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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Silver Soars Even Higher
Silver is outperforming gold with historic gains in 2025. Strong demand and tight supply are driving silver’s rally. Protect your retirement funds by holding physical
Wall Street’s House of Cards
P/E ratios show stocks are extremely overvalued and prone to disappointing long-term returns. Market value is overconcentrated in a few tech giants, increasing systemic risk.
Rate Cuts, Market Risks, and Gold
Rate cuts may spark a market sell-off despite expectations. Economic and market vulnerabilities could be exposed after the Fed acts. Physical gold can provide a
Gold Gains as De-Dollarization Quickens
De-dollarization is accelerating as over 70 countries reduce reliance on the U.S. dollar. The yuan and other currencies are gaining global influence, while dollar supremacy
AI Boom or Bubble?
AI is resembling a bubble, reminding analysts of the dot-com era. Overvalued stocks and weak AI implementation could spark widespread market losses. Protect your finances
Gold IRA: Safety Amid 401(k) Changes
The Trump administration plans to allow 401(k)s to invest in alternative assets like private equity and crypto. Experts warn these alternatives are risky, illiquid, and
Why Your Borrowing Costs Aren’t Dropping
Rising conflict between Israel and Iran drives renewed interest in gold as a geopolitical safe haven. Inflation concerns and uncertainty over tariff impacts are keeping
Inflation Expectations on the Rise
Inflation expectations have surged to levels not seen since the early 1980s. Consumer confidence is collapsing amid rising prices and growing fears of job losses.
The Dollar’s Decline: A Crisis in Confidence
The U.S. dollar is facing a crisis of confidence, threatening long-term economic stability. Foreign investors are retreating from dollar-based assets, accelerating the dollar’s decline. Protect
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
Silver Soars Even Higher
Silver is outperforming gold with historic gains in 2025. Strong demand and tight supply are driving silver’s rally. Protect your retirement funds by holding physical
Wall Street’s House of Cards
P/E ratios show stocks are extremely overvalued and prone to disappointing long-term returns. Market value is overconcentrated in a few tech giants, increasing systemic risk.
Rate Cuts, Market Risks, and Gold
Rate cuts may spark a market sell-off despite expectations. Economic and market vulnerabilities could be exposed after the Fed acts. Physical gold can provide a
Gold Gains as De-Dollarization Quickens
De-dollarization is accelerating as over 70 countries reduce reliance on the U.S. dollar. The yuan and other currencies are gaining global influence, while dollar supremacy
AI Boom or Bubble?
AI is resembling a bubble, reminding analysts of the dot-com era. Overvalued stocks and weak AI implementation could spark widespread market losses. Protect your finances
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
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