The Debasement Trade

Why fiat currencies lose purchasing power—and how to hedge and protect your wealth

What Is Currency Debasement?

Currency debasement occurs when central banks expand money supply so aggressively that each unit of fiat buys fewer goods and services. Modern debasement mirrors ancient practices of diluting precious-metal coins—except today it’s done digitally.

Core Hard Assets

Gold

Universally recognized store of value. Central banks hold over 34,000 tonnes, and private demand rises when currencies weaken.

Silver

More volatile but with strong industrial demand. Often outperforms gold during inflation due to its dual role as a precious metal and industrial input.

Bitcoin

A digital asset capped at 21 million coins. Its decentralized design prevents arbitrary issuance, making it a programmable hedge against inflation.

How to Protect Your Wealth

Diversify across assets. Allocate a portion of savings to gold, silver, and Bitcoin so that no single currency risk dominates your portfolio.
Secure storage. Keep bullion in a trusted vault or safe deposit box and store private keys for Bitcoin in hardware wallets.
Regular rebalancing. Review your asset mix annually to maintain target allocation as markets shift.
Stay informed. Monitor macroeconomic indicators—debt levels, inflation trends, and central bank policies—to adjust your hedge size.

Illustrative Asset Performance

Disclaimer

This information is provided for educational purposes and does not constitute investment, tax, or legal advice. Always consult a qualified professional before making financial decisions.

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