Something Big Must Happen to Turn Dollar Down: Ruskin

The video discusses the factors influencing the dollar's strength, including current account deficits and policy changes. It examines the euro-dollar parity forecast and its implications. The impact of the dollar's rise on emerging market currencies and assets is analyzed, with a focus on China's currency strategy. The video also explores President Trump's currency policy and its potential effects on global markets.

What is one potential indicator that the dollar might be overvalued?

• An increase in domestic inflation

• A change in the Federal Reserve Chair

• A current account deficit of 4% of GDP

• A current account surplus of 4% of GDP

What was the initial prediction for the euro-dollar parity by the end of 2017?

• $0.85

• $0.90

• $0.95

• $1.00

How have emerging market currencies been affected by the dollar's strength?

• They have appreciated significantly

• They have remained stable

• They have depreciated and faced pressure

• They have become more volatile

What is China's approach to managing its currency in relation to the dollar?

• Allowing it to float freely

• Pegging it directly to the euro

• Using a trade-weighted index

• Focusing solely on the dollar exchange rate

What is President Trump's stance on the Chinese currency?

• He supports a stronger Chinese currency

• He is indifferent to the Chinese currency

• He wants to peg the dollar to the yuan

• He is concerned about the direct currency pair