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Evolution of Mortgage Interest Rates in Luxembourg in June 2024

Evolution of Mortgage Interest Rates in Luxembourg in June 2024

Economists agree that the European Central Bank (ECB) will cut its key interest rates by 25 basis points this week, marking the first long-awaited decrease in five years.

The Governing Council of the ECB will meet this Thursday, June 6, to announce, for the first time in almost five years, a decrease in the key interest rates for banks in the eurozone. This 25-basis-point reduction comes despite uncertain macroeconomic circumstances and persistent inflation. Experts anticipate several rate cuts by the end of 2024, each by 25 basis points. However, the overall decrease this year will strongly depend on GDP growth and the evolution of inflation, two elements that are difficult to predict at this stage, although signs of improvement in inflation are being observed.

If these cuts materialize, they could potentially give a boost to the Luxembourg real estate market, which is still struggling. Although professionals are noting a slight improvement in the number of transactions in existing residential real estate, new builds are struggling to find buyers. Projects are being delayed due to a lack of financing, and reservations from private individuals and investors in new developments remain rare.

The economic impact of this upcoming cut will be evaluated shortly, and the schedule for future rate reductions will be determined based on this evolution. The ECB is adopting a cautious approach and avoiding any firm commitments on further cuts. It will likely reduce its rates gradually to maintain a consistent level of monetary restriction.

The borrowing rate is a key factor when acquiring a property via a mortgage. Its drastic increase has paralyzed the real estate market in Luxembourg, causing an unprecedented crisis. We forecast a rate drop of 75 basis points before the end of 2024, which should significantly ease monthly payments for borrowers.