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The housing sector faces ongoing demand weakness amid higher mortgage costs and caution among buyers. Independent and Guardian reports show Bellway and Persimmon outlining resilient profits amid cost pressures, while government policy and stamp-duty considerations loom as potential accelerants. The sector is adjusting to a constrained supply outlook.
Analysts predict the ONS will show a 0.1% drop in monthly GDP for July, offset by a surge in accommodation and food services. June growth was supported by hot weather and World Cup excitement, but forecasters expect a correction in Q3 as household spending slows and energy costs weigh on utilities.