2026-03-09 Debt, Bubbles, and Bullion: Is the Next Financial Shock Closer Than We Think?
About this episode
Dennis Tubbergen and economist Michael Pento discuss the risks in the U.S. financial system, including national debt and market bubbles, while exploring investment strategies during economic uncertainty.
Is the U.S. economy heading toward a major market correction? In this episode of the Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Radio podcast, host Dennis Tubbergen sits down with economist and Midweek Reality Check host Michael Pento to discuss the growing risks in today’s financial system. They break down the massive U.S. national debt, potential bubbles in the stock market, bonds, and real estate, and the role the Federal Reserve plays in driving inflation and monetary policy. The conversation also explores why central banks are buying gold, the outlook for precious metals like gold and silver, and how investors can protect their portfolios during economic uncertainty. Plus, Dennis explains the latest warning from the Congressional Budget Office about Social Security’s projected shortfall and what it could mean for future retirees. This episode is essential listening for anyone interested in economic outlook, investing strategies, inflation, and retirement planning. Michael Pento is the President and Founder of Pento Portfolio Strategies, with more than 27 years of investment experience. He was the portfolio creator and consultant to Delta/Claymore's commodity portfolios that raised more…
People in this episode
Host: Dennis Tubbergen
Guest: Michael Pento
Topics covered
- U.S. economy
- market correction
- national debt
- financial risks
- inflation
- precious metals
- retirement planning
Keywords
- financial shock
- market correction
- inflation
- gold
- Social Security
- investment strategies
- economic outlook
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Pento Portfolio Strategies, Congressional Budget Office
Books & works: The Coming Bond Market Collapse
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