Standard Life's STD Ticker Issue & London Pedicab Rules
Phoenix Group faces branding headaches with Standard Life's stock ticker, while London Mayor Sadiq Khan implements new pedicab regulations to curb noise and fare issues in Westminster.
Category : Property Market
eBay Buys Depop for $1.2B to Target Youth Market
Online marketplace eBay purchases secondhand fashion platform Depop from Etsy for $1.2 billion in cash, aiming to capture younger demographics and expand in the growing resale market.
Gold Price Boom Fuels South Asian Jewellers' Business in UK
South Asian jewellers in the UK, particularly on Leicester's Golden Mile, are experiencing a surge in business as soaring gold prices drive demand for alternative investments and cultural purchases.
Cornwall Street of Eight Homes Priced Like London Flat
An entire street of eight homes in Cornwall has been listed for £2 million, matching the price of a central London apartment. The Tudor Lodges in Looe offer versatile coastal investment opportunities.
UK House Prices Grow Modestly Amid London Slump
UK house prices increased by 2.4% annually in December 2025, but London saw a 1% decline due to affordability constraints and high supply. Rental prices also rose nationally, with regional variations highlighting market disparities.
Debenhams Launches £35M Equity Raise for Turnaround
Debenhams Group confirms a £35 million equity fundraise to fuel its turnaround strategy, but shares tumble as investors remain cautious about the struggling fashion retailer's recovery plans.
London's Renaissance, Not Decline, Says City Chairman
Chris Hayward, City of London policy chairman, refutes claims of stagnation, highlighting record office construction and major redevelopments like Liverpool Street as evidence of a thriving Square Mile.
Artist's £230k Gothic Home Offends Boring People
Daniel Bland, a 31-year-old artist, turned a £230,000 Victorian house in Wisbech into a Gothic masterpiece. His bold DIY projects, including a cartoon room, won awards and sparked online controversy.
Brixton Newsagent Shuts After 36 Years Over Doubled Rent
A beloved Brixton newsagent has closed after 36 years due to Transport for London doubling its rent demands for a station refurbishment, sparking community outcry over the loss of a cultural hub.
AI Fears Trigger Sell-Off in Property Services Stocks
Shares in commercial property services firms tumble amid AI disruption fears, with analysts warning the sell-off may overstate immediate risks to complex deal-making.
Welsh Private Island Priced at Half London Home Cost
Ynys Gifftan, a 17-acre private island off North Wales, hits market for £350,000. Victorian farmhouse needs renovation, but offers complete seclusion near Eryri National Park.
Taylor Swift's Secret London Video Shoot Revealed
Taylor Swift filmed her 90s nostalgia video 'Opalite' in a quiet Pinner street, with neighbors unaware of the superstar's presence until after the shoot.
Aberdeen: UK's Cheapest City for Single Homebuyers
Aberdeen has been named the UK's most affordable city for single people to buy a home, with median property prices at £114,700. Discover the top cities and expert tips for solo buyers.
Clifford Chance, Slaughter and May Lead on Nuveen's £9.9bn Deal
Top law firms Clifford Chance and Slaughter and May have been appointed as legal advisors for Nuveen's £9.9 billion acquisition of Schroders' real estate division, marking a major transaction in the property investment sector.
Hackney Walk: Luxury Dream Becomes Graffiti-Covered Reality
Ten years after its launch as East London's answer to Bicester Village, Hackney Walk stands as a boarded-up failure. Residents lament wasted public funds and missed opportunities for community benefit.
Bonus Season Reveals Wealth Illusion in Private Equity
As City bonus season begins, private market professionals face growing gap between headline compensation and usable cash, with carried interest delays and lumpy income creating financial challenges.
Landlords Underestimated Business Rates Overhaul, Says Minister
Treasury minister Dan Tomlinson claims landlords and industry chiefs failed to grasp the end of pandemic subsidies, leading to backlash over business rates reforms that will hike pub bills by 94%.
Housebuilders Barratt Redrow and MJ Gleeson Call for Government Help
Two major UK housebuilders, Barratt Redrow and MJ Gleeson, have echoed industry calls for government assistance, citing regulatory pressures and subdued market conditions despite reporting some positive results.
Cashless Society Threatens Commemorative Coin Collecting
Readers express nostalgia for cash transactions and the joy of finding special £2 coins, like the new George Orwell issue, amid a decline in physical currency use.
NatWest's Evelyn Buy Shows Wealth M&A Strength
NatWest's purchase of Evelyn Partners' wealth management arm highlights sustained M&A momentum in the UK financial sector, driven by strategic expansion.
Why I Ditched My Cottage for a £347,500 Newbuild
Lorraine Boreham explains why she left her 18th-century Norfolk cottage for a modern three-bedroom newbuild in Haverhill, Suffolk, saving on maintenance and gaining efficiency.
Wealthy Hide £300m in Scottish Land Sales via Loophole
Affluent individuals are using a legal loophole to conceal the true value of over £300 million in Scottish land transactions, raising transparency concerns.
London Flat Dwellers Win Fight Against £200k Heating Bill
Residents of Greenwich's River Gardens development successfully challenged a surprise £200,000 communal heating bill at property tribunal, highlighting growing concerns about unregulated heat networks affecting nearly one million UK households.
£525k Art-Deco Apartment Near Liverpool Street
A bright one-bedroom apartment near Liverpool Street station offers modern living with strong transport links in a prime east London location. The property features floor-to-ceiling windows and approximately 500 sq ft of space.
Morrisons Eyes £1bn Property Deal for Store Value
Morrisons, the UK's fifth-largest supermarket chain, is considering a £1bn property transaction involving its freehold stores, with CBRE advising on options to raise capital.
UK Home Prices Break £300k Barrier for First Time
Halifax reports UK average house price reached record £300,077 in January with 0.7% monthly growth, marking fastest increase since November 2024.
UK House Prices: No Boom or Crash Expected in 2026
Martin Beck, chief economist at WPI Strategy, forecasts a balanced UK housing market for 2026, with no sharp price boom or correction, citing falling mortgage rates and real wage growth.
Flats with Outside Space in England: A Visual Tour
Discover a curated selection of flats for sale in England, each offering private outdoor areas, from London conversions to coastal townhouses, perfect for buyers seeking greenery and space.
Landlords to Hike Rents Due to Reeves Tax Raid
A new survey reveals 65% of landlords plan rent increases, blaming Rachel Reeves' property income tax. Industry warns of housing market strain as rents outpace house price growth.
Dubai Lures Bankers and Billionaires with Zero Income Tax
Professionals from finance and law are relocating to Dubai for its tax benefits and luxury lifestyle, driving a real estate boom amid concerns over inequality.
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