Global investors are on edge after personal-finance author Robert Kiyosaki reignited fears of a major market downturn, claiming a “MASSIVE CRASH” may already be underway. In a fresh warning on X (formerly Twitter), the “Rich Dad Poor Dad” author urged followers to safeguard themselves with gold, silver, Bitcoin and Ethereum, assets he believes could withstand a deep economic pullback.
MASSIVE CRASH BEGININING: Millions will be wiped out. Protect yourself. Silver, gold, Bitcoin, Ethereum investors will protect you.
Take care
— Robert Kiyosaki (@theRealKiyosaki) November 1, 2025
Kiyosaki’s market crash predictions have trended several times this year, with the author repeatedly cautioning against excessive debt, inflated equity valuations, and geopolitical tensions. His latest message comes amid rising concerns of a global slowdown and shifts in central-bank policy across major economies.
Global markets flash weakness
The warning coincided with mixed trading sentiment across global markets, where red ticks dominated major indices. Indian markets ended lower on Thursday, with the Nifty 50 falling 0.60% and the Sensex slipping 0.55% to 83,938.71, mirroring broader risk-off sentiment.
Across Asia, Japan’s Nikkei 225 jumped 2.12%, but most markets traded sharply lower:
| Index | Last Price | Change | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nikkei 225 | 52,411.34 | +1,085.73 | +2.12% |
| S&P/ASX 200 | 8,881.90 | -3.60 | -0.04% |
| Shanghai Composite | 3,954.79 | -32.11 | -0.81% |
| SZSE Component | 13,378.21 | -153.91 | -1.14% |
| China A50 | 15,276.04 | -262.02 | -1.69% |
| DJ Shanghai | 547.15 | -4.31 | -0.78% |
Weakness across China and Hong Kong dragged regional sentiment lower, highlighting concerns around global demand, property stress in China, and elevated geopolitical uncertainty.
Why Kiyosaki’s warning matters now
Kiyosaki has been vocal about what he believes are major systemic risks, including:
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High global debt levels
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Aggressive money printing post-pandemic
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Currency instability
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Rising geopolitical conflicts
While critics argue his doomsday predictions are frequent and exaggerated, his comments resonate with retail investors during periods of financial turbulence.
Should investors panic?
Market analysts suggest that while volatility may rise in the coming months, investors should watch key triggers including:
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Global inflation trajectory
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Interest-rate direction by the U.S. Fed and central banks
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China’s economic stabilisation efforts
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Geopolitical developments in the Middle East and Europe
Safe-haven buying in gold and crypto markets has also picked up in recent sessions, reflecting caution.
