Renouncing Privileges

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AXA Investment Managers analyzes the potential shift in the global financial system as the US considers policies that could impact the dollar’s dominance.  

Key Insights:  

  • US Dollar Uncertainty: Discussions in Washington suggest potential taxation on foreign capital inflows, which could weaken the dollar’s global status.  
  • Historical Parallels: Comparisons to the 1971 "Nixon Shock" highlight the risks of disrupting the current monetary order.  
  • Euro as a Contender: With stronger fiscal policies, the Euro could gain traction as a reserve currency, though structural barriers remain.  

  

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