Collapse Quote by Robert J. Shiller
“I am worried that the collapse of home prices might turn out to be the most severe since the Great Depression.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Economic Outlook, Robert J. Shiller, 2023
Housing market downturn could become the deepest crisis since the 1930s, affecting wealth and confidence.
In simple terms: Housing crash may be worst since Great Depression.
Monitor market signals and diversify assets.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- homebuyers
- investors
- policy makers
- financial planners
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can individuals protect wealth in a severe housing slump?
- What policy tools can mitigate systemic risk?
Severity depends on policy response and global conditions.