India’s top 8 housing markets experienced a 7-19% price increase in the July-September quarter, driven by robust demand. Delhi-NCR led with a 19% surge, fueled by luxury property demand and infrastructure upgrades. Bengaluru and Hyderabad also saw significant double-digit growth, reflecting strong market fundamentals and buyer confidence across major Indian cities.
US consumer sentiment near record low ahead of midterm elections
In October, consumer sentiment in the U.S. plummeted to a concerning 48.0, driven by rising prices and economic worries amid the ongoing Middle East conflict.