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Plain English with Derek Thompson cover image

What Many Economists (and I) Got Wrong About This Economy

Plain English with Derek Thompson

CHAPTER

Housing Costs and Economic Sentiment

This chapter examines the increasing contrast between surging housing expenses and stagnant shelter inflation in the U.S., emphasizing the impact of rising interest rates on consumer behavior and home sales. It explores how new inflation measures and public sentiment reveal a disconnect between economic indicators and consumer perceptions. Furthermore, the discussion highlights similar sentiment trends in multiple Western democracies, questioning the underlying causes of economic discontent among citizens.

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