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Prime residential
Budget 2026 Lifts First-Time Buyers, Squeezes Landlords and Fuels Election Speculation
The absence of any major property tax rises may spark a relief rally, but landlords face a further income tax increase. Meanwhile, the OBR sees a softer market, the Middle East conflict continues to overshadow events, and election talk grows despite government denials.
28 October 2026
Retail & Leisure
The Retail Note - Autumn Budget: a zero sum game for Retail & Hospitality
This week’s Retail Note explores the potential ramifications of this week’s Autumn Budget through a Retail & Hospitality lens.
30 October 2026
Government & Policy
What the 2026 Autumn Budget means for UK real estate
Stability over stimulus: our research experts explore the impact of Healey’s first Budget on property markets
28 October 2026
Prime residential
Budget 2026: Mansion Tax, Landlords and the Election Question
A Budget with few surprises, but plenty of implications. Tom is joined by Nimesh Shah, CEO of tax advisory firm Blick Rothenberg, to discuss the latest implications of the so-called mansion tax, why another income tax rise for landlords could ultimately hit tenants, and what the Chancellor’s low-key approach says about the Government’s wider plans. They also explore what has happened since the abolition of non-dom status, the case for an investor visa, and why Nimesh believes this Budget could be a prelude to an early general election.
29 October 2026
Retail & Leisure
The Retail Note - Autumn Budget: a zero sum game for Retail & Hospitality
This week’s Retail Note explores the potential ramifications of this week’s Autumn Budget through a Retail & Hospitality lens.
30 October 2026
Government & Policy
What the 2026 Autumn Budget means for UK real estate
Stability over stimulus: our research experts explore the impact of Healey’s first Budget on property markets
28 October 2026
Prime residential
Budget 2026: Mansion Tax, Landlords and the Election Question
A Budget with few surprises, but plenty of implications. Tom is joined by Nimesh Shah, CEO of tax advisory firm Blick Rothenberg, to discuss the latest implications of the so-called mansion tax, why another income tax rise for landlords could ultimately hit tenants, and what the Chancellor’s low-key approach says about the Government’s wider plans. They also explore what has happened since the abolition of non-dom status, the case for an investor visa, and why Nimesh believes this Budget could be a prelude to an early general election.
29 October 2026
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Flagship reports
The Alpine Report
The Alpine Report
Welcome to the latest edition of The Alpine Report – the definitive guide to mountain prime property and lifestyle.
22 October 2026
The Wealth Report
The Wealth Report
Unique data, expert insights, interviews and future views to help shed light on key issues affecting how you live, work and invest.
24 April 2026
Active Capital
Active Capital
Active Capital offers a unique perspective on the outlook for global real estate investment: from forecasts to strategic considerations.
20 January 2026
London Series
The London Series
This edition explores how London needs to compete on time, place, product and capital to stay ahead in economic and political volatility.
20 January 2026
(Y)OUR SPACE
(Y)our Space
(Y)OUR SPACE is Knight Frank’s flagship research bringing you data-led insights about the future direction of travel in corporate real estate.
29 December 2025
UK Cities DNA
UK Cities DNA
UK Cities DNA initiative — putting real estate supply and demand in the context of the economic direction of travel.
22 May 2025
NextGen Living
NextGen Living
Our most comprehensive analysis of the living sectors to date, offering unmatched insights into one of the UK’s fastest growing asset classes.
21 January 2025
The global perspective on luxury residential development.
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