Ray Dalio links Bessent move to approaching debt crisis

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Ray Dalio said a debt buyback announcement this week fits a broader pattern that could signal a forthcoming debt crisis. He recommended investors consider gold and bitcoin amid the warning.

WHO: Ray Dalio

WHAT: Ray Dalio said a debt buyback announcement signals a pattern that could indicate an approaching debt crisis and recommended gold and bitcoin.

WHEN: Reported Aug 20, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET

WHERE: Location not specified

WHY: Dalio was reacting to a debt buyback announcement described as occurring this week.

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