New Fed chair could be bad news for mortgage rates

Mortgage rates reached a new high in 2026, making it even more expensive to buy a home with a loan today.

In a region where trade, capital and liquidity increasingly move across borders, First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) has built a proposition that combines a strong domestic franchise with regional connectivity. It has created a platform that supports clients across the Middle East through a growing suite of Islamic cash management, liquidity and trade finance solutions….

Thesis: Data center development may have consequential implications for the public power sector. The capital-intensive nature of data center buildout — with associated load concentrations — could fundamentally change a utility’s capital structure, rate-setting flexibility and overall risk profile. There is likely to be a reallocation of risk, and it is up to the municipal…

The agreement follows Harworth’s 5 August 2026 announcement that it was in advanced negotiations for the sale of the site. CRE Herald Market analysis, deal insights, and sector research trusted by fund managers, asset managers, and senior executives. Subscribe Now Already have an account? Log in …

And how could I not? After exploring Brighton Beach and Bristol, and then Cornwall all the way to St. Ives and Penzance, I wrapped up my Great Britain trip with a couple days in London. This was my first time in the country, so I had to hit all the popular tourist spots—Buckingham Palace, Westminster…

Newcastle Building Society has lowered mortgage rates by up to 25 basis points across selected residential mortgages. The cuts have been applied to selected purchase, remortgage and product transfer options on deals up to 95% loan to value (LTV).  The mutual has also launched base rate tracker products. This includes a two-year tracker at 80% LTV, priced at…