"Inflation is Soaring"! "Rich Dad Poor Dad" Author Kiyosaki Proposes Investment Choices for 2026
Financial writer and educator Robert Kiyosaki has reiterated his investment strategy for 2026 amid accelerating inflation, urging investors to prioritize alternative stores of value.

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The author of "Rich Dad Poor Dad" emphasized in a post on the X platform on April 4 that assets such as gold, silver, and bitcoin should be accumulated, while continuously improving personal financial education to deal with growing economic uncertainty. His perspective is based on what he describes as long-developed structural changes that are now playing out in full.
Kiyosaki connected current inflationary pressures with the U.S. dollar's shift to a "petroleum-backed system" in 1974, suggesting that dependency on oil has intensified geopolitical tensions and driven up energy costs.
He pointed out that these factors are driving broader price increases, especially in food and fuel, and may further push inflation higher in 2026.
Kiyosaki stated: "Today, in 2026, the world stands on the brink of a world war triggered by oil. Inflation is soaring rapidly... I still recommend storing real money—gold, silver, and bitcoin—and continuously investing in your own financial education."
It is worth noting that the current U.S. inflation rate for the 12 months through February 2026 stands at 2.4%, unchanged from January 2026 and marking the lowest level since May 2025.
Core inflation excluding food and energy stood at 2.5% year-over-year, also stable. Month-over-month, the CPI rose 0.3% in February 2026, slightly higher than the 0.2% in January.
Historic Impact on the 2026 Investment Landscape
Kiyosaki also highlighted the long-term effects of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA). The act reshaped the retirement system by shifting workers from guaranteed pension plans to defined contribution plans such as 401(k)s and IRAs.
According to the renowned investor, this transition has left millions of retirees facing financial insecurity, especially as public support systems come under increasing pressure.
Kiyosaki further warned that these pressures are intensifying amid record-setting global debt, with the U.S. being one of the most heavily indebted nations.
He believes the combined effect of rising inflation, escalating debt burdens, and weakening retirement systems could trigger widespread financial distress, particularly among the aging population.
It is noteworthy that Kiyosaki has repeatedly issued warnings about the global economic environment, highlighting unresolved issues from the 2008 financial crisis, global debt surges, rising inflation, and oil-related geopolitical tensions as major triggers.
In February this year, Kiyosaki warned of an impending major market crash, describing it as a severe shock for unprepared investors but an important opportunity for those following his investment strategy. He also stated his intention to increase holdings of bitcoin during price corrections, viewing its fixed supply as a key advantage.
Overall, Kiyosaki has always maintained that investors should avoid assets heavily impacted by monetary expansion, such as fiat currencies and traditional financial instruments.
Disclaimer: The content of this article solely reflects the author's opinion and does not represent the platform in any capacity. This article is not intended to serve as a reference for making investment decisions.
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