- Kiyosaki says BTC and ETH offer protection as he anticipates a global financial downturn.
- He warns that rising poverty and expanding asset bubbles could reshape market conditions.
- Despite selling $2.25M in BTC, he maintains a bullish stance and expects a major crash.
Editor’s Note: We updated this article on Dec. 4, 2025 to include additional context on the subject’s prediction history.
Robert Kiyosaki has reaffirmed his warnings about a deepening global crisis, telling market participants that digital assets such as Bitcoin and Ethereum remain, in his view, essential protections at a time when he expects worsening economic conditions.
In a series of social media posts, Kiyosaki described rising global poverty while select assets appreciate. He urged investors to prepare early. Those who do, he argued, could emerge wealthier even as broader indicators deteriorate.
Kiyosaki’s Track Record on Crash Predictions
Kiyosaki has issued similar warnings for over a decade. In April 2011, he predicted a stock market crash would occur in 2016, that year ended with the S&P 500 up 9.5%, and the index has generated a total return of approximately 280% since that initial warning.
His September 2021 forecast of a “giant” stock market crash in October of that year did not materialize as described.
In April 2020, he warned that a market crash was “only beginning”, the S&P 500 gained over 50% in the following twelve months. His 2024 Bitcoin price target of $120,000 has not come true, Bitcoin peaked near $103,000 in December 2024 before crossing $120,000 in mid-2025.
His February 2023 prediction of Bitcoin at $500,000 by 2025 has not materialized, with the cryptocurrency currently trading around $93,000.
Not all financial commentators share Kiyosaki’s outlook. When Kiyosaki posted a similar crash warning on November 22, real estate investor Grant Cardone replied on X that Kiyosaki has been “calling for a crash for 30 years.” Cardone also questioned aspects of Kiyosaki’s business background and credibility as a forecaster.
Author Says Bitcoin and Ethereum Could Help Investors Withstand Market Stress
Kiyosaki advised followers to consider accumulating Bitcoin and Ethereum alongside gold and silver. He linked his recommendation to what he described as a shift in global financial dynamics, claiming the end of the Japan “carry trade” could fuel new distortions across major markets. According to his statement, he expects asset bubbles to expand, suggesting heightened instability across several regions.
In his posts, Kiyosaki asserted that Bitcoin and Ethereum could act as insurance during a global downturn. He argued that these assets may help investors endure a period he believes will leave many households facing financial strain. Early buyers could strengthen their positions, he claimed. Others will lose purchasing power.
Kiyosaki Sold a Portion of His Bitcoin but Maintains a Bullish View
Kiyosaki’s renewed call to buy Bitcoin and Ethereum follows a recent disclosure. He stated on X that he sold $2.25 million in Bitcoin last week.
Kiyosaki said the sale would support new business ventures rather than a shift in his outlook on the asset. He plans to use profits from those ventures to acquire additional Bitcoin.
In a separate message, Kiyosaki claimed the “biggest crash in history” is underway. We covered this in a previous report. He said its impact extends beyond the United States. He expects AI-driven job displacement. Commercial and residential real estate, he projected, could face sharp declines.
Kiyosaki’s views represent one perspective in ongoing market debate. Readers should not construe them as investment advice
