“Global De-Dollarization: Navigating Economic Chaos and Change

. “The Slow Burn of the Dollar Is Heating Up!!!

Imagine a world where the rules of the global economic game are being rewritten. This is not science fiction - it's happening right now, with the BRICS nations - Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa - at the forefront. They are welcoming six new members - Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Iran, Argentina, Ethiopia, and Egypt - at the start of 2024. Over 40 countries have expressed interest in joining the bloc, and 22 countries have formally applied. This is not just an expansion; it's a revolution that has significant implications on the worldwide economy.

Together, this expanded alliance will control a striking 42% of the world's oil supply. Interestingly, they only consume 30% of it. As the game changes, the once dominant US dollar is being chosen less frequently as the preferred global reserve currency. Its use has slid quite significantly from 73% in 2001 to just 58% today. The United States, historically a kingpin in the global money arena, has been known to flex its financial muscle, imposing sanctions and exerting influence. The US has effectively weaponized its currency, imposing sanctions on countries accounting for a significant 29% of the global economy and 40% of the world's oil reserves. These sanctions adversely impact countries' capacity to trade on an international platform, thereby motivating the desire for de-dollarization amongst the now BRICS bloc members. Amid these shifts, the US grapples with its internal challenges - soaring inflation, a towering national debt of $33 trillion, and an impending banking crisis due to rising interest rates.

Large countries like China, Russia, Brazil, India, and many others (71) are beginning to rely less on the US dollar. Instead, they're using their own national currencies for trading. This shift is changing global finance and could affect everyone's savings. So, it's important to stay informed and ready. Groups like BRICS are also starting to use a combination of various local currencies, not just the US dollar, which is called a multi-currency system. As we're stepping into a new era of global finance, the influence of the US Dollar is dwindling while new financial arrangements are gaining momentum. It's crucial for everyone to adjust to these changes.