Effects of the war on construction costs and interest rates?

It has already completely escalated. A "normal like before" will not exist for a long time. Regardless of whether peace comes or Putin continues to go crazy.

Unfortunately, that is probably the case. But at least now some have understood what kind of guy he is, and where the journey is supposed to go if it’s up to him. Before, some were still quite delusional. To be honest, I also didn’t realize HOW radical he is. Regarding the current situation, I personally think (but of course that is speculation) that he rattled the nuclear saber now, in order to then negotiate a ceasefire or even peace, and then he can say in his own country that the enemy gave in to his threat/superiority. It just sounds better than "things didn’t go so well, so we tucked our tail." It’s an option I see as a way for him (and thereby all of us) to get out of the mess without completely losing face. Because a dictator backed into a corner can also jump in your face, and in the case of a nuclear power, nobody really wants that. As for the stock market, I think even today no prediction can be made. So much is happening within 24 hours at the moment, that would really be crystal ball stuff. I hope that things calm down again in the medium term, including interest rate levels, etc. I’m curious how it will go with the sanctions against Russia if a ceasefire comes.

You talk about it so casually. I admit, it really pisses me off. I hope it's just saber rattling and I hope they get their act together - for all of us.

Fear is a bad advisor. I don’t think anyone feels good about the situation. But what is the consequence of your fear? Building bunkers? Stockpiling supplies… that doesn’t help either. The world will keep turning. I don’t believe there will be a big war. And if there is, one should enjoy the time before it.

Well, my fear doesn't change anything. But I can't just turn it off either. Mentally, I was just starting to improve again. Managed Corona as best I could, got through 2 years with a major personal loss somewhat okay, and I was just beginning to be happy again, and then this crap comes along. It's probably just because I have really had a tough time.

Always try to stay positive. Easier said than done.

You talk about it so casually. I admit, my ass is on thin ice. I hope it's just saber rattling and I hope they get things under control - for all of us.

A factual approach makes it manageable for me. My husband deals with it completely differently, follows the developments only on the sidelines, and distracts himself. I read a lot of news and Twitter. Each as it suits them. To claim I have no fear or worry would be a lie.