This week Nick and Kelvin review the latest Corelogic Buyer Classification data for February. With investor activity remaining elevated, the discussion covers the rush before the return of the loan-to-valuation ratio limits as well as the potential of restrictions on interest only loans. A look across the Tasman may offer some insight into what impact the restrictions may have.
From an economic perspective, the latest business confidence surveys show promise but there are reasons to be cautious in the lead up to the release of the Q4 GDP data. Kelvin covers this off, as well as the latest Stats NZ rental price index and what to expect when the latest migration data is released this week.
Meanwhile Nick takes a look at the latest early market indicator data, with signs of a reduction in demand for mortgages alongside weak expectations for new listings in the wake of recent moves up the COVID alert levels.
And don't forget to look out for the release of the Pain & Gain report for Q4 2020, out Tuesday morning.
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