2026-04-20 Debt, Demographics & the Coming Reset: Are Markets Headed for a Reckoning?

2026-04-20 Debt, Demographics & the Coming Reset: Are Markets Headed for a Reckoning?

Author: Dennis Tubbergen April 20, 2026 Duration: 36:19
Is a market crash coming? In this episode, Dennis Tubergen interviews economist Harry Dent about rising private debt, recession risks, and the future of the U.S. economy. Discover how demographic trends, government stimulus, and overvalued stocks could impact your retirement, investments, IRA, and 401(k). Discover: •Why private sector debt may trigger the next financial crisis •Whether a recession or depression is likely •Stock market outlook and valuation risks •Inflation vs. deflation: what’s coming next •Strategies to protect your wealth in uncertain times Perfect for listeners interested in investing, retirement planning, economic forecasts, and financial risk management. Harry Dent is internationally recognized for the accuracy of his economic forecasts and is the author of the #1 best-selling book, Zero Hour. He’s appeared on “Good Morning America,” PBS, CNBC, CNN, and Fox News. He’s been featured in Barron’s, Investor’s Business Daily, Entrepreneur, Fortune, Success, U.S. News and, World Report, Business Week, The Wall Street Journal, American Demographics and Omni. He is a regular guest on Fox Business’s “America’s Nightly Scorecard.” To learn more about Harry Dent and subscribe to his free newsletter, please visit https://harrydent.com/. To learn more about Retirement Lifestyle Advocates, please visit our website at www.RetirementLifestyleAdvocates.com.

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