Baton Rouge Business Report

While interest rates continue to command attention, Capital Region real estate leaders see a market that is proving its resilience. Demand remains steady, pricing has held firm and long-term growth drivers—from industry expansion to population retention—continue to support momentum. At the same time, developers, lenders and builders are adapting to new realities around costs, inventory and buyer expectations. Three experts joined moderator Mark Lorando in the Melara Enterprises Roundtable Room to share their perspectives on where the market is holding strong, and where new opportunities are emerging.