UK Construction PMI Crashes to 38.2 in May 2026: Sharpest Contraction Since the 2020 Lockdowns
The UK construction sector has entered a severe downturn, with the S&P Global UK Construction PMI falling to 38.2 in...
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US Mortgage Rates Ease From Nine-Month High as Affordability Pressure Persists
US mortgage rates have edged down from a recent nine-month high, according to Freddie Mac's Primary Mortgage Market Survey. The...
Manchester Considers Widening Landlord Licensing After Earlier Schemes Reviewed
Manchester City Council has proposed extending selective licensing to cover additional private rented properties in nine new areas across six...
Thailand to Raise International Airport Departure Fee from June 2026
Thailand's Airports of Thailand (AOT) has confirmed a significant increase to the Passenger Service Charge (PSC) – commonly known as...
Birmingham Construction Boom Reaches New Highs: 4,594 Homes Completed in 2025
Birmingham's city centre is experiencing a significant surge in new housing supply, with 4,594 new homes completed in 2025, according...
