Iran war could knock UK homebuyer confidence, says builder Persimmon
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British housebuilder Persimmon warned that the Iran conflict could negatively impact UK homebuyer confidence due to potential inflation increases and prolonged high interest rates. The company is monitoring the conflict's potential impact on markets in 2026, anticipating consumer sensitivity to financial uncertainty. Major lenders are already raising fixed mortgage rates, fueled by concerns that rising energy prices could drive up UK inflation, potentially delaying anticipated Bank of England interest rate cuts. Barclays reported a drop in UK consumer confidence following the conflict's outbreak, with most Britons worried about rising fuel, energy, and food costs. Persimmon anticipates completing slightly more houses this year than next, assuming a short conflict, and expects limited impact on building costs in the current year due to existing supplier agreements.
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