How Does the Federal Reserve Actually Create Money? 

Most people assume money is printed at a mint and backed by something real. The truth is stranger. The U.S. dollar is created through debt, multiplied through bank lending, and sustained by collective agreement. Here’s how the system actually works.

87% Dollar Devaluation Since 1971: Why Central Banks Keep Buying Gold 

Since the Nixon Shock in 1971, the U.S. dollar has lost roughly 87% of its purchasing power, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics CPI data. Meanwhile, central banks have been net buyers of gold for 16 consecutive years. Here’s what the data shows — and what individual investors can learn from it.

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 U.S. Government’s Own Numbers Show It’s Insolvent 

The U.S. government’s own financial statements show $6.06 trillion in assets against $47.78 trillion in liabilities. The media missed it. Here’s what it means.

Gold Price Outlook: Fed Holds, PPI Climbs 

Gold fell 3.75% to $4,820 as February PPI surged to 3.4% — double expectations. The Fed held rates at 3.50%–3.75% with no cuts in sight. Here’s what the data says about the gold price outlook and whether this dip is a buying opportunity.

Could the US Revalue Its Gold Reserves to Pay Down Debt? 

The US still values its gold at $42.22 an ounce — a price frozen since the 1970s. Here’s what revaluing those reserves would actually mean, and why the math doesn’t add up the way politicians hope.

Ray Dalio’s Gold Strategy: Why He Recommends 5–15% in Gold 

Ray Dalio calls gold “the safest money” and recommends a 5–15% portfolio allocation. Here’s what his gold investment strategy means for your portfolio and why his view matters more than ever in today’s economic climate.

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.

How Government Debt Affects Gold and Silver

As government debt reaches record levels, gold and silver are emerging as critical hedges against inflation, currency devaluation, and declining confidence in sovereign financial systems. This article breaks down the key mechanisms linking national debt to precious metals prices, explores a decade of historical performance data, and provides actionable portfolio allocation strategies for investors looking to protect their wealth in an era of fiscal excess.