Situation in Europe August 2025 (Part 2)

Summary: This video covers Europe's economic struggles in 2025, including soaring car and food prices, U.S. tariffs on Switzerland, Austria's prison and doctor shortages, exploding real estate costs, and rising consumer debt. SurvivalLilly also reviews a sponsored knife and highlights affiliate links to support her channel.

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1. 🚗 Car and Food Price Explosions in Europe

Lilly opens with alarming news about Europe's economic crisis:

"Cars are now more expensive than ever in Europe. Severe price explosion for new cars."

• New & Used Cars: Prices for both categories have skyrocketed. A car worth €2,000 pre-pandemic now costs €7,000. Small cars, once affordable, saw a 34% price hike (2018–2024) as demand shifts due to financial strain.
• Food Inflation: Since 2020, food prices in Austria alone rose 34%, with staples like coffee (+61%), fish (+51%), and olive oil (+66%) leading the surge. Cocoa prices jumped 68%, making chocolate luxuriously expensive.

"On average, food and beverage prices in Austria have increased around 34% since 2020."

• Europe-Wide Issue: Austria's inflation hit 3.5% in July 2025, with no relief in sight. Politicians debate price controls, but experts warn this could worsen scarcity.

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2. 🔪 Sponsor Segment: Odenwolf Knives

Lilly shifts to promote Odenwolf Knives (affiliate link):

"This knife cuts through wood like butter. It's so sharp you have to angle it away from the fire steel."

• Knife Details: The W's Candy knife features a Scandinavian grind (a sharp, flat edge ideal for carving) and D2 tool steel (durable but requires oiling). Its ergonomic TPE handle and silent sheath make it perfect for bushcraft or hunting.
• Discount: Use code LILLY10 for 10% off at Odenwolf.us.

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3. 🇺🇸 U.S. Tariffs on Switzerland

"The USA has put some really drastic tariffs on Switzerland… a whooping 39%."

• Economic Impact: While the EU faces 15% tariffs, Switzerland's 39% rate threatens jobs—18% of Swiss exports go to the U.S. Crisis meetings are underway, but Switzerland's low unemployment (2.7%) offers some stability.

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4. 🇮🇹 Austria's Prison and Doctor Crises

4.1 🔒 Prison Overcrowding

"Starting in 2026, charges will lose influence over prison releases. Around 400 criminals could be released."

• Root Cause: Prisons built for low crime rates now struggle with overcrowding. Early releases may free 400 criminals by 2026.

4.2 👩⚕️ Doctor Shortage

• Aging Workforce: 1 in 3 doctors is over 55, nearing retirement. Young doctors, including many Germans who study in Austria, often leave after graduation, worsening the shortage.

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5. 🏠 Real Estate Crisis in Austria

"A 70 square meter apartment is worth about €400,000. A single family home costs around €525,000."

• Unaffordability: Young families face impossible barriers to homeownership without inheritance. Mountainous regions and cities see the highest prices due to limited space.
• Consumer Debt Trap: 40% of Austrians rely on credit for emergencies like broken appliances or cars.

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6. 🔥 Knife Demo Recap

Lilly concludes with a demo of the Odenwolf knife:

"This has been the very best cover I've ever owned. The Scandinavian grind is incredible."

• She praises its sharpness for carving feather sticks and igniting fire steel effortlessly.

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Conclusion

Europe in 2025 faces multi-layered crises: inflation, tariffs, labor shortages, and unaffordable housing. Austria's struggles mirror broader continental trends, with no quick fixes in sight. Lilly's knife demo offers a brief escape into practical preparedness, underscoring the need for self-reliance in uncertain times.

"If you're not getting money from your parents or inheritance, it's impossible to afford a house."

Stay tuned for more updates—and consider that 10% discount on survival gear! 🌍🔪