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Why Eurozone Renters Are Losing the Housing Battle
In episode 107 of The European Economy Podcast, Lucas and Luna examine the growing crisis of rental affordability across the Eurozone. With new data from the European Central Bank showing rent growth outpacing overall inflation by nearly three percentage points, the hosts explore why policies like rent controls and housing subsidies are failing to keep housing costs in check. They dive into the dynamics of supply shortages, rising construction costs, and the impact of short-term rentals on local markets in cities like Lisbon, Dublin, and Berlin. The conversation also touches on how the…
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