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.

The 80% Red Alert: The Bubble No One’s Talking About

U.S. households now hold a record 80% of their wealth in stocks — an all-time high that signals a dangerous concentration. As Alan Hibbard warns, when both stocks and bonds move together, traditional diversification fails. History shows these moments often precede major market resets — and gold may once again prove the ultimate hedge.