Financial educator and author Robert Kiyosaki has issued a stark warning to global investors. In a recent post on X, he urged followers to prepare for a “giant crash” in the stock market, a scenario he predicted years ago in his book Rich Dad’s Prophecy. According to Kiyosaki, those who invested in real gold, silver, Bitcoin, and Ethereum could see unprecedented gains, while unprepared investors may face heavy losses.
Kiyosaki's “Buy the Panic” Strategy
“I will be buying more Bitcoin as people panic and sell into the coming crash,” Kiyosaki wrote, emphasizing a contrarian approach of buying during fear-driven sell-offs. However, last week he also announced that he had already sold some of his Bitcoin and gold. He stopped buying silver at $60, Bitcoin at $6,000, and gold at $300, and plans to re-enter once prices drop. “Your profit is made when you buy… not when you sell,” he said. The announcement drew mixed reactions on X, with some followers expressing displeasure.
Market Volatility and Uncertainty
Investor sentiment remains weak amid prevailing market uncertainty. Bitcoin, gold, and silver have been highly volatile in recent weeks. Silver, for instance, jumped to $121 in January 2026 but then corrected by more than 45% within a week. Kiyosaki's strategy aligns with the contrarian principle that has historically contributed to strong crypto market recoveries. His views on scarcity also mirror Bitcoin's fixed supply, which is nearing the 21 million cap.
US Debt and Safe-Haven Assets
Kiyosaki expressed concerns about the US economy, pointing out that national debt has already surpassed $38 trillion. His view supports the idea that investors are increasingly seeking unconventional assets such as crypto and precious metals to preserve value. As economic risks grow, these alternative stores of value gain traction.