With U.S. debt soaring past $37 trillion, some experts are exploring whether gold could play a role in stabilizing the economy. Currently, America’s gold reserves are officially valued at just $42/oz., a price set in the 1970s. With gold market prices now reaching over $3,000/oz., revaluing U.S. gold reserves could significantly increase their reported dollar value and may allow the U.S. Treasury to unlock trillions of dollars in new financial flexibility.
“We’re going to monetize the asset side of the U.S. balance sheet for the American people.”
—Scott Bessent, Treasury Secretary
Could this strategy help ease America’s financial burden, or would revaluing America’s gold reserves create even bigger economic risks?
Watch this video for exclusive insights on this topic from U.S. Money Reserve’s Director of Education, Brad Chastain.
Related headlines from around the web:
- Forbes: “Is It Time For The U.S. To Revalue Its Gold Reserves?”
- Bloomberg: “Wall Street Talk of Revaluing US Gold Is Drawing Attention — and Skepticism“
- Reuters: “Gold pops above $3,000/oz for first time in historic safe-haven rally“
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Widespread market forces like central bank demand, geopolitical tensions, and monetary policy may continue to drive gold prices higher. Gold has also historically been used as a hedge against economic uncertainty and market turbulence. Now may be the perfect time to add wealth protection to your portfolio in the form of physical gold.
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