Roubini: There Could Be a Global Currency War Brewing

Roubini: There Could Be a Global Currency War Brewing

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The transcript discusses the implications of negative interest rates and currency tensions between the US, Japan, and the eurozone. It explores Japan's monetary policy options, including further negative rates and helicopter money, in response to economic challenges. The conversation shifts to the limitations of monetary policy and the need for fiscal policy, highlighting divisions within the G20 on fiscal stimulus. The discussion concludes with an analysis of Germany's fiscal austerity stance and its impact on the eurozone.

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What are the potential consequences of the US adopting negative interest rates?

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What challenges does the US face in maintaining the value of the dollar amidst global economic changes?

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How does the current inflation trend in the US compare to that in Europe and Japan?

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How might the actions of central banks in Europe and Japan impact global currency tensions?

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What factors might influence Japan's decision to implement further negative rates or helicopter money?

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What are the implications of the G20's divided stance on fiscal policy?

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In what ways might the fiscal policies of Germany affect the eurozone's economic stability?

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