05 Mar 2026

Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone has confirmed that its Haifa port infrastructure in Israel remains fully operational and secure despite recent hostilities in the region, company officials said in the past week. The affirmation comes amid heightened geopolitical tensions following the US-Iran conflict, which has disrupted air and sea logistics in West Asia. Adani Ports stated that the Haifa facility continues to handle cargo movements normally, with no impact on personnel safety, terminal operations or vessel calls. The port, a key node in regional container and logistics networks, is managed through a concession agreement with Israel Shipyards, and has been operational since 2024. The company said it maintains close liaison with local authorities and security personnel to monitor conditions continuously and ensure uninterrupted services for shipping lines and trade partners. The statement underscores the resilience of port infrastructure in conflict zones and provides assurance to global freight stakeholders reliant on Gulf Mediterranean maritime links.Read more

05 Mar 2026

Bangladesh's new government has decided to continue the power purchase agreement with Adani Power signed in 2017, which supplies about 1,400 MW of electricity, roughly one tenth of the country's daily demand. Despite past criticism over cost and fairness, authorities are prioritising stability and reliable electricity supply. Outstanding dues from previous years have been progressively cleared, helping normalise operations. While the Adani deal remains in place, the government is reviewing other private power contracts to ensure balanced and sustainable terms for the energy sector, addressing past concerns about transparency and costs.Read more

04 Mar 2026

The United Arab Emirates real estate sector, especially in Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah, has been impacted by recent regional attacks that directly affected parts of the country and rattled investor confidence in a market long viewed as stable. Developers and brokers say sales and deal closures have slowed as buyers wait for more clarity. While strong demand and record sales in the past year had underlined the market's appeal, many investors are now pausing decisions amid heightened risk perceptions. Industry experts believe the slowdown could be temporary if tensions ease.Read more

04 Mar 2026

The UK housing market slowed in January, as mortgage approvals fell to 59,999, the lowest since January 2024, defying economists expectations of a rise. Mortgage lending values also rose at a slower pace, with a net increase of 4.076 billion pounds (USD 5.5 billion), slightly below December's growth. At the same time, net consumer borrowing rose by 1.8 billion pounds, exceeding forecasts. The figures indicate that while house purchases are slowing, consumer credit continues to expand, highlighting ongoing borrowing activity despite affordability pressures and higher interest rates in the housing sector.Read more

04 Mar 2026

The collapse of UK-based Market Financial Solutions Ltd (MFS), a specialist property lender, has unsettled global financial markets and raised fresh concerns about private credit risk. Court filings revealed a major collateral gap, with only 230 million pounds backing 1.16 billion pounds in loans. Exposure to the lender led to share declines in institutions including Barclays and Jefferies, while Santander and Wells Fargo also faced pressure. The episode has revived concerns about lending practices, asset pledging structures and oversight standards in the fast-growing private credit market.Read more

04 Mar 2026

Rising property prices across Europe are forcing buyers, especially younger households, to explore unconventional housing options. Data from the European Commission shows that home prices have grown about 10% faster than incomes over the past decade, worsening affordability. In Spain, individual bedrooms in shared apartments are being sold for up to 80,000 euros, while UK developers are promoting co-buying schemes. Banks in several countries have also reintroduced low and zero-deposit mortgages. These shifts reflect deep structural supply shortages and financial stress across European housing markets.Read more

04 Mar 2026

China's new home prices declined at their fastest pace in more than three years in February, according to a private survey, highlighting continued stress in the property sector. Prices across 100 cities fell 0.04% month-on-month, reversing January's gain and marking the steepest drop since late 2022. The downturn has persisted despite multiple policy measures, including relaxed purchase rules and lower down-payments. Analysts believe recent steps by Shanghai may offer limited short-term support but are unlikely to reverse the broader market correction without stronger intervention.Read more

04 Mar 2026

Janus Living has made its filing for a US initial public offering public, moving ahead with plans to list on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol JAN. The senior housing real estate investment trust was carved out of Healthpeak Properties earlier this year. The move comes at a time when IPO markets have faced volatility linked to rapid AI developments. Analysts say investors are currently favouring sectors such as real estate and senior housing that are seen as less exposed to AI disruption and offer steady long-term dividend potential.Read more

04 Mar 2026

Mortgage rates in the United States have dropped below 6 percent for the first time in more than three years, offering some relief to homebuyers. The average 30-year fixed rate declined to 5.98 percent, compared with over 6 percent a week earlier and significantly higher levels last year. The fall follows a decline in US Treasury yields. However, economists believe lower borrowing costs alone may not revive housing demand, as limited supply, high prices and the ongoing rate-lock effect continue to restrict market activity.Read more

04 Mar 2026

A North Dakota court has finalized a USD 345 million judgment against Greenpeace in a long-running lawsuit filed by Energy Transfer over protests linked to the Dakota Access Pipeline. The ruling follows a jury verdict that had originally awarded nearly USD 667 million in damages, later reduced by the judge. Greenpeace has said it will seek a new trial and, if required, appeal before the North Dakota Supreme Court. The case stems from demonstrations during the pipeline's construction near the Standing Rock Indian Reservation several years ago.Read more