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During a recession, the outcome for the US dollar is not clear-cut. If the recession is accompanied by credit deleveraging, the dollar tends to appreciate due to the compression of the system. However, if a recession occurs without significant credit deleveraging, other factors like Fed policy and interest rate differentials play a role. The dollar's direction during a recession depends on the shape the recession takes and the specific circumstances at play.
Volatility tends to increase during periods of inflation in currency trends. The trade in this space is not to take a specific direction but to buy volatility. Historically, volatility in currency trends has not been expensive, and the volatility of volatility (the convexity of the distribution) remains cheap. Taking a position in volatility could be a strategic move considering the uncertainty surrounding currency trends and their potential impact on the market.
While some believe in the secular decline of the US dollar, caution should be exercised in interpreting this sentiment. Positioning against the dollar based on this belief may not be in line with market realities. Similarly, a potential decline in markets could affect the dollar's direction. It is important to consider not only the mechanical effects on the dollar but also the positioning of market participants, which may not support a significant dollar decline.
European banks face potential stress due to their exposure to commercial real estate and leverage real estate securities. This exposure is significant, and European commercial real estate prices are already experiencing drawdowns. While stress tests exist and banks have hedged their interest rate exposure, the credit problem arising from commercial real estate could pose challenges for European banks.
The US dollar holds the exorbitant privilege as the world's reserve currency, offering a liquid and deep market for recycling global capital. Transitioning away from the dollar would be challenging and chaotic. Additionally, the massive amount of dollar-denominated liabilities outside the US makes the change even more complicated. While there may be a desire to de-dollarize, finding alternatives that provide the required market depth and stability remains difficult. The structural realities, geopolitical dynamics, and absence of viable alternatives suggest that the US dollar will likely maintain its dominant position.
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Episode TimeStamps:
02:37 - The big macro picture
04:37 - Inflation from a historical perspective
14:22 - Cycles and trends - how are they different?
18:23 - A sticky situation
21:53 - A wealth of trades?
26:58 - A secular reality
29:17 - The banking situation
35:16 - A build-up effect
38:58 - Buying Puts - A way to lose money?
41:02 - Cyclical vs Secular effects
46:38 - Inflationary pressure in Japan
54:45 - De-Dollarization and changes on the global stage
01:08:14 - The advantage of commodities
01:13:41 - Where is the world heading?
01:17:57 - Final thoughts
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