What Is a Dollar Revaluation? A Plain-English Guide
Understanding what happens when gold is repriced and how it affects your purchasing power.
The Basics
A dollar revaluation (or more accurately, a gold revaluation) occurs when the official price of gold is adjusted upward relative to the dollar. This does not make gold more valuable in real terms — it reveals how much purchasing power the dollar has lost.
Historical Example: 1934
In 1934, President Roosevelt raised the official gold price from $20.67 to $35 per ounce overnight. Americans who held dollars saw their purchasing power drop by 41% relative to gold.
Why It Matters Today
With the US national debt exceeding $38 trillion and central banks worldwide accumulating gold at record rates, many analysts believe another revaluation is not just possible — it may be necessary.
Key Indicators We Track
- US Debt-to-GDP Ratio: Currently over 120%
- Central Bank Gold Purchases: Record highs in 2023-2024
- BRICS Currency Developments: Gold-backed alternatives emerging
- Dollar Index Movements: Long-term trend analysis
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