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The 1970s Gold & Silver Bull Run: Causes, Returns, and Lessons for Investors
The 1970s gold and silver bull run remains one of the most dramatic wealth events of the 20th century. Gold rose 2,300%. Silver gained 400% in a single year. Understanding what drove that decade-long move — and what finally ended it — gives modern investors a precise framework for reading today’s precious metals market.
Why Fiat Currencies Fail — And Why Gold Still Wins
Every fiat currency ever created has eventually failed — no exceptions. Mike Maloney explains the pattern, why 1971 changed everything, and what it means for investors who want to protect their wealth with gold and silver.
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 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.
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.
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.
