The Fall of King Dollar | Currency Diversification and US Dollar Trends (2025)

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Investing for Americans Abroad and U.S. Expats | Gimme Some Truth for Expats

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For many Americans, living abroad is the dream. But the reality of being a U.S. expat, particularly when it comes to finances and attempting to invest from outside of the United States, can quickly turn into a nightmare with the complexities involved. With first-hand expat experience and their professional background in working with U.S. expats, financial advisors Keith Poniewaz, PhD.; Stan Farmer, CFP®, J.D.; and Syl Michelin, CFP®, cover an assortment of key topics U.S. expats and Americans abroad should know about investing and finances, whether they're already abroad or planning a move.

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The Fall of King Dollar | Currency Diversification and US Dollar Trends (2025)

Investing for Americans Abroad and U.S. Expats | Gimme Some Truth for Expats

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6 months ago

The Fall of King Dollar | Currency Diversification and US Dollar Trends (2025)

This episode of Gimme Some Truth, International edition, explores recent discussions surrounding the weakening of the US dollar and the role of currency diversification in managing financial risk. Topics include changes in global markets, impacts on investments, and practical approaches to building diversified portfolios without requiring international relocation.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction to US Dollar Trends

00:31 – Currency Diversification and Historical Context

01:55 – Cash Flows and Currency Exposure Abroad

04:07 – Impact of Dollar Weakness on Retirees and Expats

06:17 – Types of Dollar vs. Non-Dollar Assets

09:04 – Dollar-Hedged vs. Unhedged Investments

10:44 – Gold, Commodities, and Currency Hedges

13:24 – Preparing for Dollar Decline vs. Reacting to It

15:35 – Portfolio Construction for Currency Diversification

18:32 – Misconceptions About Diversification Strategies

20:00 – Concluding Observations on Currency Risk