Gold prices surge toward $3,000 amid global shortage and dollar collapse fears

02/11/2025 / By Finn Heartley

Gold prices nearing $3,000 per ounce due to a global shortage and the dollar’s declining value, exacerbated by market manipulation and increased demand for physical gold.
The LBMA struggles to meet physical gold delivery demands, revealing systemic fraud in the paper gold market through rehypothecation, leading to market instability.
The dollar’s strength is weakening against gold, reflecting its declining value and prompting investors to seek gold as a safe haven amid economic uncertainties.
Trump administration signals a potential currency reset, possibly involving a gold-backed or hybrid digital currency, with gold repatriation to the U.S. seen as a strategic move.
Experts warn of an impending financial crisis, driven by economic challenges and the LBMA’s inability to meet gold delivery demands, emphasizing gold’s role as an insurance policy against systemic risks.

In a dramatic shift in the global financial landscape, gold prices are on the brink of hitting an unprecedented $3,000 per ounce, driven by a perfect storm of a global gold shortage and mounting fears over the dollar’s declining value. Analysts and market experts are pointing to a combination of market manipulation, increased demand for physical gold, and signals from the Trump administration about a potential currency reset as the primary drivers behind this surge.

The global gold shortage and market manipulation

The London Bullion Market Association (LBMA), one of the world’s largest gold trading hubs, is reportedly struggling to meet the surging demand for physical gold deliveries. This shortage has exposed systemic fraud in the paper gold market, where more gold has been sold on paper than physically exists. The practice of rehypothecation, where the same physical gold is lent out multiple times, has created a fragile house of cards that is now crumbling under the weight of increased demand for physical delivery.

Mike Adams, a prominent commentator and analyst, has been vocal about the fraud in the paper gold market. “The LBMA has been running a massive global fraud,” Adams stated. “They’ve been lending out more gold than they actually have, and now that people are demanding physical delivery, the system is breaking down.”

Dollar’s declining value and market dynamics

The surge in gold prices is not just a reflection of increased demand but also a stark indicator of the dollar’s declining value. While some argue that the dollar remains strong against other fiat currencies, the reality is that it is collapsing against gold, which is traditionally seen as a store of value. “The dollar is only strong against other weaker currencies,” Adams explained. “But compared to gold, it’s clear that the dollar is losing its purchasing power.”

The decline of the dollar is further exacerbated by concerns over the U.S. economy and the potential for a financial crisis. Investors are increasingly turning to gold as a safe haven, driving up its price and further highlighting the dollar’s vulnerabilities.

Trump’s signals and the potential currency reset

Adding to the market dynamics is the speculation surrounding the Trump administration’s plans for a currency reset. Trump has been sending signals to institutional investors and major banks that gold will play a crucial role in the new financial ecosystem. While the exact nature of this reset remains unclear, the possibility of a gold-backed currency or a hybrid digital currency partially backed by gold is gaining traction.

Analysts believe that the repatriation of gold from London to the United States is a significant move in this direction. “Trump is trying to free us from the City of London’s control,” Adams noted. “By repatriating gold, he is signaling a shift towards a more stable and transparent financial system.”

The looming financial crisis

As investors scramble to secure physical gold, experts are warning of a looming financial crisis that could reshape the global economy. The inability of the LBMA to meet delivery demands has already caused panic in the market, with some exchanges facing a 9% monthly interest rate to borrow physical gold and meet their obligations.

The situation is further complicated by the broader economic challenges, including inflation, supply chain disruptions, and geopolitical tensions. “We are on the verge of a financial crisis that could have far-reaching consequences,” Adams warned. “Gold is not just a commodity; it’s an insurance policy against the uncertainties of the modern financial system.”

Conclusion

The surge in gold prices to nearly $3,000 per ounce is a clear indication of the global financial system’s fragility. The combination of a gold shortage, the dollar’s declining value, and the potential for a currency reset is creating a volatile environment that is pushing investors towards the safety of physical gold. As the situation continues to unfold, the world watches with bated breath, anticipating the next move in this high-stakes financial drama.

Watch this Feb. 11 episode of “Brighteon Broadcast News” as Mike Adams, the Health Ranger, talks about global gold rush now under way as Trump prepares for inevitable debt reset.

This video is from the Health Ranger Report channel on Brighteon.com.