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How Gold Once Balanced the World’s Economies — And Why It Matters Now
For most of recorded history, trade between nations was governed not by policy meetings or central bank coordination — but by gold. Here’s how the gold standard’s built-in correction mechanism worked, and what its absence means for the $102 trillion in global public debt recorded as of 2024.
Gold During the 1929 Crash: What History Tells Us
When the Dow lost 89.2% between 1929 and 1932, gold preserved its purchasing power. Across every major crisis since — 2000, 2008, 2020 — the same pattern held. Here’s what the historical record says about gold during a stock market crash, and what investors did differently.
What Happens to a Country When Its Currency Collapses?
When governments debase their currency, the economic fallout is only half the story. History shows a darker pattern: monetary collapse wipes out the middle class, fear fills the vacuum, and dictators rise. Mike Maloney traces this thread from Weimar Germany to today.
What Is the Gold Standard? A Complete History From 1873 to Today
The history of the gold standard is a 140-year story of broken promises — from gold-backed currency to the 1971 Nixon shock that made every currency on earth fiat overnight. Here’s what it means for your money.
The Seven Stages of Empire: Why Every Great Currency Eventually Collapses
Every great empire follows the same arc: sound money, public works, military expansion, war, debasement, loss of faith, collapse. Mike Maloney’s Seven Stages of Empire framework explains why currencies fail — and what history says comes next.
How Gold Performs in Recessions: What History Tells Us
Gold has a centuries-long reputation as a safe haven during economic turmoil — but does the historical data back it up? From the Great Depression to the 2008 financial crisis and the COVID-19 recession, gold has consistently preserved wealth when equity markets faltered. This article examines the data behind gold’s recession performance, compares it against stocks across major downturns, and explains what history tells us about using gold as a portfolio hedge before the next recession arrives.
Gold vs Inflation: What 100 Years of Data Shows
Gold has outlasted every currency it has ever been compared to. But does 100 years of data actually prove it’s a reliable inflation hedge? We break down the key periods — from the Nixon Shock to the 2024 all-time highs — to show exactly when gold shines, when it struggles, and what that means for your portfolio today.
How to Buy Gold: A Beginner’s Guide for Investors
Wondering how to buy gold in today’s volatile market? Gold and silver are climbing again as inflation, war-driven supply shocks, and economic uncertainty push investors toward precious metals for protection.
The History of Currency Debasement: What Rome Teaches Us About Money Today
From ancient Rome to Nixon’s 1971 gold shock, the history of currency debasement follows a predictable pattern. Understanding it is one of the most valuable things a long-term investor can do.
Gold at $10,000? Monetary Breadcrumbs Point to a Global Reset
Gold at $10,000 may sound extreme—but according to Mike Maloney, it’s not speculation. It’s math, history, and monetary policy converging as signs of a global reset quietly emerge.
