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.
posts by Machi Block
Gold and Silver 101 Webinar – 3/19/26 On Demand
Watch our exclusive webinar from March 19, 2026, where we reveal critical insights into protecting your finances with precious metals. You’ll Learn: Interest Rate Impact: How
Why It’s Not Too Late to Buy Gold
Despite gold’s eight-month rise, long-term trends show there is still opportunity to purchase. Rising government debt, global uncertainty, and central bank demand continue to drive
White Collar Recession Risks
White-collar slowdown signals the labor market may be losing momentum despite steady headline growth Slower hiring and cooling wages point to rising economic uncertainty ahead.
Gold and Silver 101 Webinar – 2/19/26 On Demand
Watch our exclusive webinar from February 19, 2026, where we reveal critical insights into protecting your finances with precious metals. Discover how shifts in interest
Consumer Confidence Cracks
Consumer confidence has plunged to a 12-year low, signaling rising stress beneath the surface of the economy. Americans are growing more cautious as job growth
Gold and Silver 101 Webinar – 1/22/26 On Demand
Watch our exclusive webinar from November 20, 2025, where we reveal critical insights into protecting your finances with precious metals. You’ll Learn: Rate Cuts &
Gold Tops Global Reserves
Gold has overtaken U.S. Treasuries as the top reserve asset for central banks. Rising debt, inflation, and geopolitical risks are driving institutional demand for gold.
Silver Smashes Record
Silver has broken a 45-year price ceiling, pushing above 60 dollars and reaching the highest nominal levels in history. Strong industrial demand and shrinking global
Digital Currency’s Hidden Risks Exposed
The October 2025 internet outage exposed the vulnerability of a fully digital financial system. Both CBDCs and stablecoins pose risks to privacy, government control, and
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
Gold and Silver 101 Webinar – 3/19/26 On Demand
Watch our exclusive webinar from March 19, 2026, where we reveal critical insights into protecting your finances with precious metals. You’ll Learn: Interest Rate Impact: How
Why It’s Not Too Late to Buy Gold
Despite gold’s eight-month rise, long-term trends show there is still opportunity to purchase. Rising government debt, global uncertainty, and central bank demand continue to drive
White Collar Recession Risks
White-collar slowdown signals the labor market may be losing momentum despite steady headline growth Slower hiring and cooling wages point to rising economic uncertainty ahead.
Gold and Silver 101 Webinar – 2/19/26 On Demand
Watch our exclusive webinar from February 19, 2026, where we reveal critical insights into protecting your finances with precious metals. Discover how shifts in interest
Consumer Confidence Cracks
Consumer confidence has plunged to a 12-year low, signaling rising stress beneath the surface of the economy. Americans are growing more cautious as job growth
Gold and Silver 101 Webinar – 1/22/26 On Demand
Watch our exclusive webinar from November 20, 2025, where we reveal critical insights into protecting your finances with precious metals. You’ll Learn: Rate Cuts &
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
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