Phased Gold Buying & Revaluation: A More Realistic Approach

If the US wanted to increase its gold holdings to 17% of debt ($6.12 trillion) without causing an immediate market shock, it would need a long-term, phased accumulation strategy—possibly combined with an official gold revaluation. Here’s how this could play out:

Option 1: Gradual Phased Buying (10-20 Year Plan)

Assumptions:

• Annual gold purchases: ~1,500 to 2,000 tons/year (50-67% of global mine supply).
• No money printing: Funded via budget surpluses, asset sales, or debt issuance.
• Price impact: Gradual rise due to steady demand.

Projected Effects:

Key Implications:

✅ Less market disruption than a sudden buy.

✅ Allows miners to expand production (though only +1-3% yearly).

❌ Still requires buying ~50% of global supply, crowding out private demand.

❌ Prices still rise 5-7x over 15 years.

Option 2: Gold Revaluation (Instant "Accounting Trick")

Instead of buying gold, the US could revalue its existing reserves at a higher price to meet the 17% debt-backing goal.

How It Works:

• The US holds 8,133 tons (261.4M oz) of gold.