Property enters third phase

• Published 25 Jun 2009

China Confidential delves into the market's current characteristics and future development.

No questions affect the outlook for China's economy more than those surrounding the sustainability of the property market. Real estate development is a locomotive for the steel, cement, aluminium, copper and other industries. Housing sales, meanwhile, boost demand for home appliances, furniture and a host of other related items. Mortgage lending is a favourite for banks.

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