The UK’s largest student‑housing provider reported a sharp hit after international enrollment fell, prompting rent cuts in some cities and a pause on new build activity. Unite Group lowered its profit outlook and said it would halt further student housing construction after completing its current development pipeline. Separately, universities are flagging increased fraud and compliance risks in international payments—tuition, refunds and vendor transfers are becoming targets for impersonation and misdirection as institutions expand global operations. Universities noted that fragmented payment workflows and tight enrollment deadlines create vulnerabilities for students and finance offices alike. Together, these developments put pressure on institutional budgets that rely on international tuition. Finance teams, registrars and international offices will need stronger payment controls, centralized workflows, and scenario planning for enrollment volatility as institutions seek to stabilize revenue and protect students from scams.