Most investors believe the currency their investments are shown in actually impacts their returns.
But what if that assumption is completely wrong?
In this video, we break down one of the most common misconceptions among expats and global investors. You’ll see why the currency you buy or sell in doesn’t change the real value of your investments and how exchange rates actually work behind the scenes.
We walk through a simple example using identical ETFs listed in different currencies to show what really happens to your money over time.
If you’ve ever worried about USD vs EUR or investing across borders, this will change how you think about it.
Chapters
- 00:00The common currency myth
- 00:28Why this belief can mislead investors
- 01:12Do currencies actually impact investment returns?
- 02:05ETF example (USD vs EUR)
- 03:15What really happens with exchange rates
- 04:20Why both outcomes are identical
- 05:05The “measuring stick” analogy
- 05:30What investors should focus on instead