Category Archives: US Dollar

The global transition…

Posted on January 29, 2026 by It's a Learning Problem

The recent surge in precious metals has brought the topic of the sustainability of US dollar’s dominance as the global reserve currency to the fore once again. All of the factions on both sides of the debate are pontificating on … Continue reading →

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Financial nihilism…

Posted on February 6, 2025 by It's a Learning Problem

Because things happen so gradually in politics and finance, sometimes one needs to step back and look at the big picture. Having followed financial markets for over 30 years, I’d like to think I’ve learned a few things and have … Continue reading →

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The “new” gold standard…

Posted on September 16, 2024 by It's a Learning Problem

Judy Shelton was nominated by Donald Trump for the Federal Reserve in 2019. Her nomination stalled with a 47-50 vote in the Senate in November of 2020 and her nomination was eventually withdrawn by Joe Biden in February 2021. More … Continue reading →

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The Mighty US Dollar…

Posted on May 13, 2024 by It's a Learning Problem

Brent Johnson has become well known for his dollar milkshake theory. He does a weekly video called Milkshakes, Markets, Madness that is a commentary on markets and especially the US dollar. I’ve been following him for a number of years … Continue reading →

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