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US dollar reserve shift may be less widespread than headline figures suggest, NY Fed study finds
Economic Times 1 hr ago·7 Sept 2026, 2:56 pm
A recent study by the New York Federal Reserve suggests that the widely reported decline in the US dollar's share of global foreign exchange reserves may be overstated. While headlines often highlight a broad trend away from the dollar, the research indicates that the drop is largely concentrated among a handful of specific nations. For the vast majority of central banks, the dollar remains the dominant choice for holding reserves, meaning the shift is not as universal as it might seem.
This finding is significant for investors as it challenges the narrative of a rapid, systemic decline in the dollar's global influence. It implies that the US currency's status as a safe-haven asset remains robust for the majority of the world. While geopolitical tensions and trade dynamics continue to influence reserve management, the data suggests that a broad-based de-dollarization is not currently taking place across the global economy.
Moving forward, investors should monitor the specific actions of major reserve holders rather than assuming a uniform trend. The focus should be on how individual countries manage their liquidity needs and trade relationships. A deeper look at the data from major central banks will provide a clearer picture of the actual pace and scale of any currency diversification efforts.
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