Kiwi remain confident about buying houses despite slowing market, bank survey says

The latest ASB Housing Confidence Survey shows Kiwi buyer sentiment remains strong, with 26% believing it's a good time to buy. This confidence is supported by lower interest rates and stable house prices, creating opportunities in a slow market.

However, expectations for further rate cuts and price increases have softened. Regional sentiment is mixed, and challenges like high inventory and weak demand suggest a gradual recovery is more likely than a sharp rebound.