EP 55: The Swiss Franc, 1798 to 2055 (with Costa Vayenas)

About this episode

Russell Napier and Costa Vayenas discuss the Swiss Franc's history and future implications in the context of global finance.

Join Russell Napier and Costa Vayenas as they explore a currency with a cult following – the Swiss Franc. Costa is author of The Swiss Franc, from 1798 to 2055 – and yes, that's not a typo. The book promises a treasure trove of deep data and insights, and explains how Switzerland manages with an ever-appreciating exchange rate. Looking ahead, it also discusses what long-term bond yield differentials might imply for the Swiss franc against the US dollar, and the importance of jurisdictions for asset values in a world where states and private individuals are shifting to new forms of digital money. Produced by Fraser Allen. www.libraryofmistakes.com

People in this episode

Host: Russell Napier

Guest: Costa Vayenas

Topics covered

• Swiss Franc
• currency history
• investing
• bond yields
• digital money

Keywords

• Swiss Franc
• currency
• bond yield differentials
• digital money
• investing

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: The Swiss Franc, from 1798 to 2055

Places: Switzerland, US dollar

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