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Billionaire Warns NYC Housing Crisis Looms Under New Mayor

11/10/2025

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Barry Sternlicht, billionaire real estate investor, warns that New York City will face severe challenges under newly elected Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
He cites high union costs driving up housing prices and expresses concern about Mamdani's proposed rent freeze for stabilized apartments.
He argues that without significant government subsidies and union cooperation, increasing housing supply will be difficult, citing public safety concerns, and notes his company may relocate from Manhattan.

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Barry Sternlicht, billionaire real estate investor, warns that New York City will face severe challenges under newly elected Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
He cites high union costs driving up housing prices and expresses concern about Mamdani's proposed rent freeze for stabilized apartments.
He argues that without significant government subsidies and union cooperation, increasing housing supply will be difficult, citing public safety concerns, and notes his company may relocate from Manhattan.