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On September 15th, data from the National Bureau of Statistics showed that in August, the year-on-year decline in new residential property prices in first-tier cities was 0.9%, a decrease of 0.2 percentage points compared to the previous month. Specifically, prices in Beijing, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen fell by 2.3%, 1.9%, and 2.3% respectively, while Shanghai saw an increase of 3.0%. In second- and third-tier cities, the year-on-year declines in new residential property prices were 2.7% and 4.1% respectively, both narrowing by 0.1 percentage points. In August, the year-on-year decline in existing residential property prices in first-tier cities was 2.7%, a decrease of 1.0 percentage point compared to the previous month. Specifically, prices in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen fell by 3.5%, 0.8%, 3.8%, and 2.7% respectively. In second- and third-tier cities, the year-on-year declines in existing residential property prices were 4.9% and 5.6% respectively, both narrowing by 0.2 percentage points.New Residential Housing Prices: 1. Beijing: August new residential housing prices -0.2% month-on-month (previous value -0.3%), -2.3% year-on-year (previous value -2.3%). 2. Shanghai: August new residential housing prices +0.4% month-on-month (previous value +0.2%), +3.0% year-on-year (previous value +3.0%). 3. Guangzhou: August new residential housing prices +0.1% month-on-month (previous value +0.1%), -1.9% year-on-year (previous value -2.2%). 4. Shenzhen: August new residential housing prices +0.2% month-on-month (previous value +0.2%), -2.3% year-on-year (previous value -2.9%). Second-hand Residential Housing Prices: 1. Beijing: August second-hand residential housing prices -0.1% month-on-month (previous value 0.0%), -3.5% year-on-year (previous value -4.5%). 2. Shanghais existing home prices in August increased by 0.3% month-on-month (previous value +0.3%) and decreased by 0.8% year-on-year (previous value -2.0%). 3. Guangzhous existing home prices in August remained unchanged month-on-month (previous value +0.4%) and decreased by 3.8% year-on-year (previous value -4.7%). 4. Shenzhens existing home prices in August increased by 0.1% month-on-month (previous value +0.2%) and decreased by 2.7% year-on-year (previous value -3.6%).National Bureau of Statistics: Beijings second-hand housing prices in August decreased by 0.1% month-on-month (previous value +0%) and decreased by 3.5% year-on-year (previous value -4.5%).According to the National Bureau of Statistics, the price of second-hand residential properties in Shenzhen rose 0.1% month-on-month in August (up 0.2% in the previous month) and fell 2.7% year-on-year (down 3.6% in the previous month).September 15th - The 2026 China Carbon Market Conference was held in Wuhan, Hubei Province this morning, and the "National Carbon Market Development Report (2026)" was released at the conference. Reporters learned that as of the end of August, the national carbon emission trading market had accumulated transactions exceeding 900 million tons, with a transaction value exceeding 60 billion yuan. The national carbon market has grown from nothing to a significant stage, playing a crucial role in promoting the achievement of carbon peaking and carbon neutrality goals.

Germany imposes a fee on residential properties to pay the expense of the gas price increase

Haiden Holmes

Aug 16, 2022 10:48

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German consumers of natural gas will be required to pay an additional 2.42 euro cents per kilowatt hour as a result of Russia's decision to reduce natural gas shipments to Europe.


According to a statement made on Monday by Trading Hub Europe, the tax will take effect in October. This could result in additional expenses of roughly 500 euros ($510) for a typical family of four.


At 15:30 in Berlin, Economy Minister Robert Habeck is scheduled to comment on the measure.


Beginning in the fourth quarter, utilities will be able to pass forward expenses connected with replacing lost Russian supply. As a result of Russia's actions during the Ukraine conflict, Germany attempted to avoid charging consumers for increased energy expenses. However, there is no choice due to the unpredictability of gas supply, which officials fear could be cut off permanently at any time by Russia.


The German minister of finance, Christian Lindner, has announced that he will investigate ways to remove the fee from sales tax in an effort to at least partially reduce the burden on consumers.


Europe shifted its attention from gas production to consumption during one of the greatest energy crises in human history. The amount of gas that nations are able to store in the coming months will have a substantial impact on the continent's ability to survive the winter. It is anticipated that incentives for demand reduction would dominate the regional agenda.


The German gas storage facilities are 75% full, according to the Federal Network Agency or BNetzA.

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