The Dollar Meltdown

by Goyette, Charles

• ISBN13: 9781591843702
• ISBN10: 1591843707
• Edition: Reprint
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2010-10-26
• Publisher: Portfolio

Summary

The New York Timesbestseller-an investment book for the coming age of high inflation. On the heels of the most recent economic crisis, America is headed toward another: high inflation and dollar devaluation. The signs are clear: Federal debt is compounding while growth has stalled, and America's foreign creditors are questioning the dollar's reserve currency status. Meanwhile, the "hidden" federal debt, much larger than the official debt, makes things even worse. But the good news, according to Charles Goyette, is that those who are prepared can protect themselves-and even profit-in this new era. Drawing on historical examples and a clear, down-to-earth analysis, he explains the importance of gold, silver, and other alternative investments when inflation takes off. He also gives readers the investing tools to protect their savings and capitalize on the opportunities ahead. Savvy readers don't have to be left holding the bag after decades of government irresponsibility.

Author Biography

Charles Goyette, a former radio talk show host in Phoenix, has studied and practiced alternative investing for many years. He frequently appears in the media to discuss the intersection of economics, politics, and investing.

Table of Contents

Preface to the Paperback Edition	p. ix
Where we are
The Day Jim in Scottsdale Figured it All Out-and how the Treasury Secretary Saved Him from the Stock Market Crash!	p. 3
Bailouts: Banking Blunders and Boondoggles	p. 11
Debt: First There is a Mountain...Then There's a Bigger Mountain!	p. 29
How We Got Here
Gold: The Quality of Money	p. 43
Inflation: The Quantity of Money	p. 56
American Money: A Superior Sleight of Hand	p. 71
What Happens Next
How it Comes Down: Likely Scenarios	p. 87
Toppling the Dollar: Your New World Order is Waiting!	p. 107
The Authorities Are in Charge: Or So They Think!	p. 121
What to Do
What to Do: Overview	p. 139
Investing in Gold: Glittering Opportunity	p. 148
Silver: Who Says It's Second Place?	p. 166
Oil: Still Making the World Go Around	p. 177
Real Things: Can't Live Without 'Em	p. 196
Bonds: A Crash Course	p. 211
Alternative Currencies: Worth Mentioning	p. 222
Last Thoughts	p. 230
Information and Resources for Investors	p. 233
Acknowledgments	p. 239
Bibliography	p. 243
Index	p. 247
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