The UK property market doesn’t operate in isolation.
And in 2026, that feels more true than ever.
From geopolitical tensions and global conflict to economic uncertainty and shifting investor confidence, the forces shaping UK property are increasingly being driven from beyond its borders.
Which raises a bigger question:
What does a changing global landscape actually mean for UK property?
At UKREiiF, LRG’s Big Picture panel brings together leading economic and industry voices to explore how global events are influencing local markets and how the sector is responding.
A Market Shaped Beyond It’s Borders
UK property has always been influenced by economic conditions, but the context around those conditions is shifting.
Global instability is impacting:
- Investor confidence
- Cost of capital
- Inflation and interest rates
- Market sentiment
And while these pressures may originate internationally, their effects are being felt directly across the UK property sector.
A More Complex Picture
The relationship between global events and property markets isn’t always straightforward.
But it is becoming increasingly important.
Uncertainty can slow decision-making.
Confidence can shift quickly.
And markets can respond to events far beyond their immediate control.
The result is a more complex and less predictable environment for the sector to navigate.
The Question Isn’t Just “What’s Next?”
It’s easy to ask whether the market is improving.
The more difficult question is:
How does the industry operate in a world where uncertainty is the norm?
What does resilience look like?
What does stability look like?
And how should businesses adapt to a landscape that is constantly shifting?
Perspective Over Prediction
This session isn’t about making bold forecasts.
It’s about understanding the forces at play.
Bringing together economic insight and industry experience, the panel will explore how global and domestic factors are interacting and what that means for UK property.
Because in a market shaped by uncertainty, clarity doesn’t come from certainty.
It comes from perspective.
Meet the Panel
This session brings together leading voices from across the housing and economic landscape:
- Michael Cook, CEO, LRG
- David Smith, Chief Economist, The Sunday Times
- Richard Donnell, Executive Director, Zoopla
- Stephanie Hatterlsey, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, Connells Group
Together, they will explore the state of the market and whether the UK housing sector is truly entering its next phase.
Join the conversation at UKREiiF 2026
