Lithuania's Avulis Urges Calm on Economy, Warns Against Real Estate Price Hopes
Translated from Lithuanian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Arvydas Avulis, chairman of Hanner, urges Lithuanians not to fear an economic crisis this year.
- He stated that economic forecasts are positive and there is no reason for concern.
- Avulis also cautioned against expecting falling real estate prices, noting they have reached European levels in Vilnius.
Arvydas Avulis, the chairman of real estate developer Hanner, is encouraging Lithuanians to remain optimistic and dismiss fears of an impending economic crisis. Speaking on the program "Delfi savaitฤ," Avulis asserted that current economic forecasts are sufficiently positive to allay any widespread concerns.
"The forecasts are quite good and there is no need to worry," Avulis stated, aiming to reassure the public. He specifically advised against anticipating a decline in real estate prices. Avulis pointed out that property values in Vilnius have already climbed to match levels seen in major European cities, suggesting a stabilization rather than a downturn.
The forecasts are quite good and there is no need to worry.
Avulis's comments come at a time when economic sentiment can be volatile. By presenting a confident outlook and advising against unrealistic expectations for property price drops, he seeks to foster a more stable economic environment and encourage continued investment.
one should not have hopes that real estate prices may fall
Originally published by Delfi in Lithuanian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.