Robert Kiyosaki warns that the global economy is heading for a crash in 2026. The author of the book "Rich Dad Poor Dad" says that silver is one of the best investment assets currently available.
This veteran investor sees the upcoming recession as an opportunity for those who are prepared. He emphasizes that silver is a real asset that fiat currency cannot replace.
Why does Kiyosaki predict the economy will collapse in 2026?
Kiyosaki has repeatedly warned about this issue on Twitter in recent months, linking it to his 2002 book, "The Rich Dad's Prophecies." He argues that the wealth bubble he spoke of decades ago (" Everything Bubble ") is now deflating.
He attributed the $39 trillion in US public debt and the weakening of the dollar since 1974 to the financial difficulties of the baby boomer generation. Additionally, he pointed to the weak retirement accounts of the baby boomer generation, which further increased the risks to the system.
Kiyosaki stated that during previous economic downturns in 1987, 2000, 2008, and 2022, he became even wealthier by holding real assets. He plans to continue applying this strategy in 2026.
“In 2026, the global economy will collapse. That’s good news for those with foresight. But it’s bad news for those who don’t see it,” Kiyosaki stated .
However, mainstream forecasting organizations do not assess this event as serious enough to be a Great Depression. Most organizations still forecast stable global economic growth until 2026, but also note risks such as public debt and geopolitical tensions.
Why did he choose silver as his number one investment?
Kiyosaki Chia that he started accumulating silver in 1965 when he was just 18 years old, a time when the price of silver was only in cents. Currently, he XEM silver as both a hedge against currency risks and an indispensable metal for industry.
Silver is currently used in the production of solar cells, electric vehicles, storage batteries, and artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure. The spot price of silver has now surpassed $85 per ounce after a year of strong gains.
Silver (XAG) price fluctuations. Source: TradingViewPreviously, Kiyosaki had stated that the price of silver could reach $200 by 2026. He argued that physical silver is a reasonable option for small-scale investors to begin their investment journey.
The fundamental factors also partly support his view. The silver market has experienced six consecutive years of supply shortages. Industrial demand currently accounts for about half of total global silver consumption.
Many experts also support investing in silver.
Kiyosaki isn't the only one with this view. Veteran trader Vijay believes silver prices around $75-$80 are too attractive to ignore. He emphasizes that CME Treasury holdings are at their lowest level since January 2025.
“The next six months will bring many positive things. This is a scarce resource (CME inventory is at its lowest level since January 2025) and also a less favored asset class,” the trader Chia .
Research firm World of Finance and Associates has set a price target range of $88-$92 barring major macroeconomic shocks, while other experts XEM silver mining stocks as a highly leveraged investment option.
Kiyosaki's list of "6 assets to hold through 2026" includes silver, gold, oil, the food industry , Bitcoin, and Ethereum. Whether Kiyosaki's prediction of an economic collapse comes true will determine the success or failure of the silver investment at the end of this year.
