Is the US Dollar Collapsing? Peter Schiff Issues De-Dollarization Warning as Metals Surge and BRICS Advances
Economist Peter Schiff warns the U.S. dollar is weakening as gold and silver prices surge to record highs, fueling de-dollarization fears. He argues the rally reflects a deteriorating U.S. economy and predicts a major financial crisis in 2026, worse than 2008. While most economists maintain the dollar remains central to global trade, concerns are growing due to the rising influence of the BRICS bloc, which is promoting trade in local currencies and developing a gold-backed digital settlement unit. Analysts note the metals rally may face short-term pullbacks, but central banks bought over 1,100 tons of gold in 2025, the largest increase in 70 years, signaling a gradual shift away from dollar dominance.
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