Gold has dipped below — and is now hovering around — the key $4,000 level, leaving investors asking the big question: is this just a pause in the bull market, or a warning sign? Rick Rule joins Wealthion to explain why he believes the long-term case for gold, silver, and real assets remains intact, even as precious metals face short-term pressure from rates, the dollar, and shifting investor sentiment. Rule argues that rising debt, currency debasement risk, and long-term supply constraints continue to create a powerful setup for hard assets. He also weighs in on the AI boom, why speculative capital keeps chasing the next big story, and what that means for investors trying to separate durable value from hype. For gold-focused investors wondering whether this pullback is danger or opportunity, Rule lays out what he’s watching now, where he sees risk and reward, and why the real assets story may be far from over. 💡 Get Access to Wealthion's Behind the Scenes interviews from the 2026 Rick Rule Symposium by signing up to be an accredited investor at wealthion.com/accredited. Videos will be released the week of July 13th. 💡 Rick Rule says gold’s pullback may be a reminder that precious metals still have a role as long-term portfolio insurance. Learn how to add physical precious metals to an IRA at https://bit.ly/4w8Af2S Chapters: 00:00 Rick Rule: AI Or “Artificial Ignorance”? 01:04 The AI Boom Hits Natural Resources 03:03 How Rick Rule Actually Uses AI 05:44 Mining CEOs Are Chasing The AI Hype 07:51 Why AI Could Transform Oil, Gas & Mining 10:21 What The SpaceX Mania Says About Markets 12:01 Rick Rule: Where I Still See Value 14:30 The Best Drill Holes Rick Has Seen In 50 Years 17:37 Where The Next Great Copper Discoveries May Come From 19:51 Why The Yukon & Abitibi Still Matter 23:02 The 1% Of Mining Teams That Create Real Wealth 28:00 Why The Market Is Ignoring Huge Discoveries 29:41 Rick Rule’s Favorite Junior Mining Strategy 31:39 Prospect Generators: Boring But Powerful 35:16 Tether, Gold & The New Resource Buyers 38:22 Gold’s Pullback: Warning Sign Or Opportunity? 39:14 Rick Rule: I Want To Own More Gold 41:03 Where To Be In The Gold Stock Food Chain 42:21 The 3 Mistakes Resource Investors Make 43:59 Why A Soft Market Is A Sale 46:21 Gold Miners Are In The Sweet Spot 48:48 Why Rick’s Boca Conference Matters 49:35 What Investors Can Learn From Robert Friedland 51:20 Where Opportunity Meets Preparation Connect with us online: Website: https://www.wealthion.com X: https://www.x.com/wealthion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wealthionofficial/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wealthion/ #Wealthion #RickRule #Gold #Silver #PreciousMetals #RealAssets #NaturalResources #Commodities #MiningStocks #JuniorMiners #GoldInvesting #ResourceInvesting #HardAssets #Inflation #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #Uranium #Copper #Wealth #Finance #Investing #PortfolioReview #InvestmentAdvice #FinancialPlanning #WealthManagement ________________________________________________________________________ IMPORTANT NOTE: The information, opinions, and insights expressed by our guests and our hosts do not necessarily reflect the views of Wealthion or the views of their respective employers. They are intended to provide a diverse perspective on the economy, investing, and other relevant topics to enrich your understanding of these complex fields.   While we value and appreciate the insights shared by our esteemed guests and hosts, they are to be viewed as personal opinions and not as investment advice or recommendations from Wealthion or their respective employers. These opinions should not replace your own due diligence or the advice of a professional financial advisor.   We strongly encourage all of our audience members to seek out the guidance of a financial advisor who can provide advice based on your individual circumstances and financial goals. Wealthion has a distinguished network of advisors who are available to guide you on your financial journey. However, should you choose to seek guidance elsewhere, we respect and support your decision to do so.   The world of finance and investment is intricate and diverse. It's our mission at Wealthion to provide you with a variety of insights and perspectives to help you navigate it more effectively. We thank you for your understanding and your trust.