America’s Credit Downgrade: What It Means for Gold

Brandon Sauerwein, Editor

It was once unthinkable: the United States, long seen as the bedrock of global financial stability, no longer has a perfect credit rating.

This week, Moody’s downgraded the U.S. government’s credit rating — joining S&P in 2011 and Fitch in 2023. One downgrade might be shrugged off. Three? That’s a trend. And it’s not headed in the right direction.

This isn’t just about America’s reputation on the world stage — it has real-world consequences for all of us. A weaker credit rating means higher borrowing costs across the board, from credit cards and auto loans to mortgages and national debt. For households already stretched thin, this adds more pressure — and could further slow an already fragile economy.

As faith in U.S. debt weakens, investors are shifting to assets with no counterparty risk. And time and again, that flight to safety leads to gold and silver.

Now is the moment to position yourself wisely — before the next headline hits.

Why Selling Gold Now Could Be a Costly Mistake

With gold hitting new all-time highs in 2025, it’s tempting to take profits. But according to precious metals expert Alan Hibbard, that move could backfire.

In a recent interview on One America News, Alan makes a compelling case that the biggest move in gold may still be ahead — and that selling now could mean leaving serious gains on the table.

In just 10 minutes, Alan unpacks: 

• How gold has quietly outperformed the S&P 500 over the long haul
• Why conventional “balanced” portfolios may be on shakier ground than most realize
• And why Bitcoin may increasingly serve as a digital complement to gold 

If you’re thinking about timing the market, watch this first. 

Mike Maloney’s Exit Strategy: It’s Not What You Think

Mike Maloney has spent decades helping people preserve their wealth with precious metals. But in his latest video, he opens up about something different — his personal exit strategy from gold and silver.

And it might not be what you expect.

Rather than converting metals back into fiat currency, Mike is planning to rotate into real, tangible assets that align with his values, future outlook, and personal freedom.

In this behind-the-scenes look at his thinking, Mike shares: 

• The key indicators he’s watching to time his exit
• Why silver may still outperform gold
• How he’s using 22 economic signals to guide his strategy
• And why he’s investing in a sustainable farm in Puerto Rico—along with updates on Rebel Capitalist Live and his upcoming Freedom Farms event 

If you’re holding metals, this is Mike’s blueprint on what to do next.

What Else is in the News?

📈 Gold Edges Higher on Dollar Weakness & Fiscal Jitters
Gold climbed to a one-week high this week as the U.S. dollar softened and investor concerns about America’s fiscal path grew louder. Ongoing debt debates in Washington and speculation around potential tax cuts are raising eyebrows among global markets. These developments are pushing more investors toward gold as a hedge against instability. Spot prices hovered above $3,300 as traders await further signals from the Fed.

🏠 Consumer Sentiment Drops as Inflation Fears Resurface
U.S. consumer confidence fell sharply in May, with households bracing for a potential resurgence in inflation. At the same time, new housing starts and building permits declined, signaling a slowdown in the real estate market. Combined with persistent economic uncertainty and elevated borrowing costs, these trends are fueling broader concern about a softening economy. For many investors, gold remains a safe place to ride out the turbulence.

💸 Investors Sound Alarms Over U.S. Debt
America’s ballooning debt burden is finally catching up with it — at least in the eyes of bond market watchers. Yields are rising, investors are demanding more compensation to hold Treasurys, and concerns about long-term deficits are becoming harder to ignore. Moody’s recent downgrade of the U.S. credit rating only adds fuel to the fire. As borrowing costs climb and debt service becomes more expensive, the appeal of hard assets like gold and silver continues to grow.

💵 David Einhorn Warns Gold Is Up — And the Dollar Is the Problem
Famed hedge fund manager David Einhorn says gold’s surge isn’t just about inflation — it’s about confidence. Or rather, the lack of it. He points to the growing U.S. budget deficit and mounting distrust in government financial policy as the real drivers of gold demand. Einhorn says investors are increasingly uneasy about the future of the dollar — and gold is becoming the go-to alternative.

🪙 Gold Is The “Anti-Dollar,” says Strategist 
According to Steve Sosnick of Interactive Brokers, gold’s rising popularity is no accident — it’s a reflection of eroding trust in the dollar itself. With ongoing fiscal dysfunction and political gridlock, investors are turning to gold as a hedge against potential currency devaluation. Sosnick calls gold the “anti-dollar,” pointing to its long-standing role as a stable store of value when fiat currencies stumble. With gold prices holding strong, his comments echo what many in the precious metals space have long believed. 

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