.

From indiatimes.com

Why it matters

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The drop in mortgage approvals reflects mounting affordability worries as mortgage repayments are expected to rise steeply over the next five years. This trend, combined with the impact of the US-Iran war on British government borrowing costs, has led financial markets to view a Bank of England interest rate hike to 4% from 3.75% as likely next week.

The UK housing market is currently influenced by Bank of England policy, the ongoing Iran war, and the upcoming World Cup.

From indiatimes.com

Who's involved

  • Bank of EnglandCentral bank of the United Kingdom that released mortgage approval figures
  • BroadstoneLocal entity providing commentary on housing market trends

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • HSBCSpeculative

    HSBC could face reduced mortgage lending revenue and increased risk because of rising borrowing costs and falling approvals.

  • Knight FrankSpeculative

    Knight Frank might see pressure on property valuations and reduced demand for advisory services.

  • RightmoveSpeculative

    Rightmove might see changes in the volume of property listings as mortgage demand shifts.

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The UK housing market is being affected by Bank of England policy, the ongoing Iran war, and the upcoming World Cup.

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