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BoE UK faces considerable uncertainties - (Economy)
The cost of living in the has soared to its highest level for 16 years, according to latest figures... ... more

Indias galloping inflation - (Economy)
It is not just the UK that is suffering from severe inflationary pressures... ... more

Eurozone reels from record rise - (Economy)
Inflation in the Eurozone has rocketed to a disappointing twelve year high... ... more

Barclays boss in subprime warning - (Economy)
The head of Barclay's PLC has delivered a worrying verdict on the subprime crisis... ... more

US ravaged by repo woe - (Economy)
May was a devastating month for US homeowners as the credit crunch renewed its stranglehold... ... more

US in retail tax surprise - (Economy)
US consumers are not allowing the ongoing US downturn to dampen their spirits... ... more

France reels from economic shock - (Economy)
France set a new economic record in May, but no one is celebrating... ... more

Mortgages to Boost Brazil - (Economy)
Economic stability and legal changes are making it possible for the Brazil's working class to buy their own homes for the first time... ... more

Unique India a threat to the UK - (Economy)
The Indian economy could soon be strong enough to challenge the world's biggest superpowers... ... more

MP slams landbanking scam - (Economy)
One MP is on the warpath over the UK's ?immoral' landbanking epidemic... ... more

OZ braced for hike hurt - (Economy)
Homeowners Down Under are bracing themselves for a record rate rise... ... more

Recession looming in the UK - (Economy)
Consumer confidence has plunged to a record new low, prompting renewed fears of recession... ... more

Turkey stubs out anti-social menace - (Economy)
Prospective Turkey investors and expats will (literally) be breathing a little easier today... ... more

Bulgaria fights back over inflation - (Economy)
Bulgaria's economy Minister has defended his country's inflation record... ... more

US Top 10 foreclosure States - (Economy)
US foreclosures are on the rise, but which States are most at risk...? ... more

US inflation will cause recession - (Economy)
The US Federal Reserve needs to take action to halt rising inflation, argues one expert... ... more

G7 tackles economic shock - (Economy)
The world's richest nations are fighting back against the global credit crisis... ... more

USA Foreclosure scam alert - (Economy)
Foreclosure scams are a growing menace across the USA and investors need to be wary... ... more

Italy inflation inflates again - (Economy)
Italy's inflation rate hit 2.9% in February, forcing Istat to revise it's yearly forecast... ... more

Make Your Mission Statement Work - (Economy)
Make your Company stand out from the crowd with this useful, free to access e-book... ... more

CML Time to go holistic - (Economy)
Radical changes are needed to tackle the complexity of the modern housing industry... ... more

US housing misery contagious - (Economy)
The US sub-prime crisis is having a far-reaching affect on related industries... ... more

Portugals inflation surprise - (Economy)
Inflation is soaring everywhere across Europe...except Portugal... ... more

Tsunami alert for Cosa Nostra Country - (Economy)
Southern Italy could be at risk from a devastating Tsunami... ... more

Italys infernal inflation - (Economy)
Italy's inflation has jumped to its highest level since 2001... ... more

Turkeys inflated inflation - (Economy)
Turkey's growing inflation rate shows no signs of easing... ... more

IMF World economy in turmoil - (Economy)
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned of impending ?global economic slowdown'... ... more

Canada soaring amid US misery - (Economy)
The USA is on the verge of economic recession, but Canada remains unfazed and untouched... ... more

Rates held as UK sleepwalks into recession - (Economy)
Amid howls of protest, the MPC has voted to keep interest rates unchanged at 5.5%... ... more

Buyers prefer to be close to home - (Economy)
Living close to our ?nearest and dearest' is becoming a top priority for house-hunters... ... more

Englands empty homes scandal - (Economy)
The number of empty homes in the UK has reached unacceptable levels... ... more

Eurostar makes French market a Euro-star - (Economy)
Eurostar's improved service is already having an impact on the French property market... ... more

City fatcats and the 2nd home squeeze - (Economy)
House prices in Second home hotspots are set to plummet over the next 12 months... ... more

Fixies a safe bet for the future - (Economy)
Fixed rate mortgages are around for the long haul, according to the CML... ... more

Eurostar commuters fuelling French property market - (Economy)
The improved Eurostar service has already fuelled increased interest in buying properties in France, reports HiFX... ... more

CML research sees future for long-term fixed rates - (Economy)
New CML research and analysis looking at long-term fixed-rate mortgages suggests that there is a reasonable consumer appetite for such products... ... more

The Cup runneth over for Brazils property market - (Economy)
The outlook for Brazil's property market has been nothing but sunny for a few years now, but the news that the country has been named as the host nation for the 2014 FIFA World Cup will only serve to turn up the heat... ... more

Second home hotspots to feel the squeeze - (Economy)
The squeeze on City bonuses has been predicted to affect house prices in the second home hotspots of the South West and East Anglia over the next 12 months... ... more

Nearly 290000 empty homes in England - (Economy)
New Halifax research shows that there were 288,763 empty private homes in England in April 2006... ... more

Sydney The worlds favourite city brand - (Economy)
Sydney is the strongest city brand, but London has the highest future potential... ... more

Portugal still a safe bet - (Economy)
Portugal's property market has remained a stable and profitable investment in 2007... ... more

Singapore soars above the competition - (Economy)
Singapore experienced the highest residential property price rises in Asia during 2006... ... more

English Adventurers branching out - (Economy)
Brits are becoming more adventurous when it comes to buying property a broad... ... more

Canada growth shatters expectations - (Economy)
Canada's economy is growing at a faster rate than Economists ever predicted... ... more

Murcia vs. Aquitaine - (Economy)
Despite competition from emerging markets, demand in Spain and France remains high... ... more

Hungary set to stagnate - (Economy)
The Hungarian government's austerity measures could negatively impact on mortgage lending... ... more

Romanias little Paris excites investors - (Economy)
The bustling city of Bucharest continues to attract overseas investors... ... more

Crete Island of wonderful contrasts - (Economy)
The island of Crete is known for its year round sun, unspoilt beaches and dramatic coastline... ... more

NZ faces triple climate threat - (Economy)
Water security, natural ecosystems and coastal communities are at risk in New Zealand... ... more

Canadian resale activity easing - (Economy)
After a record-breaking 2006, resale housing activity in Canada will ease in 2007... ... more

Credit crunch will just be short term blip - (Economy)
The credit crunch will have a minimal short term impact on the housing market, with estate agencies experiencing business as usual, claims haart... ... more

US cuts rates for first time in 4 years - (Economy)
The Federal Reserve, America's central bank, has lowered US interest rates to 4.75%, the first rate cut in 4 years, reports the BBC... ... more

Euro ski resorts under threat - (Economy)
Climate change is threatening Europe's lucrative skiing trade... ... more

Montenegros amazing growth potential - (Economy)
Experts have predicted that property prices in Montenegro will soar by 50% in the next year... ... more

Romania will rule Europe - (Economy)
Romania is set to be Europe's number one investment destination over the next 10 years... ... more

Czech investors should get in now - (Economy)
Huge VAT rises scheduled for 2008 will hit potential Czech Republic investors hard... ... more

Euro news fuels Cypriot property boom - (Economy)
Increased interest in Cypriot property listed on TheMoveChannel.com has pushed the holiday hotspot up 3 places to break into the Top of the Props Top 5!... ... more

Higher interest rates putting a break on lending - (Economy)
Consecutive interest rate rises are starting to have a slowing effect on consumer borrowing, the Building Society Association reports... ... more

Lack of buyers makes selling tricky - (Economy)
People looking to sell their homes may have their work cut out, says National Homebuyers... ... more

Invest in Australias next growth cycle - (Economy)
Local investors are returning to the east coast markets of Australia as record vacancy rates continue to drive up rental returns, reports Home Port Property... ... more

As Eurozone slows Asia-Pacific house prices surge - (Economy)
The global house price boom continues in 2007, albeit at a much slower pace and with different set of countries, reports the Global Property Guide... ... more

UK house price growth is slowing - (Economy)
UK house prices rose a modest 0.7% in July, confirming that house price inflation is slowing, according to Halifax... ... more

Bold housing reforms essential - (Economy)
The LGA has urged the Government to stand firm and deliver its housing promise... ... more

Cyprus and Malta in Euro boost - (Economy)
The past week has been particularly good for Cyprus and Matla property investors... ... more

Greedy Banks in overseas rip-off - (Economy)
Brits have been warned about excessive overseas card charges levied by greedy banks... ... more

Eastern Europe is cheap as chips - (Economy)
Bulgaria and Slovakia are the cheapest countries in Europe for food and alcohol... ... more

Egypt-Turkey tourism alliance - (Economy)
Egypt and Turkey are pursuing plans to cooperate on a joint tourism venture... ... more

Cape Verde a 21st Century Nation - (Economy)
On the 5th July 2007, the Republic of Cape Verde will celebrate 32 years of independence... ... more

Conservation boost for Brazil investors - (Economy)
The World Bank has approved a $10 million grant to Brazil for environmental conservation... ... more

10 years of Blair Housing overview - (Economy)
Propertyfinder.com looks back over ten years in the Blair housing market... ... more

Time to invest in German property - (Economy)
After over a decade of being left out in the cold, recent media reports would suggest that the German property market is now one of the hottest prospects on the investment block... ... more

TheMoveChannel.com launches 4 new property guides - (Economy)
TheMoveChannel.com today launches 4 new country guides as part of its ongoing series on buying, owning and selling residential property around the world... ... more

For returns of up to 75pc look to the Caribbean... - (Economy)
Port St George Investments Ltd is offering a unique and exciting opportunity to get involved in a new development in the Bahamas at the pre-planning stage... ... more

Where can you double your money in 3-5 years - (Economy)
Intrepid Investments are delighted to announce the launch of a brand new portfolio in Europe's most exciting property market... ... more

Bulgaria and Romanias bridge of hope - (Economy)
The historic Danube Bridge II began its construction yesterday, bringing Romania and Bulgaria closer together, reports the Bulgarian News Agency... ... more

NZ hosts record number of visitors - (Economy)
New Zealand has hosted a record number of international visitors during the summer... ... more

Its grim down South - (Economy)
A new survey has revealed that towns and cities in the South of England are the worst places for raising families... ... more

Bulgarias expanding super-resort - (Economy)
The town of Bansko is expanding at such speed that the Mayor plans to create a ?super-resort' by incorporating nearby towns, reports BulagarianVenture.com... ... more

Southern France a family hotspot - (Economy)
Property in France is an attractive and accessible option for many families thinking of moving abroad, particularly in the country's southern regions... ... more

Sofia can compete with top tourism destinations - (Economy)
A tourism expert has said that Sofia can compete strongly with the most popular destinations for ''congress tourism'' reports the Focus News Agency... ... more

Potential UK slump to affect SA - (Economy)
Myproperty.co.za considers the implications for the SA market of any potential UK housing market slump... ... more

Council tax set to rocket - (Economy)
The average amount of council tax England will rise by 4.3 per cent in 2007-08, the government has revealed... ... more

Greeces new investment hotspot - (Economy)
Crete has the potential of bec