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U.S. homebuilder sentiment lower in June

U.S. homebuilder sentiment slipped in June, a private survey showed on Monday, as higher mortgage rates and an ongoing credit crunch damped expectations for the sector.

Canadian home resale prices rise to record in May

Resale prices for Canadian homes rose to their highest average on record in May, while sales activity climbed for a fourth straight month as consumer confidence strengthened, according to an industry report released on Monday.

Home ownership 'aspirations hit' in UK

Young people's aspirations of home ownership have shrunk as a result of the recession, according to a survey. The proportion of UK youngsters who believed owning their own home was "the ideal living situation" dropped in the last year, the poll found.

MoF set to re-calibrate its bonds after dud auctions duds

The Ministry of Finance may adjust plans to sell government bonds following a series of failed auctions since early this year.

High deposit interest rates not a concern

The highest VND deposit interest rate has officially exceeded the 10 percent per annum threshold. However, experts believe that high deposit interest rates should not be seen as a worrying thing.