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​Iran crisis sees near-term expectations dip in housing market, RICS survey finds

By 2026-03-12T12:28:00

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Longer term outlook slightly more resilient

Geopolitical uncertainty is weighing on buyer sentiment and near-term expectations, according to the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.

The body’s UK residential market survey for February 2026 painted a picture of weakened confidence among surveyors, who cited concerns over inflation, interest rates and global instability intensified.

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