2025-12-21  Economic Forecast: Dollar Devaluation, Rising Rates, and the Reality Behind Inflation

2025-12-21 Economic Forecast: Dollar Devaluation, Rising Rates, and the Reality Behind Inflation

Author: Dennis Tubbergen December 20, 2025 Duration: 24:41
As 2025 comes to a close, host Dennis Tubbergen delivers a clear-eyed and provocative economic forecast for 2026. In this episode of RLA Radio, Dennis explains why ongoing U.S. dollar devaluation is inevitable, how massive government debt refinancing will pressure the Federal Reserve to resume easy-money policies, and why interest rates may continue rising despite Fed rate cuts. He explores the growing divide between two U.S. economies, challenges official inflation metrics using real-world cost comparisons, and outlines why inflation in nominal terms may mask deflation in real terms when assets are priced in gold. Dennis also warns of an increasingly stagflationary environment ahead and shares what investors should consider as the economy moves into a critical turning point in 2026. Dennis Tubbergen has been working in the financial services industry for over thirty years. He is the CEO of PLP Advisors, a registered investment advisory company, and the host of Retirement Lifestyle Advocates radio. Dennis has authored numerous books for financial advisors and consumers, five of which have been #1 best-sellers on Amazon. You can get a free copy of this month’s Special Report titled “2026 Investing and Economic Outlook” at www.RequestYourReport.com. For more information about Retirement Lifestyle Advocates and more free resources, please visit www.RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com.

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Hosted by best-selling author and syndicated radio host Dennis Tubbergen, Retirement Lifestyle Advocates provides a steady, analytical voice for anyone thinking about their financial future. This isn't about hype or fear; it's a grounded look at the economic currents, market cycles, and monetary policies that directly impact long-term security and planning. Dennis breaks down complex financial news into understandable segments, focusing on what these shifts mean for your personal strategy rather than just the day's headlines. You'll hear detailed commentary and conversations with economists, investment professionals, and policy experts, all aimed at building a practical understanding of how to protect and grow wealth through uncertain times. Tuning into this podcast feels like getting a direct briefing from a seasoned guide who cuts through the noise. The discussions are built on a foundation of decades of experience, offering a perspective that values prudence and evidence over speculation. Whether you're actively managing your portfolio or simply want to comprehend the larger forces at play, the analysis here is designed to provide clarity and actionable context. It’s for those who believe a secure retirement is built on knowledge, not chance, and who appreciate a deep dive into the mechanics of money, markets, and the economy.
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2024-03-03 Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio w/ Michael Pento [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:17
Retirement Lifestyle Advocates radio host Dennis Tubbergen speaks with Michael Pento, founder and president of Pento Portfolio Strategies, this week about the current state of the stock market and the potential implicati…
2024-02-18 Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio w/ Mark Jeftovic [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:48
This week on Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio, your host, Dennis Tubbergen, talks and discusses the current state of the Federal Reserve and the potential for rate cuts in 2024 with guest Mark Jeftovic. He believes t…
2024-02-11 Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio w/ John Rubino [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:50
Your host, Dennis Tubbergen, speaks with John Rubino on this episode of Retirement Lifestyle Advocates radio about the state of the US economy and the potential for a financial crisis. Rubino discusses the emergence of w…
2024-02-04 Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio w/ Karl Denninger [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:31
Karl Denninger, a writer and analyst, joins your host, Dennis Tubbergen, this week on Retirement Lifestyle Advocates radio to discuss the current state of the stock market and the potential for a recession. He questions…
2024-01-21 Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio w/ Murray Gunn [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:57
Murray Gunn, the head of global research at Elliott Wave International, joins your host, Dennis Tubbergen, today on Retirement Lifestyle Advocates radio. Mr. Gunn explains the concept of Elliott wave analysis, which is a…
2024-01-14 Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio w/ Michael Oliver [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:49
Michael Oliver, the founder of Momentum Structural Analysis, joins your host, Dennis Tubbergen, for this episode of Retirement Lifestyle Advocates to discuss his unique approach to analyzing markets and his predictions f…
2023-12-31 Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio w/ Selwyn Duke [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:39
In this Retirement Lifestyle Advocates radio episode, your host, Dennis Tubbergen, speaks with Selwyn Duke, a journalist and commentator, about the attacks on Western civilization. Duke argues that Western civilization i…
2023-12-24 Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio w/ Dr. Robert McHugh [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:52
Your host, Dennis Tubbergen, speaks with Dr. Bob McHugh, a technical analyst, about his concerns regarding the current state of the economy and markets. McHugh highlights five fundamental economic points that suggest a p…
2023-12-17 Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio w/ Alasdair Macleod [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:30
This week’s edition of Retirement Lifestyle Advocates radio features an interview with Alasdair McLeod, the head of research at GoldMoney. Your host, Dennis Tubbergen, talks with McLeod about the potential impact of the…