20 August 2013

James Rickards discusses Currency Wars

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James Rickards, author of Currency Wars: The Making of the Next Global Crisis, is a counselor and investment adviser who has been monitoring the international monetary system’s conflicts as they unfold. According to Rickards, capital markets have seen two global currency wars play out within the last hundred years, and a third war is currently being waged.

In this video, Rickards names the perpetrators and victims in the latest round of currency wars. He also identifies two forms of money — one very old, and one very new — that will influence the future of the international monetary system:

Rickards will deliver the closing address of the Sixth Annual CFA Institute European Investment Conference. Register now to hear his presentation in London, and follow this blog for more news and updates about the event.

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Tags: Currency Wars, International Monetary System, James Rickards

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Peter M.J. Gross

Peter M.J. Gross was an online content specialist for CFA Institute, where he managed blogs for the CFA Institute Annual Conference, European Investment Conference, and Middle East Investment Conference. Previously, he worked at Hampton Roads Publishing Company and at MFS Investment Management. Mr. Gross' articles have been published by Enterprising Investor, City A.M., Seeking Alpha, and The Hook, and his work has been highlighted by Real Clear Markets. He holds a BA degree from Connecticut College.