高盛预言：2027年房价再跌10%？今明年买房，首付要打水漂了？

Core Insights - Goldman Sachs predicts that the current decline in China's real estate market, which began in 2021, has only completed 40% of its total expected drop, with an additional 60% decline anticipated before reaching the bottom by the end of 2027 [5][6][18] Market Analysis - The report evaluates the current state of the Chinese real estate market by comparing it to historical global real estate crashes, forecasting a potential further decline of 10% in property prices [6][9] - Since the peak in Q4 2021, Chinese property prices have already dropped by 20%, and the market is expected to follow a typical crash pattern, indicating a prolonged downturn [6][14] Supply and Demand Dynamics - The current oversupply in the housing market is significant, with a reported 750 million square meters of unsold residential properties, suggesting that it could take two to three years to digest the existing inventory [7][9] - The demographic shift indicates a decrease in the primary home-buying age group (25-39 years), with a projected reduction of 42 million individuals by 2027, leading to diminished demand [7][9] Financial Strain on Consumers - The household debt-to-GDP ratio has reached 63.5%, comparable to developed nations, with housing affordability becoming a critical issue, particularly in major cities like Beijing and Shanghai where the price-to-income ratio exceeds 12 times [7][9] Policy Response and Market Stability - Despite numerous government measures aimed at stabilizing the housing market, such as lowering down payment ratios and interest rates, the fundamental issues of population decline, high inventory, and elevated debt levels remain unresolved [9][11] - The government's approach has shifted from attempting to boost prices to merely preventing a rapid decline, indicating a more cautious stance in policy implementation [9][11] Regional Variations - Different cities are experiencing varying degrees of impact, with first-tier cities expected to stabilize by late 2025 after a cumulative drop of up to 20%, while second-tier cities may see declines of up to 25% [14][16] - In contrast, third and fourth-tier cities are facing severe challenges, with potential price drops of 40% or more, making recovery to 2021 peak prices unlikely [14][16] Future Outlook - The real estate sector is anticipated to see a more pronounced recovery by 2026, contingent upon successful debt restructuring and improved market confidence [6][9] - Investors are expected to reassess valuations post-debt resolution and inventory clearance, with a gradual normalization of credit conditions benefiting leading private developers [6][9]