How Land-Based Assets Could Become a Stabilizing Force in an Unstable U.S. Economy
Introduction: Stability in an Age of Economic Uncertainty The U.S. economy has entered a period defined by volatility. Inflation cycles have re-emerged, interest rates have risen sharply after years of near-zero policy, geopolitical risks have intensified, and financial markets have become increasingly sensitive to shocks. For investors, policymakers, and households alike, the central concern is no longer just growth—it is stability. In this environment, attention is slowly shifting back to assets that perform well across full economic cycles rather than only during expansionary phases. Among these, land-based assets occupy a unique position. Long before modern financial instruments existed, land served as the foundation of economic security, productivity, and long-term value. Today, as uncertainty becomes the norm rather than the exception, land is once again being reconsidered—not as a speculative vehicle, but as a stabilizing economic force. Why Economic Volatility Is...