Fallacy of Dollar Losing 90% of Value | Buy at All-Time Highs? | Gold Is More Volatile Than You Think | Fastest New High Post Bear Market Ever

Fallacy of Dollar Losing 90% of Value | Buy at All-Time Highs? | Gold Is More Volatile Than You Think | Fastest New High Post Bear Market Ever

Author: Derek Moore July 7, 2025 Duration: 24:28

Derek Moore looks at some data showing that buying markets at all-time highs isn't so bad. Plus, after years of listening to how the dollar has lost 90% of its value or more, let's set the record straight about whether this is a fallacy or truth. You might be surprised by the data. Then, examine the volatility and drawdowns of gold prices. Yeah, they drawdown more than you'd have thought. Oh, and going long the F1 Movie!

 

Comparing drawdowns in Gold, S&P 500 index, and 5-Year Treasuries over the last 18 years

How to calculate the loss in purchasing power of the U.S. Dollar

Inflation adjusted returns across 3-Month Treasury Bills, S&P 500 Index, and Gold

Comparing putting your money under a mattress vs storing it in 3-month T-bills

Why the dollar has lost almost all its value over time is a lazy statement

Stock market returns after it reaches an all-time high

Time to recover in the S&P 500 Index post a decline of -19% or more

 

Mentioned in this Episode

 

Derek Moore's book Broken Pie Chart https://amzn.to/3S8ADNT

 

Jay Pestrichelli's book Buy and Hedge https://amzn.to/3jQYgMt

 

Derek's book on public speaking Effortless Public Speaking https://amzn.to/3hL1Mag

 

Contact Derek derek.moore@zegainvestments.com 

 

 

 


Derek Moore hosts Broken Pie Chart, a podcast that digs into the practical realities of managing money in a complex world. The name comes from the idea that traditional, rigid models for investing and planning often don't reflect real life. Each episode takes a specific concept-whether it's portfolio construction, market behavior, or preparing for retirement-and breaks it down into straightforward conversation. You'll hear clear explanations of economic trends and financial principles without the jargon, focusing on how these ideas actually impact personal and professional decisions. This isn't about hot stock tips; it's about building a durable understanding of how markets and the economy function. The goal is to provide listeners with a stronger foundation for their own financial choices, making seemingly opaque topics accessible and relevant. Tune in for a thoughtful, grounded perspective that challenges conventional wisdom and simplifies the complicated.
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