Market Updates

Market update: FHBG expansion sets stage for Q4 growth

Property values rise 0.8% as the FHBG expansion reshapes entry-level markets. Analysis reveals which suburbs face immediate pressure and the Q4 outlook for investors.

Market update: Property values jump 0.7% as clearance rates hit 76.3%

Australian dwelling values rise 0.7% in August with auction clearances hitting 76.3%. Brisbane approaches $949K median as spring selling season begins.

Market Update: Property Values Rise In Every Capital

Every Australian capital city recorded dwelling value increases in July, with the national 0.6% gain marking six consecutive months of growth since the first rate cut in February. With auction clearance rates hitting 74.7% and underlying inflation falling to 2.7%, the foundations for continued property growth are strengthening as we head into spring.

Market update: Auction competition hits 18-month high

Property auctions hit 74.4% clearance as competition peaks at 3.1 bidders per property. Melbourne nears $1M median price.

Market update: Nearly half of Australia's suburbs now at record highs

Australian property wealth hits $11.5 trillion with 45% suburbs at peaks. Nearly half of Australia's 3,722 suburbs reach record values with Brisbane at 78.8% peaks. $11.5 trillion market sees 70%+ clearance rates as cuts loom.

Market Update: RBA’s shock hold at 3.85%. What does it mean for property investors?

The RBA held rates at 3.85%, surprising markets and economists who expected a cut. Governor Michele Bullock said the decision was about timing, not direction, with more data due before the next meeting.

Market Update: Growth cycle accelerates as every capital rises and rates cuts on the horizon

Home values rose 0.6% in June as auction clearance hits 74.5%. With rate cuts likely next week, Australia’s property market enters a new growth phase.

Market update: Inflation falls to 2.1% as markets lock in July rate cut

Inflation has crashed to 2.1% – its lowest level in almost four years – and financial markets are responding with conviction.

Market update: Capital city growth rates converge while investor lending jumps 16%

Australian capital city growth rates converge to 9.8pp gap. Melbourne extends 70%+ clearance streak. Investor lending surges 16%. July RBA rate cut 91% likely.