Machi Block
Senior Director
Machi Block
Senior Director
Machi Block is Senior Director at American Hartford Gold. Originally from Northwest Montana, he earned a BFA from Montana State University before moving to Los Angeles. After building a successful international business that expanded his global network in business and investing, he transitioned into finance and wealth management with a boutique firm in Beverly Hills. In 2020, he shifted his focus to precious metals, bringing his broad experience and insight to American Hartford Gold.
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Gold, War, and the Bigger Picture
Gold may remain volatile as markets react to Iran conflict headlines, oil prices, and interest-rate expectations. A ceasefire could reduce the fear premium, but
Gold and Silver 101 Webinar – 6/25/26 On Demand
Watch our exclusive webinar from June 25, 2026, where we reveal critical insights into protecting your finances with precious metals. You’ll Learn: Debt & Your
Wall Street Runs on Fiat, But Buys Gold
Wall Street depends on fiat money because it enables more leverage, credit expansion, and emergency bailouts. Major banks are now buying gold to hedge
Gold and Silver 101 Webinar – 5/21/26 On Demand
Watch our exclusive webinar from May 21, 2026, where we reveal critical insights into protecting your finances with precious metals. You’ll Learn: Gold IRA Basics: How
Economist Warns Recession Is “Almost Inevitable”
Veteran economist Gary Shilling says a U.S. recession by year-end is now “almost inevitable.” Consumer weakness, elevated stock valuations, and recession signals are increasing
Gold and Silver 101 Webinar – 4/23/26 On Demand
Watch our exclusive webinar from April 23, 2026, where we reveal critical insights into protecting your finances with precious metals. You’ll Learn: Interest Rate Pressure: How
Central Banks Drive Gold’s Next Move
Central banks are steadily increasing gold purchases, reinforcing long-term demand and price support. Rising global debt and declining dollar dominance are accelerating the shift toward
The End of Petrodollar Stability?
The Iran conflict is exposing vulnerabilities in the petrodollar system that has supported the dollar for decades. Shifts in global oil trade and rising U.S.
Gold vs the Dollar: One Holds Value—One Loses It
Physical gold protects purchasing power as dollar value declines Physical precious metals have intrinsic wealth with no counterparty risk A tax-advantaged Gold IRA allows you
Private Credit Is Flashing 2008 Warning Signs
Private credit carries hidden leverage, unclear valuations, and liquidity risks similar to those seen before the 2008 crisis. Rising losses and withdrawal limits suggest
Gold, War, and the Bigger Picture
Gold may remain volatile as markets react to Iran conflict headlines, oil prices, and interest-rate expectations. A ceasefire could reduce the fear premium, but
Gold and Silver 101 Webinar – 6/25/26 On Demand
Watch our exclusive webinar from June 25, 2026, where we reveal critical insights into protecting your finances with precious metals. You’ll Learn: Debt & Your
Wall Street Runs on Fiat, But Buys Gold
Wall Street depends on fiat money because it enables more leverage, credit expansion, and emergency bailouts. Major banks are now buying gold to hedge
Gold and Silver 101 Webinar – 5/21/26 On Demand
Watch our exclusive webinar from May 21, 2026, where we reveal critical insights into protecting your finances with precious metals. You’ll Learn: Gold IRA Basics: How
Economist Warns Recession Is “Almost Inevitable”
Veteran economist Gary Shilling says a U.S. recession by year-end is now “almost inevitable.” Consumer weakness, elevated stock valuations, and recession signals are increasing
Gold and Silver 101 Webinar – 4/23/26 On Demand
Watch our exclusive webinar from April 23, 2026, where we reveal critical insights into protecting your finances with precious metals. You’ll Learn: Interest Rate Pressure: How
Central Banks Drive Gold’s Next Move
Central banks are steadily increasing gold purchases, reinforcing long-term demand and price support. Rising global debt and declining dollar dominance are accelerating the shift toward
Gold and Silver 101 Webinar – 8/20/26 On Demand
Watch our exclusive webinar from August 20, 2026, where we reveal critical insights into protecting your finances with precious metals. You’ll Learn: Two Ways to
How BRICS Is Building a World with Fewer Dollars
BRICS is building payment networks, gold reserves and financial systems that could gradually reduce reliance on the U.S. dollar. Growing BRICS financial and geopolitical
Is Another “Big Short” Taking Shape?
Michael Burry believes the AI-driven stock rally resembles the final stages of the dot-com bubble High valuations and growing market concentration could leave retirement
Gold and Silver 101 Webinar – 7/23/26 On Demand
Watch our exclusive webinar from July 23, 2026, where we reveal critical insights into protecting your finances with precious metals. You’ll Learn: Stocks Under
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