The demise of the dollar — what are the alternatives?
The US dollar is the global reserve currency, the predominant currency for international trade and finance and a store of value - why this sudden talk of its potential demise? And what could it be replaced with - the yuan, gold, bitcoin or even a BRICS currency? Foord South Africa CIO Nick Balkin and portfolio manager Rashaad Tayob share their thoughts with Linda Eedes.
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