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January 5, 2026

Signs of Reverse Carry Trade Unwinding

A viewer asked: What are the first signs of the verse carry trade that you'll be watching for? This recording is Jake Claver's answer, in full and unedited.

What this recording covers

Claver identifies the primary economic indicators signaling the potential unwinding of the global reverse carry trade. Rather than focusing on domestic energy production in the United States, Claver explains that the critical catalyst involves energy market pressures affecting Japan. He notes that domestic initiatives, such as expanded drilling in Alaska, may bolster energy independence in the United States without mitigating international pressures. According to Claver, the decisive factor is how energy import costs denominated in Japanese currency impact Japan's broader economy. Whether driven by maritime shipping disruptions, altered trade routes, or geopolitical events, increased energy import expenses could force a macroeconomic chain reaction. Claver explains that this pressure on the Japanese financial system serves as the pivotal trigger for widespread adjustments across interconnected international markets.

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