Property & Finance #32 - Featuring Dr Nicola Powell, Chief Research & Economics at Domain

Property & Finance #32 - Featuring Dr Nicola Powell, Chief Research & Economics at Domain

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December 17, 2025 · 50 min · Episode 32

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The episode features a discussion with Dr Nicola Powell about the property market's performance and economic predictions for 2025.

In Episode #32 of the Property & Finance podcast, Theo is joined once again by Dr Nicola Powell, Chief of Research & Economics at Domain, for a deep dive into Domain’s End of Year Wrap 2025. Revisiting the predictions Nicola shared on the podcast in December 2024, this episode unpacks what played out across the market, including Adelaide, Brisbane and Perth emerging as the standout performers, with house price growth around 9 percent and unit growth of 12 to 16 percent, far outpacing Sydney and Melbourne. The conversation explores the powerful role of population growth, the resurgence of investors, shifting buyer preferences toward more affordable and flexible housing options, and what consumer sentiment, rate conditions and key market drivers could mean as we head into 2026. The information shared on this podcast is of a general nature only and has been prepared without taking into account your particular financial needs, circumstances and objectives. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information, it is not guaranteed. You should obtain professional advice before acting on this information. Additionally, this podcast may include certain…

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Host: Theo

Guest: Dr Nicola Powell

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Organizations: Domain

Places: Adelaide, Brisbane, Perth, Sydney, Melbourne

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