Source: Palisade Radio | Date: January 16, 2026

Key Takeaways

War cycle accelerating due to geopolitical tensions, with Trump potentially striking Iran on weekends when markets are closed
US economy heading toward "greatest depression" rather than great depression, driven by unsustainable debt and economic policies
China will dominate the 21st century through AI leadership and infrastructure investment, while US focuses on military spending
Lower interest rates will weaken the dollar and drive precious metals higher due to geopolitical instability
Digital currencies and potential gold price manipulation may be used to artificially address mounting US debt crisis

Market Views

Equity Markets: Dot-com bust 2.0 coming this year, similar to his 1999 prediction that materialized in Q2 2000
Oil: Brent crude will spike above $100/barrel if US-Israel attack Iran, crashing global economy
Interest Rates: Trump will pressure Powell to lower rates to prop up economy, weakening dollar further
Gold: Could theoretically be at $67,000/ounce without cryptocurrency competition; potential government revaluation to $10,000/ounce

Gold & Silver: Primary beneficiaries of geopolitical unrest and dollar debasement
Bitcoin: Strong endorsement due to Trump family involvement; currently around $97,000, supported by over $100M in crypto industry donations
Oil/Energy: Focus on Iran's strategic importance and Strait of Hormuz chokepoint
Defense Stocks: Rose on Trump's announcement of additional $500B military spending after initially falling on budget cut promises

"When all else fails, they take you to war"
"The 20th century was the American century. The 21st century is going to be the Chinese century. The business of America's war. The business of China's business."

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