The rich hit pause on Hamptons play

The rich hit pause on Hamptons play
Luxury rentals in the Hamptons are facing an unexpected chill. Bookings for the 2025 season are down 30%, with ultra-high-end properties experiencing declines as steep as 75%. Behind the gilded gates and oceanfront mansions, a quiet shift is underway among the ultra-wealthy: the rich are reassessing their relationship with the U.S. as a luxury destination amid rising political and economic unpredictability.