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Skyscraper Index infographic
Graphic shows the correlation between the building of skyscrapers and subsequent financial crashes.
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Skyscraper Index

By Ninian Carter

January 12, 2012 - Building booms, especially the construction of the tallest buildings in the world, tend to coincide with economic crises according to Barclays Skyscraper Index. China is currently building 65 skyscrapers.

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PUBLISHED: 12/01/2012; STORY: Graphic News
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