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Robert Kiyosaki believes gold’s gains during 2025 were only the beginning. In a recent post on X (1), the Rich Dad Poor Dad author celebrated the rise in precious metal prices and urged investors not to miss what he sees as a much larger opportunity ahead.
“The ascent of gold has just begun,” Kiyosaki wrote.
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Kiyosaki said he believes gold, currently trading over $4,300 per ounce (2), could climb dramatically over the next decade.
“Today gold is at $4300 an ounce,” he wrote. “I am confident it will be $35,000 an ounce by 2035.”
The financial author also renewed his longstanding criticism of holding cash, warning that savers could lose purchasing power over time due to inflation and currency debasement. More specifically, he often takes aim at the U.S. dollar.
“Cash is trash and savers of cash will be big losers,” he said.
Instead, Kiyosaki encouraged investors to consider five assets he loves: gold, silver, bitcoin, ether — the cryptocurrency — and oil.
Kiyosaki’s prediction would represent a truly historic rally for gold, even considering last year’s incredible gains. So, investors may want to consider just how ambitious that forecast really is.
How realistic is a $35,000 gold price?
For gold to rise from roughly $4,300 per ounce to $35,000 by 2035, the metal would need to gain more than 700% over the next decade.
To give some perspective, in the last decade, gold has seen incredible growth. Its spot price in June 2016 was around $1,280, which means it has increased by just over 235%. The largest 10-year percentage increase in gold is 433.6% (3), from 1965 to 1974, following the end of the Bretton Woods system.
So a multi-hundred percentage increase is not impossible, but it would also require a sustained surge well beyond most mainstream market forecasts. According to the Coin Price Forecast (4), that’s currently $15,181 — a significant step up from today to be certain, but a far cry from $35,000.
Of course, investors don’t need gold to reach Kiyosaki’s target. The metal can still play a role in a diversified portfolio.
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Why some investors use gold as a hedge
Unlike cash, gold doesn’t lose as much of its purchasing power when inflation rears its head. Gold prices actually tend to increase during times of market volatility. That’s why investors tend to dig into it during tough times — it’s a tool of diversification and can give investors room to reduce their reliance on the traditional 60/40 stock-and-bond portfolio.
If you’re interested in gold, one way investors gain exposure to gold while preserving certain tax advantages is through a gold IRA.
Companies like Goldco help investors hold physical gold and other precious metals inside retirement accounts, allowing them to diversify beyond traditional paper assets.
Gold IRAs combine the tax benefits of retirement accounts with the potential portfolio diversification offered by precious metals. With a minimum purchase of $10,000, Goldco offers free shipping and access to a library of retirement resources. Plus, the company will match up to 10% of qualified purchases in free silver.
To learn more, Goldco offers a free gold and silver information guide that explains how gold IRAs work and what investors should consider before opening an account.
But gold wasn’t the only asset Kiyosaki highlighted. He also pointed to cryptocurrencies, which have become another cornerstone of his investment philosophy. These two alternative assets are what Kiyosaki calls “god’s money” — gold — and “people’s money” — crypto (5).
Kiyosaki is also betting on crypto
Kiyosaki has spent years (6) arguing that cryptocurrencies can serve as an alternative to traditional currencies and central banking systems. While digital assets remain highly volatile, they can serve to diversify a portfolio with some advantages, namely:
They operate independently of traditional markets
They are a store of value (this is particularly true of bitcoin (7))
You can trade them continuously and liquidate rapidly
Investors interested in exploring cryptocurrencies can do so with platforms like Kraken.
Kraken makes buying and trading cryptocurrencies straightforward, whether you’re on desktop or using the mobile app.
You can invest in 600+ cryptocurrencies*, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, XRP and more, or set up recurring buys to invest automatically.
There’s also the option to add price conditions, so your trades only execute when the market hits your target.
Kraken also offers guides on popular coins, helping you understand what you’re buying and how to navigate the process from start to finish.
And if you have questions, 24/7 support is available via live chat, phone or email.
For those who want greater control, Kraken PRO offers a more advanced trading experience.
Designed for active traders, it features a highly customizable interface with real-time market data, advanced tools and detailed order types like stop-loss and take-profit to help manage trades more precisely.
You can also trade across spot, margin and derivatives markets, monitor performance in one unified portfolio and tailor your dashboard with multiple data widgets to suit your strategy.
Opening an account is quick, with a simple sign-up, verification, and short investor profile to get started.
*Not investment advice. Crypto trading involves risk of loss. View legal disclosures at kraken.com/legal/disclosures . The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views or opinions of Kraken or its management.
Like any investment, cryptocurrencies carry risks and can experience significant price swings. That’s why it’s important to ensure your crypto exposure aligns with your broader financial goals and risk tolerance.
Whether you prefer gold, crypto or traditional assets, the key to lasting wealth is building a portfolio that can weather a variety of economic conditions.
Finding the perfect balance
Predicting exactly where gold, Bitcoin or any other asset will trade a decade from now is difficult. Rather than relying on any single forecast, many investors focus on diversification — spreading their money across different asset classes that may respond differently to changing economic conditions.
A financial advisor can help evaluate whether assets such as stocks, bonds, precious metals and cryptocurrencies belong in a long-term financial plan.
But hiring an advisor can be a lifelong commitment, which might make or break your retirement. That’s why finding reliable advisors is crucial.
That’s where Advisor.com can come in. The platform connects you with an expert near you for free.
Advisor.com does the heavy lifting for you, vetting advisors based on track record, client ratios and regulatory background. Plus, their network comprises fiduciaries, who are legally required to act in your best interests.
Just enter a few details about your finances and goals, and Advisor.com’s AI-powered matching tool will connect you with a qualified expert best suited for your needs based on your unique financial goals and preferences.
Finding the right advisor isn’t always easy — there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. That’s why Advisor.com lets you set up a free initial consultation, with no obligation to hire, to see if they’re the right fit for you.
While Kiyosaki remains convinced that gold’s best days lie ahead, investors don’t necessarily need to share his $35,000 target to think carefully about how they protect and grow their wealth over the long run.
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