The Global Cost of a Weaker Dollar
The US dollar is facing its steepest decline in years, driven by administration’s trade policies and aggressive tariffs. The ICE Dollar Index has dropped over 8% in 2025—the worst start in four decades—raising concerns about the dollar’s long-standing global dominance.
This decline is creating ripple effects across the global economy. Exporters in Europe and Asia are being hit by both the weaker dollar and US import levies, while central banks face pressure to cut interest rates to counter stronger domestic currencies. Companies like Toyota, LVMH, and Harris Tweed are seeing profitability threatened, and tourism flows are likely to be affected.
While there’s no viable alternative to the dollar as the world’s reserve currency, confidence in its role is being tested. Investors are beginning to question whether the US remains the reliable anchor of the global financial system—a shift that, even if gradual, could have far-reaching implications.
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The Week That Was | A Tumultuous Journey Through Global Markets
Last week was marked by significant upheaval in global financial markets due to shifting U.S. trade policies. Key developments included major pension funds halting investments in U.S. assets due to geopolitical instability, a dramatic sell-off in U.S. Treasuries that questioned their status as a safe haven, and a significant surge in gold prices as investors sought more stable assets. These shifts underscore a growing global apprehension about the U.S. as a reliable investment destination, prompting a strategic rethink among large institutional investors.
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Understanding the Shift in Private Equity Investments | Big Investors Seek Exits Amid Market Downturn
In light of recent financial turmoil, a Financial Times report reveals that large institutional investors like pensions and endowments are considering selling their stakes in private equity funds. This trend is a reaction to the significant losses these funds have experienced, compounding the challenges within the $4 trillion buyout industry. As market conditions destabilize, the private equity sector faces one of its most critical periods, with reduced deal-making and the “denominator effect” forcing reevaluation of investment strategies.
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