Treasury Secretary: Expect a decline in the dollar as Reserve Currency

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News Date: June 14, 2023

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen Acknowledges Countries' Trend Toward 'Replacing The Dollar'.
Expect a gradual decline in the dollar's share of global reserves, according to Yellen.
During a congressional hearing, she was asked about dedollarization, to which she responded with her remarks.
The statements come amid global de-dollarization initiatives being undertaken by a number of nations, including the BRICS economic bloc.

Global Humanitarian Overview

The Global Humanitarian Overview (GHO) 2020 published on 4 December 2019 announced funding requirements of $28.8 billion to assist 108.8 million of the 167.6 million people in need in 53 countries.
Source: reliefweb.int

Trump is expected to announce his Fed chair pick

⚔️ October 28, 2025: President Trump says Fed Chair Jerome Powell will be out in a 'few months.'
Donald Trump is preparing to announce his next Federal Reserve Chair, a decision that could reshape not just U.S. monetary policy — but the global economy.
The finalists:
💼 Christopher Waller – pragmatic insider, favors faster rate cuts
🏦 Michelle Bowman – banking regulator, steady and growth-minded
📈 Kevin Warsh – policy veteran, reform advocate
🤝 Kevin Hassett – loyal Trump adviser, pro-growth voice
💰 Rick Rieder – Wall Street strategist, market stabilizer
With Trump seeking a more aggressive, pro-growth Fed, markets — including crypto — are watching closely. A dovish pick could ignite new rallies, while a cautious one may bring stability but restraint. 🌍
🚨 August 12, 2025: Trump signals he might allow a lawsuit against Fed Chair Powell over costly Fed renovation! 🏛️ He’s doubling down, calling again for rate cuts and threatening legal action. 💥
🕰️ August 1, 2025: Trump posted: “Too Late” Powell should resign, just like Adriana Kugler, a Biden Appointee, resigned. She knew he was doing the wrong thing on Interest Rates. He should resign, also!
🏛️July 21, 2025: Rep. Anna Paulina Luna has referred Fed Chair Jerome Powell to the DOJ for potential perjury, accusing him of lying to Congress about lavish HQ renovations. Powell denied luxury upgrades — but records show a $2.5B project and past full renovations.
Trump, who recently weighed firing Powell, remains critical of his refusal to cut rates. Meanwhile, Treasury Secretary Bessent calls for a broader review of the Fed’s role.
✅ July 16, 2025: According to the New York Times, President Trump reportedly waved a draft letter firing Fed Chair Jerome Powell during a meeting with House Republicans in the Oval Office. He asked them if he should send it. The letter hasn’t been delivered—yet. Powell’s fate may now hinge on political momentum. 🪑🔥
🔥 July 15, 2025: Trump torches Fed Chair Jerome Powell over $2.5B HQ renovations, calling it “disgraceful” and suggesting it’s a fireable offense. 😬 He mocked Powell’s lack of personality and economic judgment, saying, “It’s like talking to a chair.” Trump also claimed he outperformed 69 Fed economists with his predictions 📉📈.
🏛️ July 13, 2025: White House adviser Kevin Hassett says President Trump could fire Fed Chair Jerome Powell if cause is found—possibly tied to the $700 million overrun in Fed HQ renovations.
The administration is pressuring Powell for answers, and some see this as a setup to remove him. Hassett, a possible successor, hinted the decision depends on Powell’s response to a July 10 letter from OMB.
🔥 July 9, 2025: Speculation is growing that Jerome Powell may be planning to resign, following Trump’s call for Congress to investigate the Federal Reserve chief. 👀
💥 June 30, 2025: Scott Bessent says the White House is actively working to select Jerome Powell's replacement in the coming weeks. When asked about stepping into the role himself, Bessent said: “I will do what the President wants.”
🏛 June 27, 2025: President Trump calls for Fed Chair Jerome Powell to resign. Trump: I'd love for him to resign… He’s done a lousy job.
🏦 June 25, 2025: President Trump has begun interviewing candidates to replace Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. "I know within three or four people who I’m going to pick," he stated Wednesday.
🏛️ June 21, 2025: Trump posted: maybe, I’ll have to change my mind about firing him? But regardless, his Term ends shortly!
🏛️ June 18, 2025: President Trump ramps up attacks on Fed Chair Jerome Powell — and half-jokingly suggests appointing himself to lead the Federal Reserve. "I’d do a better job," he quipped, fueling speculation and headlines alike.
🏛️ June 7, 2025: President Donald Trump announced that a decision on the next Federal Reserve chair is coming “very soon.” Speaking aboard Air Force One, Trump reiterated his stance that a strong Fed leader would lower interest rates. Kevin Warsh is seen as the frontrunner, as Trump continues to criticize current Chair Jerome Powell’s rate policy.
May 20, 2025: A reported court ruling has sparked speculation that President Trump could have the authority to remove Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, potentially paving the way for interest rate cuts. However, no official sources confirm this ruling, and legal protections under the Federal Reserve Act suggest Powell’s position remains secure absent misconduct. Stay tuned for verified updates!
President Donald Trump, who nominated Jerome Powell to lead the Federal Reserve in 2017, recently stated he has “no intention” of firing the central bank chair before his term ends in 2026. This marks a shift from Trump’s escalated rhetoric, where he hinted at the unprecedented step of ousting him over disagreements on interest rate policies. Trump’s push for lower rates to counter his tariff-driven economic agenda has clashed with Powell’s warnings of potential inflation and slower growth. Despite the de-escalation, which calmed markets, Trump’s continued pressure suggests the Fed’s independence remains under strain as he tests the limits of his influence.
Trump’s frustration centers on the Fed’s refusal to cut interest rates, which he says hinders growth.
Powell, whose term lasts until May 2026, has stressed the Fed’s independence. Removing him would require proving misconduct, a legal challenge no president has won. The move could test the Fed’s autonomy.

Gold is the Real Safe Haven Asset

Gold is finally outperforming the way one would imagine. It's not always about the absolute performance as it is about the relative performance.
As Bitcoin surged from March 2020 through 2021, the market was convinced that Bitcoin was the "new" digital gold, the new store of value asset.
As Bitcoin surged to new highs at each passing day, this became a self-fulfilling prophecy.
Gold was seen as the stepchild, given no attention whatsoever as traders chased the greed and FOMO 100%+ returns in crypto assets.
Year to date, Gold is now up 6% vs. Bitcoin down 25%.
Source: thestreet.com

Gold standard strategy and the collapse of dollar

The dollar is no longer pegged to gold, but it is still the world's reserve currency. Over 60% of the foreign bank reserves are currently held in US Dollars.
There have been efforts by numerous countries (led by China and Russia) to dethrone the US Dollar as the world's reserve currency. China has been reducing its exposure to the Dollar for a long time, and both China, as well as Russia, have been stocking up on gold in recent times.
Central banks added 650 tons to their reserves in 2019, the second highest shift in 50 years, after the 656 tons added in 2018. Before the 2007-09 financial crisis, central banks were net sellers of gold worldwide for decades. Leading the recent spree has been China, Russia, Turkey, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan.
China can escape the fate of a dollar collapse by tying the yuan to gold. There is little doubt she has access to sufficient gold. Currently, her interest is to preserve the dollar, not destroy it, because it is the principal means of Chinese foreign interests being secured.
Sources: www.fxstreet.com, uk.news.yahoo.com, seekingalpha.com

Independent Financial System planned by Russia and the Islamic world

Russia and the Islamic countries talk about the creation of an independent financial system and de-dollarization.
According to Alexey Overchuk, deputy prime minister of Russia, Russia is in conversation with countries in the Islamic world about current global changes, particularly the de-dollarization processes.
Alexey Overchuk mentioned the de-globalization processes, the shift of industrial output, the fall of Western investment in the Global South, and the concerns with energy and food security among other things on the agenda.
"Of course, our relations with Islamic countries are influenced by global shifts that are taking place and global trends.
We are talking about processes of de-dollarization and the creation of an independent financial system.", Overchuk stated, through a TASS report.