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🔴 The Global Monetary Reset Is Here (you don't have much time) | John Polomny

Polomny argues that sanctions on Russia and geopolitical strains could accelerate interest in gold and weaken confidence in the existing monetary order, while the timing and form of any system change remain uncertain. He also points to fiscal pressure and possible currency debasement as reasons investors and governments may favor hard assets. In markets, the discussion highlights reported bond losses, tight oil and diesel supplies, and investment opportunities and risks across energy and resource-producing regions.

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Polomny links Russia’s removal from SWIFT to countries reassessing reliance on the existing monetary system and increasing interest in gold, while describing gold as a reserve asset already being used in many countries. He also cites Judy Shelton’s description of China accumulating gold to underpin a BRICS settlement currency, though the speakers are uncertain whether a competing US proposal could come first.

Polomny argues that persistent US overspending could lead to debt monetization and currency debasement, prompting governments and central banks to shift capital toward hard assets. He expects a monetary-system change but says its timing and form are uncertain, with possibilities including gold or other hard assets, stablecoins, and Bitcoin; he also frames the shift against what he sees as declining confidence in the US reserve-currency system.

Polomny warns that a likely US geopolitical defeat in the Middle East could undermine the petrodollar, arguing that regional kingdoms may question US protection and its ability to keep sea lanes open. He also says Houthi missile attacks have reached Riyadh and shut the international airport, while arguing that outside powers will not send troops into the mountains to fight the Houthis.

Polomny says global diesel supply fell 10–15% after Gulf refineries were damaged or taken offline, with demand remaining and prices reaching $10–$12 per gallon in some European countries. He also describes Iranian oil and refined products moving to Russia via the Caspian Sea and rail, arguing that Russia can resell discounted products at higher prices; the speakers say some diesel in the Russian deal is Iranian and indirectly funds Iran.

GEO-POLITICS

SWIFT Fallout — Polomny argues that removing Russia from the SWIFT system sent a signal that led other countries to reconsider reliance on the existing monetary system and increased interest in gold as a reserve asset.

“especially since this ill devised plan to take a major country out of the swift system i.e. Russia…”—

BRICS Currency — Polomny says Judy Shelton had described China as accumulating gold to underpin a BRICS settlement currency. The speakers were uncertain whether a competing US proposal could be introduced first.

“But she basically talked about how China was pretty much already kind of doing this with the bricks by gobbling up all the gold to underpin a settlement currency and…”—

Petrodollar Risk — Polomny argues that a likely US geopolitical defeat in the Middle East could undermine the petrodollar system. He links the risk to regional kingdoms’ reliance on the United States and what he views as its inability to protect them or keep sea lanes open.

“It's just not…”—

ECONOMY

Gold's Reserve Role — Polomny says gold is being remonetized and used as a reserve asset in many countries, regardless of US policy. He notes that central banks once held up to 70% of their reserves in gold, and says the gold standard worked across many countries and situations for 5,000 years.

“because I think, you know, no matter what, I think what I have said for a while is regardless of what the United States does, you see that the remonetization…”—

Fiscal Debasement — Polomny argues that the US’s unsustainable fiscal path could lead to monetization and currency debasement. Persistent overspending may prompt central banks and governments to let government debt run off and move capital into hard assets to protect against declines in dollar or euro value.

“there are a lot of stupid people in our governing class, but a lot of people around the world are not stupid and they see the path which we've talked…”—

MARKETS

Treasury Losses — The host says investors are beginning to dump bonds and that bonds have lost over half their value since 2020, citing TLT, the 20-year Treasury bond ETF.

“We've hit an inflection point. And it looks like this thing is ready to go parabolic. And as a result, investors are beginning to dump bonds…”—

Diesel Shortfall — Polomny says diesel supply fell by 10–15% worldwide after Gulf refineries were damaged or taken offline, while demand remained. He also says diesel cost $10 or $12 per gallon in various European countries.

“I mean, so diesel supply went down by what 10 15% worldwide. Diesel's fungible…”—

Iranian Oil Trade — Polomny says Iran is exporting oil and refined products to Russia through the Caspian Sea and rail networks. He argues Russia can buy discounted Iranian products and resell them at higher prices on the world market.

“Mr. President, what about the Caspian corridor, which has been ramped up by the Iranians? They're exporting oil and refined products into Russia visav the Caspian Sea and rail networks.”—

FORECASTS

UK Revaluation — Polomny says the UK looks very cheap but is not yet a market where he would invest. He argues that a shift from poor conditions to merely less poor conditions could change perceptions, leading to a revaluation and substantial returns.

“I mean, I look at a place like the UK, it's on my it's very very cheap. Is it time to dip a toe in? No…”—

Shelton And Monetary Reset

Polomny sees Judy Shelton’s appointment as a signal of interest in monetary reform and argues that fiscal strain could eventually push the system toward gold or other hard assets, though timing and mechanics remain uncertain.

Gold-Backed Digital Currency

The speakers consider whether the United States could develop a gold-linked digital currency to compete with BRICS initiatives, while Polomny says the dollar-centered order faces mounting geopolitical and fiscal pressure.

Russia, Ukraine, And Diesel

The host introduces a reported diesel arrangement involving Russia and Ukraine, and Polomny argues that the conflict and energy disruptions are worsening while the proposed deal is unlikely to change the war’s direction.

Ukraine War Endgame

Polomny contends that Ukraine is losing ground and infrastructure, questions the prospects for continued Western support, and predicts that the conflict is approaching an endgame.

Iran Conflict And Energy

Polomny criticizes U.S. policy toward Iran and argues that disrupted oil and refining flows, including Iranian supplies reaching Russia, expose contradictions in the administration’s approach.

Middle East Security Risks

Polomny questions whether the United States can protect Gulf partners and shipping routes, highlighting regional instability, the Houthis, and the vulnerabilities of oil-dependent economies.

Europe And Russia Escalation

In response to the host’s question about drafts and escalation, Polomny argues that Europe lacks public support, fuel, and military capacity for a war with Russia, while political leaders remain committed to confrontation.

South America Investment Case

Polomny says geopolitical turmoil can create investment opportunities and points to South American energy, mining, and agricultural assets as potential beneficiaries of political and economic change.

African Growth Opportunities

Polomny describes selective opportunities in African countries, especially businesses supporting agriculture, refining, telecom infrastructure, and other basic services, while stressing the importance of assessing each country individually.

Energy Market Opportunities

Polomny urges investors to focus on opportunities created by policy mistakes, citing Valero and tanker stocks as examples of energy-market moves while cautioning that some gains may already have occurred.

Closing Remarks

The host thanks Polomny, invites viewers to engage with the video, and closes the episode.

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