A 'good' increase in unemployment?

Send us a question/idea/opinion direct via text message! This week Nick and Kelvin discuss the latest trends in the housing market as reflected in the Cotality Home Value Index for January 2026 . They analyse the mixed signals from the economy, including the recent increase in the unemployment rate and its implications for the housing market (it is not all bad). The conversation also touches on regional variability in property performance and the outlook for upcoming economic reports and events. Sign up for news and insights or contact on LinkedIn , X @NickGoodall_CL or @KDavidson_CL and email ngoodall@cotality.com or kdavidson@cotality.com This podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or tax advice. The hosts are not licensed Financial Advice Providers in New Zealand. All information is of a general nature and does not take into account your personal situation or goals. Please consult a qualified professional before making any financial decisions.

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A 'good' increase in unemployment? is an episode from The NZ Property Market Podcast by Cotality NZ.

This episode is 28:09 long.

This episode was published on Feb 8, 2026.

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