The Julia La Roche Show

#266 Rick Rule: '10 Years of Reckoning' Ahead - Why Gold Could Hit $10,000

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Jun 17, 2025
Rick Rule, President and CEO of Rule Investment Media, shares dire predictions for the U.S. economy. He warns that the dollar could lose 75% of its purchasing power in the next decade, likening it to the 1970s crisis. Rule suggests that inflation is the only way to address unsustainable government debt. He discusses why gold could soar to $10,000 and emphasizes the importance of responsible financial planning. Also, he critiques the Trump presidency and presents uranium as a promising investment while urging listeners to prepare for the upcoming economic changes.
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US Dollar's 75% Purchasing Power Drop

  • The purchasing power of the US dollar is likely to decline by 75% over the next decade, similar to the 1970s.
  • This decline is driven by massive government liabilities outpacing private wealth, necessitating inflation to manage the debt.
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CPI Understates Real Inflation

  • The official Consumer Price Index (CPI) understates true inflation due to hedonistic adjustments and exclusion of taxes.
  • Real inflation felt by people is much higher, impacting purchasing power beyond official figures.
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Gold Reflects Dollar’s Decline

  • Gold’s price tends to move with fears about the US dollar’s purchasing power.
  • If the dollar loses 75%, gold could potentially triple or quadruple in price over the next decade.
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