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MacroVoices #391 Brent Johnson: The Dollar Is Not Done

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The Implications and Challenges of the US Dollar's Hegemony

The speaker discusses the possibility of the US dollar losing its hegemony and the challenges associated with de-dollarization. They highlight the significant amount of US dollar debt owed by entities outside the United States and the complexities of de-leveraging. They argue that de-dollarization would require a unanimous agreement and implementation by the rest of the world, which they consider unlikely. They also note that while politicians and monetary authorities may desire de-dollarization, many foreign business leaders still benefit from the US dollar. Overall, they express skepticism regarding the feasibility of de-dollarization.

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