What if every dollar, euro, yen, and peso disappeared overnight, replaced by a single global currency? In this video, economist Enric Alcaraz Roma (Sorbonne graduate) explores the extraordinary scenario of “The ALCAR,” a one-world currency that would serve as the sole money for all humanity. We dive into how a unified currency could eliminate exchange rate hassles and currency risk, making international trade frictionless and travel as simple as crossing state lines. Imagine no more painful currency conversions or fear of hyperinflation wiping out your savings – financial crises like Zimbabwe’s inflation or Argentina’s devaluations could become a thing of the past. Proponents argue a global currency might even save hundreds of billions in transaction costs (by removing forex fees) and boost global business by leveling the playing field. With no single country (like the US with the dollar) having an unfair advantage in trade, it promises a fairer global economy and perhaps even closer cooperation between nations.
However, this video also uncovers the nightmare behind the dream. Adopting one currency means every nation surrenders control of its monetary policy to a global authority. Governments could no longer set interest rates, print money in a crisis, or devalue their currency to respond to local economic troubles. Economic sovereignty would be lost. We examine real examples like the Eurozone: when Greece’s economy collapsed in 2010, being locked into the euro meant it couldn’t devalue or independently stimulate its economy, worsening the crisis. Now picture that on a worldwide scale – a single central bank (the imagined “Global Alcaraz Reserve”) making one-size-fits-all decisions for 195 diverse countries. Rich, powerful countries could end up dominating the rules, sidelining smaller nations’ needs. What was meant to reduce inequality might create new inequalities if policy favors the big economies.
Worse, without separate currencies acting as firewalls, a financial shock in one country could spread everywhere like wildfire. Today, if one nation’s banks fail or inflation soars, other countries can sometimes isolate themselves or adjust exchange rates. Under a single currency, there’s no buffer – a banking failure in one place could trigger a global meltdown. The video also discusses how a one-world currency would force unprecedented coordination in taxes, budgets, and banking rules. Every country would need to agree on fiscal policies, or risk chaos. And that’s a huge ask – as Enric points out, nations can hardly agree on issues like climate or human rights; expecting worldwide agreement on money (the core of national power) is almost unimaginable. Trust in a global central bank would have to be sky-high, and international cooperation tighter than ever before – conditions far from today’s reality.
Watch now to discover why the idea of one world currency is both wildly compelling and deeply perilous. Could the ALCAR really solve currency crises and unite the globe, or would it create an economic catastrophe? Join us as we break down this global money debate with facts, history, and expert insight. Whether you’re a finance geek or just curious about the future of money, this video offers an authoritative yet accessible take on the biggest economic “what if” of our time.
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ABOUT ME:
My name is Enric Alcaraz Roma. I am 21 years old, an economist graduated from the Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne, and deeply passionate about entrepreneurship, financial education, and creating impactful content.
From a young age, I developed a keen interest in financial markets and trading. My experience as a CFD trader has allowed me to specialize in strategies such as the Smart Money Concept, while constantly seeking innovation and adapting new methodologies. I am currently exploring trading automation through bots to optimize results and enhance risk management.
My education and life in different cities, such as Paris and Barcelona, have shaped my entrepreneurial vision and adaptability to multicultural environments. This journey has also inspired me to learn languages like French, Italian, English, Catalan, and Spanish, which I actively use as tools in my projects and professional life.
Currently, I am working on launching a YouTube channel, where I share my knowledge in finance and economics, approaching them from an educational yet entertaining perspective. My goal is to reach 1 million subscribers within two years, creating content in multiple languages to connect with a global audience.
My philosophy is to give you all my knowledge, through effort and qualities I apply to my personal and professional life. I want to help you in exchange of your likes ;)
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