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Domestic demand declines in turkish property market
ING Turkey reports a downswing in demand for homes within the domestic market, despite the nation's growing number of overseas property investors.
Thu, Mar 03, 2011
Us homebuyers disillusioned by property investment
Federal mortgage provider Fannie Mae's latest survey indicates a general loss of faith in property as a long-term investment among Americans.
Thu, Mar 03, 2011
Portugal, greece debt ratings could worsen
The ailing nations could face a further downgrading of their debts after this month's European leaders summit.
Thu, Mar 03, 2011
Brazil raises interest rates amid 'overheating' fears
The Brazilian central bank has increased interest rates by half a per cent as the economy's inflation rates approach danger levels.
Thu, Mar 03, 2011
Caribbean luxury properties - what's the difference?
The New York Times's Shelley Emling investigates the unique selling points of the islands' many new luxury developments.
Thu, Mar 03, 2011
Canada commercial property records three year high
The commercial property market in Canada has recorded an 11% jump in total returns, its highest growth rate since 2007.
Wed, Mar 02, 2011
Us treasury sets two-year deadline for housing reform
Treasury secretary Timothy Geithner has called for a two-year target on housing industry reform in the US, warning the mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac may return to their old ways if left to flounder.
Wed, Mar 02, 2011
China buys up big on gold
Amid concerns of increasing inflationary pressure, China's gold purchases climbed to 200 metric tonnes in the first two months of this year.
Wed, Mar 02, 2011
World's largest tv tower constructed in tokyo
Japan's new Tokyo Sky Tree, currently under construction, eclipsed China's 600-metre Canton Tower to become the world's biggest free-standing TV tower yesterday.
Wed, Mar 02, 2011
Spanish government blocks gaddafi development
The Libyan dictator's plans to construct a luxury housing complex on his Costa Del Sol property have been blocked by Spanish authorities.
Wed, Mar 02, 2011