Housing Policy & Costs: States are loosening building code rules to cut construction costs and speed affordable housing, including moves like allowing some low-rise buildings to use a single stairway—though safety experts warn this could raise risk. US Housing Politics: A bipartisan “21st Century ROAD to Housing Act” cleared Congress but is in limbo after President Trump withdrew support, leaving Georgia homebuilders and buyers waiting. Affordable Supply in the US: Dover, New Hampshire, has 1,760+ units approved or under construction, with nearly 160 tagged “attainable,” including 78 in McIntosh West Apartments set to start leasing soon. Global Investment Outlook: DWS Group says European real estate could deliver ~9% annual returns over five years, citing tight supply and lower vacancy than the US. India Development Push: Oberoi Realty will invest ₹6,000 crore for its first Delhi-NCR luxury project (Three Sixty North) in Gurugram, targeting ₹16,000 crore revenue potential. Construction Safety: A resort wall collapse in Rajasthan’s Amer killed three workers and injured three others; authorities are investigating. Middle East/Asia Market Pulse: India’s top cities saw weaker housing sales in Apr–Jun, while the Philippines reported its strongest quarterly price gain in Q1 2026, led by Metro Manila. International Ownership Rules: Oman clarified foreign residency regulation changes don’t expand property ownership—non-Omanis still buy only in designated developments. Ports & Logistics: The US backed a new $25m loan for a berth at Georgia’s Poti port as construction begins, boosting bulk cargo capacity.