The UK online real estate market is once again becoming a focal point for investors, operators, and industry executives. A £1.5 billion class action lawsuit against Rightmove over alleged abuse of dominant position, CoStar’s increasingly aggressive push into UK residential real estate, and growing speculation around a potential sale of Zoopla are reshaping the competitive landscape of one of the world’s most profitable digital classifieds markets. Joreca takes a closer look a

After a record-breaking year for M&A in 2025, the global classifieds sector came to an abrupt halt toward year-end. The inflection point was sharp share price corrections at two industry benchmarks, UK-listed Rightmove and Auto Trader, driven by investor fears over AI-led disruption. Deal activity has since stalled, and C-level executives at leading platforms face mounting pressure to articulate a credible response. The question for both operators and investors is the same: a

After several years of adjustment, 2026 is emerging as an important year for automotive and real estate marketplaces worldwide. Based on more than 15 years of data and market observation, Joreca’s analysis highlights diverging trajectories across regions, with some markets returning to growth while others enter more uncertain phases. Changes in inventory levels, advertiser behavior, and competitive intensity are reshaping market dynamics in Europe and the Americas. Together,