Summary: Housing costs are rising significantly, affecting millions of homeowners on variable or fixed-rate mortgages. The Bank of England's successive rate increases bring short-term stability but pose challenges for those struggling with housing costs. Volatility in the housing market is expected as some homeowners need to sell their properties at reduced prices. Investment in energy-efficient and high-quality housing stock is essential for the long-term stability of the market. ...

Summary: UK house builders experience stock price declines following figures and comments from Halifax. Volatility in the housing market presents opportunities for investors. Halifax reports a fourth consecutive monthly decline in British house prices . Resilience observed in the market among first-time buyers seeking smaller properties . ...

Summary: Bitcoin 's value decline has negatively impacted Coinbase , causing substantial losses for the exchange. Elon Musk 's SpaceX venture reported a significant write-down of Bitcoin holdings and participated in a selloff, contributing to the cryptocurrency's decline. Elon Musk 's influence on the cryptocurrency market has made him a central figure for digital asset traders and investors. Bitcoin 's recent price chart reflects a worrisome trend, with potential for further declines indicated by the current red candle. The possibility of a complete retracement raises concerns, with Bitcoin 's price pot...

Summary: Japan's inflation rate defies predictions, staying at 3.3% compared to the anticipated 2.5%. Core inflation, excluding food and energy, matches expectations at 3.1%, while 'core, core inflation ' reaches a 42-year high of 4.3%. Japanese yen weakens as the dollar gains strength, prompting discussions about potential Bank of Japan policy changes. ...