Tuesday, a report by Macau's Statistics and Census Service said the number of building units purchased and sold in the fourth quarter plunged 56.9% from the third quarter to 2,003 units, representing the lowest level since 2002. The value of these transactions dropped 64.6% to MOP2.67 billion in the fourth quarter.
In 2008, the number of units purchased and sold declined 33.3% to 21,516 units. The value of these transactions slipped 28.6% to MOP 35.02 billion in the year.
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June 05, 2026 16:18 ET A busy week for economic news flow saw a slew of reports being released that reflected the trends in the U.S. labor market. In Europe, economic growth and inflation data gained attention as the European Central Bank and Bank of England head for policy session later in the month. In Asia, the monetary policy session of the Indian central bank was in focus as the country, a major oil importer, reels under the pressures of a weaker rupee and rising inflation.