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The Intelligence from The Economist

Abodes well? The housing crash that wasn’t

Jun 20, 2023
Callum Williams, Senior economics writer at The Economist, dives into the stubbornly high property prices in the West, defying financial expectations. He discusses the surprising resilience of housing markets despite rising interest rates and inflation, contrasting today with the 2008 crisis. The conversation also examines Botswana's diamond industry and its potential challenges, while touching on the plight of Georgia's peach farmers facing a catastrophic freeze. Innovative strategies are explored as farmers adapt to climate change, revealing their deep connection to the land.
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