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How Stagflation Is Reshaping the Art Market
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore how persistent stagflation is transforming the fine art market. With core inflation hitting 3.4% in May 2026 and gold prices slipping 2.5% in the past week, investors are looking for alternative stores of value — but the art market is not immune to economic headwinds. Lucas breaks down the 'Blue Chip Contradiction': top-tier works from artists like Basquiat and Richter are still commanding high prices at auction, while mid-tier contemporary art has seen a 15% decline in average sale price over the past year. The hosts discuss how auction…
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