THE Australian Property Institute reports a sharp confidence slowdown, with its Outlook Index dropping to 6.1 in Q2 2026 as interest rate rises weigh on sentiment. All states and sectors declined, though the market remains above neutral. Industrial property leads performance, while office and retail lag. Residential sentiment has fallen but remains supported by supply shortages.
06 May 2026
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PROPERTY GROUP REPORTS SLOWDOWN
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