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 people are infected with recency bias or normalcy bias you look at the numbers you look at the fundamentals you look at the logic you look at the history in a world of probabilities I would say that there is going to be a moment that will as you said catch many people off guard because they don't see what's coming straight at them and you can't get out of the way of what you don't welcome to Silver News Daily your ultimate destination for all things precious metals if you're passionate

about the glimmer of silver and the world of precious metals you're in the right place by hitting that magical subscribe button you're joining a community of like-minded thinkers who see the potential of silver and precious metals shaping the future buckle up because we're diving head first into the latest news and updates hey there buddy pull up a chair because if I got some news for you if you remember those times we chatted about the global economy and the dominance of the dollar well something big is on the

horizon Patrick Baron from the Mize Institute yeah the saint Institute that Champions the Austrian School of economics has thrown quite the curveball our way he's saying embrace yourself for this the dollars Reigns Supreme in international trade might be on its last leg no no I'm not pulling your leg Baron isn't just hinting at some minor shifts or adjustments he's talking about the potential collapse of the Dollar's predominant position and if that wasn't enough to make you raise an eyebrow he's

going even further he believes that the whole fiat currency system that's basically the foundation of the monetary system for most countries is also skating on thin ice can you imagine the entire landscape of global trade could be on the verge of a massive shake-up but wait before you think this is just another outlandish Theory from some Financial Guru trying to grab headlines let me dive into why Baron is waving this massive red flag I got a feeling you're going to find is reasoning pretty

compelling I mean the implications of what he's suggesting are Monumental especially for how countries do business with each other this isn't just about some academic debate it could affect everything from how we buy stuff for how governments make decisions so grab a cup of coffee or tea if that's your jam and let's really unpack this and trust me by the end of our chat you'll see the Global Financial landscape in a whole new light okay so let's trade into the vibrant city of Johannesburg South

Africa picture this leaders from the brics Nations Brazil Russia India China and South Africa are all gathered for a major Summit it's not just your typical meet and greet Affairs something groundbreaking is on the table Baron is buzzing about a crucial agreement made there the establishment of an alternative International Trade system now I can almost hear you thinking what's so special about a new trade system well my friend the game changer here is that this new system might be based on Commodities and no prizes for

guessing one of the Heavy Hitters in this setup we are shiny old friend gold but here's where things get even more fascinating while on the surface it might seem like a tussle between the Western democracies and the brics Nations Baron believes it's actually a deeper ideological battle it's the age-old debate between Keynesian economic theory pretty much the playbook for many modern economies and gold the main Contender here isn't paper money or even digital currency gold Baron claims

is primed to take the championship belt imagine a world where the gold in your jewelry or vaults doesn't just glitter it could redefine the rules of global trade while some might see this as a return to older economic systems it could also signal the dawn of a new era in international Commerce just think about it a world where the weight of gold influences trade decisions as much as any current trade deal or policy isn't it wild to imagine such a shift but hey if the brics nations are making

moves in this direction it's definitely worth keeping an eye on these are after all some of the most significant players in the global economy we're talking about so remember our history lessons about the gold standard we used to chat about how countries Once Upon a Time panked their currencies to goal right well Baron's been doing some deep diving he's come up with some eyebrow raising observations first off he's firmly stating that gold despite all the changes in global economics has never

been truly outdone by fiat currency now I can also see that puzzled look on your face didn't we move on from Gold for a reason you might be thinking Baron's argument is a bit of a throwback mixed with a Twist he believes that the gold standard wasn't traded in for a superior monetary system instead it was gradually nudged out not because it was outdated or inefficient but to fuel the state's growing hunger for more and more money and you know what that drive for money resulted in here's the kicker Wars that

never seem to end an ever-growing welfare state skyrocketing public deficits and arrest but wait there's more the Fiat dollar which has been the Superstar of the global economy has seen its purchasing power Rim compared to Gold plummet by a Hopping 98 since 1971. let that sink in and recent events like sanctions against Russia post the Ukraine Invasion and the subsequent freezing of Russian assets not only hastened the move towards an alternative system Baron had this eye-opening perspective on Keynesian economics

suggesting that its major flaw lies in prioritizing aggregate demand over production it's like wanting to enjoy a feast without preparing a meal first as Gene baptistic put it you need to produce to reap the benefits of consumption the Allure of this Theory well he gave governments the license to spend without boundaries all with money conjured out of thin air talk about a magic trick but as with all magic there's a catch and this one might just be a ticking Time Bomb for the global economy all right picture this a

bustling Global marketplace where the wave your gold decides the strength of your trade Baron paints a vivid picture of a new international trade settlement system and the protagonist in this story gold it's like seeing an old friend rise to Fame in a modern world now why does gold get the spotlight here well Baron argues that the advantages of a gold-based system will be so evident that it's not just the BRS CS Nations who want in but potentially everyone on the global stage talk about a

blockbuster comeback so you might be wondering what makes this gold-based system so special the political perks are evident no one nation can boss around or manipulate the system to snag an unfair Advantage everyone's on an equal playing field gold doesn't play favorites and on the economic front this system is a game changer instead of funding bloated government expenditures resources will be channeled to boost production the result a healthier economy and who knows maybe even happier citizens here's an interesting catch in

this system Nations can only increase their Imports if they equally ramp up their exports imagine the competitive yet healthy pressure this would place on governments they would be motivated to refine their economies encouraging Industries and services that genuinely contribute and innovate however here's a cautionary twist artificially boosting demand can backfire big time if a nation tried to play fast and loose their gold reserves would deplete leading to a potential halt in Imports so in essence

the system is self-correcting promoting sound economic practices now for countries accustomed to a more fiat-driven liberal economic approach particularly the Western democracies and the U.S fair and hints they might be in for a bumpy ride huge welfare obligations and certain industries that don't genuinely add value could weigh them down in this new gold driven race it's fascinating isn't it the idea that global Military might or sprawling bases across the globe won't determine a

nation's strength but rather their gold reserves and economic Prudence a shift from Firepower to goal power if you will okay let's imagine a world where the same gold-based system for international trade starts to seep into our everyday transactions imagine going to buy your morning coffee and instead of a paper currency backed by a government's promise it's backed by a tangible universally accepted value gold sounds straight out of a Sci-Fi novel right Baron seems to think this could be our

reality as the gold settlement system solidifies its role in international trade Baron sees a ripple effect where it starts info influencing domestic monetary systems it's as if gold is on a world tour and after its International gig it's coming to rock the local scene so where does this leave our current stars of Fiat currencies well they could be facing their Curtain Call being subject to inflation and susceptible to debasement by governments they might just find themselves getting tad bit

Rusty in this new golden age it's an ironic twist when you think about it the very currencies which were hailed as the evolved modern replacements for gold might end up being viewed as Antiquated relics themselves Baron even conjures an image of Fiat currencies being discarded on the ash heap of History a dramatic visualization for sure but it underscores a profound prediction that in a world where value needs to be tangible and consistent and tangible promises just won't cut it remember back

in 1924 when Keynes predicted the end of the gold standard if his unfolding narrative Baron suggests a delicious twist of fate it might actually be the Fiat currencies that become the barbarous relics alright it's announcement time on August 24th the brics leaders drop some news and it's got everyone talking they've got a task for their Finance ministers explore local currencies dive into the nitty-gritty of payment instruments and platforms and report back with their findings it's like they're preparing for

a massive Financial science project now let's address the elephant in the room is this a move to replace the Swift system if you recall Swift is the dollar-based EverBank settlement system that's been the backbone of global Finance but South African Finance Minister Enoch godanwana wants to clear up any misconceptions he asserts that this new brics initiative isn't a swift alternative instead it's a system aimed at deepening the use of local currencies it's less about Revolution and more

about Evolution however here's where it gets juicy with Russia soon taking the brfcs helm speculations are right is President poutine gearing up for a massive d-dollarization statement in the next prics Summit could we potentially see the launch of a gold-backed trade currency for the entire blot if true this could send shock waves across the Global Financial Arena but hold on to your hats because there's more the bric is blocked isn't just plain it's old sandbox they're expanding our playground

with heavyweight oil exporters like Saudi Arabia UAE and Iran joining the ranks to greenback's Petra dollar status might just be under threat this isn't just a tweak in the monetary system it's a seismic shift that could redefine the pillars of global Finance let's paint a picture the sun's Rising there's a slight chill in the air and as you open up your browser to check the morning news headlines flash about gold prices soaring why because U.S consumer optimism just stumbled and fell flat on

its face Yep this August the high-flying consumer confidence we saw is coming back down to earth the conference board released some numbers and they were what economists expected we're talking a drop in consumer confidence index from a pretty decent 114 in July for more summer 106.1 in August that's like expecting a gentle summer rain and getting a hail storm that was getting consumers all jittery Rising prices seem to be the villain here just imagine heading to your local grocery store and

finding prices steadily climbing or pulling up to the gas station and watching those numbers roll up faster than you can say fill her up Dana Peterson the chief Economist at the conference board flag that consumers are getting more and more preoccupied with the Skyrocket costs gold being the diva that it is seized its moment in the spotlight with consumer confidence on the downturn of gold market decided to strut its stuff rallying in response to the Bleak economic data last checked spot gold was glittering at

1933 an ounce a healthy uptick for the day peeling back the layers on the report but wasn't just a singular dip in consumer sentiment it was widespread with indicators like the present situation index and the expectations indexed both showing a decline although Silver Lining the expectations index did stay above the crucial 80 level a threshold that's seen as a Harbinger for recessions but a warning shot was fired even with consumers shaking off fears of a living recession there's a hint in the

air suggesting one could be around Corner whew what a journey we've been on together from the shifting tides of the US Dollars dominance and the Intriguing moves by the brics Nations to the sparkling Allure of gold and the mood swings of consumer confidence we traversed a mosaic of economic Landscapes and through it all One Thing Remains clear the world of finance and economics is Ever Changing always keeping us on our toes but before I sign off I want to say a massive thank you for joining me on this exhilarating ride

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informed and until next time take care and see you soon thank you [Music]