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British homebuilders
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European stock markets traded broadly flat, with gains among UK homebuilders offset by pressure from oil stocks and rising bond yields. Reuters reported that the opposing forces left major indices little changed. Investors are weighing rate expectations and energy sector weakness against a notable rally in British residential construction shares.
- 2European shares rise as UK homebuilders surge on buyer support scheme●European shares rise as British homebuilders surge on buyer support scheme
European stock markets moved higher, with British homebuilders leading the gains after a new buyer support scheme was announced. The scheme, aimed at helping people purchase homes, boosted sentiment around housebuilders, lifting the broader European indices. Investors welcomed the policy support for the housing sector, which had faced pressure from high mortgage rates and weak demand.