U.K. Halifax House Price Index (YoY) For September 4.7% Vs. 4.3% Prior
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The U.K. Halifax House Price Index for September shows a year-over-year increase of 4.7%, up from 4.3% in the previous period. This indicates a strengthening in the U.K. housing market.
October 07, 2024 | 6:02 am
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The increase in the U.K. Halifax House Price Index to 4.7% YoY for September suggests a strengthening U.K. housing market, which could positively impact the iShares MSCI United Kingdom ETF (EWU) as it reflects the broader U.K. economy.
The U.K. housing market is a significant component of the U.K. economy. A rise in house prices can indicate economic strength, potentially benefiting EWU, which tracks the performance of the U.K. equity market.
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