Expect Run To Gold, Not Dollars, In Coming Crisis | Matthew Piepenberg
Expect Run To Gold, Not Dollars, In Coming Crisis | Matthew Piepenberg
Liberty and Finance: 10-25-2025
Matthew Piepenburg of Von Greyerz joins Elijah K. Johnson to explain why the world is preparing for a very different kind of crisis than 2008.
Piepenburg argues that the next “uh-oh moment” in markets won’t trigger a flight to U.S. Treasuries or the dollar—but rather to gold. He contrasts views from analysts like Brent Johnson, explaining why even with a stronger DXY, gold could still rise.
Piepenburg also warns against waiting for the perfect entry point, saying long-term investors should focus on wealth preservation, not short-term price moves.
The ground beneath our global economy is shifting. Whispers of a looming market correction or even a full-blown credit crisis are growing louder, prompting investors to re-evaluate their traditional safe havens.
In a recent insightful discussion hosted by Elijah K. Johnson of Liberty and Finance, Matthew Piepenberg of Von Greer’s Gold offered a compelling perspective on the future of precious metals, particularly gold and silver, in this evolving landscape.
Piepenberg’s core message is clear: we are witnessing a secular bull market in gold, a long-term trend that remains firmly intact despite any short-term price volatility. He urges investors to shift their mindset, viewing gold not as a speculative commodity to be traded on daily swings, but as a strategic store of value, an asset to be held for decades, akin to a generational inheritance of wealth.
The macroeconomic forces at play are undeniable and paint a picture that strongly favors precious metals. Soaring US debt levels, the relentless debasement of fiat currencies, and a world increasingly navigating geopolitical complexities are collectively fueling a historic pivot towards gold. The traditional safe havens – the US dollar and treasury bonds – are facing unprecedented scrutiny.
A central theme of the discussion is the erosion of the US dollar’s purchasing power. Piepenberg highlights a growing global sentiment for a move away from the dollar and towards gold. This isn’t just theoretical; it’s evidenced by the significant accumulation of gold reserves by central banks worldwide. Furthermore, the very idea of gold-backed US treasury securities is now being openly discussed, a stark indicator of the shifting monetary paradigms.
The conversation even delved into the possibility of a gold revaluation by the US Treasury. Such a move, which would significantly increase the official price of gold, could be a strategy to grapple with the nation’s mounting debt. While speculative, it underlines the growing recognition of gold’s intrinsic monetary value.
The “exorbitant privilege” the US dollar has enjoyed as the world’s reserve currency is now under a microscope. Piepenberg points out its paradoxical effects, contributing to chronic trade deficits and the offshoring of manufacturing. As this privilege wanes, a multipolar global currency system is emerging, and gold is poised to play a pivotal role within it.
This raises a critical question for investors: will the US dollar and treasuries truly remain safe havens in the face of future crises? Piepenberg argues that while they may have served this purpose in the past, gold is increasingly becoming the preferred refuge for those seeking genuine security.
For those looking to navigate these turbulent economic waters, Piepenberg offers practical advice: focus on the long-term preservation of wealth. This means prioritizing physical precious metals and measuring your financial success not in the fluctuating units of fiat currency, but in the tangible ounces and grams of gold and silver.
He encourages investors to educate themselves about the historical cycles of currency debasement and to understand the unique, time-tested attributes of gold as a monetary asset. In an era of unprecedented economic uncertainty, understanding the power and potential of precious metals is not just prudent, it’s essential for safeguarding your financial future.
INTERVIEW TIMELINE:
0:00 Intro
1:30 Gold update
18:29 Reindustrialization
24:00 Gold is now #1 safe haven