Impact of House Price Changes on Aggregate Demand via Consumption
Changes in house prices are a key driver of aggregate demand because they directly alter household wealth, which in turn influences saving and consumption decisions. When property values rise, homeowners' wealth increases, often leading them to increase their spending. Conversely, a fall in house prices reduces household wealth, prompting a reduction in consumption as households may increase their saving to rebuild wealth towards a target level.
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Impact of House Price Changes on Aggregate Demand via Consumption
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