Federal Reserve is TRAPPED - Political Chaos, Economic CRISIS and Internal Divisions Spell TURMOIL

Federal Reserve is TRAPPED - Political Chaos, Economic CRISIS and Internal Divisions Spell TURMOIL

Lena Petrova:   10-12-2025

The US economy is currently operating in a state of cognitive dissonance. On one hand, the stock market is booming, and GDP growth remains surprisingly resilient. On the other, the foundational rules of economics seem to have broken down, leaving the Federal Reserve trapped in an unprecedented balancing act.

The traditional playbook for central banking is obsolete. We are witnessing a profound decoupling of core economic indicators, presenting the Fed with a new, destabilizing trilemma: controlling inflation, achieving maximum employment, and ensuring financial stability—all at the same time.

Here is a deep dive into the complex paradox reshaping modern central banking and why the stakes have never been higher.

For decades, the economy generally followed the rules established by the Phillips Curve: when unemployment is low, inflation accelerates (as labor costs rise). When growth slows, unemployment rises, dampening inflation.

This relationship is officially on life support.

Today, while the U.S. labor market is tight, economic growth is no longer reliably creating commensurate job increases. Unemployment remains low but has begun to stagnate. Meanwhile, inflation, though down drastically from its 2022 peak of 9%, remains stubbornly above the Fed’s established 2% target.

What is driving this breakdown? Structural change.

This dynamic means the economy can grow robustly without overheating the labor market, defying the old rules and making it immensely difficult for the Fed to gauge when to step on the brakes (or the gas).

The Federal Reserve is currently facing three conflicting objectives, any move toward one risks undermining the others:

Inflation is sticky. The Fed needs to keep rates restrictive enough to push inflation back down to 2%. But maintaining high rates for too long leads directly to the next problem…

If the Fed is too restrictive, it risks triggering a sharp recession, damaging employment. But the greatest danger lurks in the financial markets. Market participants, buoyed by solid data, are highly optimistic about imminent rate cuts. This optimism is creating its own peril.

Market expectations risk inflating new asset bubbles. If the Fed caves to pressure and cuts rates too soon, it validates the speculative risk-taking currently visible in high asset valuations and leverage. This setup carries worrying echoes of the financial vulnerabilities that preceded the 2008 crisis.

The Fed must manage inflation without crushing the job market or triggering a systemic financial meltdown spurred by excessive speculation.

If the complex economic variables weren’t enough, the Federal Reserve must operate under intense external pressures that severely constrain its policy choices.

The single largest constraint is the sheer scale of the national debt, which now exceeds $37 trillion. Servicing this gargantuan debt load becomes exponentially more expensive when interest rates are high. This creates intense, often unspoken, political pressure on the Fed to lower rates, regardless of inflationary risk.

Furthermore, the environment is rife with political influence. Figures like Donald Trump frequently criticize the Fed, undermining its independence and challenging its decisions. When combined with ongoing fiscal policy instability (such as the impact of evolving tariffs), monetary policy decisions are no longer made in an objective vacuum.

The interaction between fiscal policy, monetary policy, and political noise is creating a chaotic, volatile environment where every carefully calculated move risks being undermined by forces outside the central bank’s control.

Faced with an economic reality that violates its models, the Federal Reserve is debating fundamental changes.

The most profound shift under discussion involves moving away from the rigid, decades-old 2% inflation target toward a more flexible approach. If productivity gains and structural shifts mean the economy can tolerate and perhaps even benefit from slightly higher, stable inflation (say, 2.5% or 3%) without damaging employment, maintaining the hard 2% line becomes unnecessarily punitive.

However, changing this target is a massive undertaking that requires careful communication to maintain public trust and anchor inflationary expectations.

The modern central banker is dealing with unprecedented complexity. The current environment demands not just incremental adjustments to interest rates, but potentially a complete overhaul of the objectives and tools used to manage the modern, structurally altered economy. Any misstep could result in either runaway inflation, a devastating recession, or a repeat of a financial stability crisis.

For an in-depth exploration of these economic dynamics and the Federal Reserve’s complex dilemma, we recommend watching the full analysis video from Lena Petrova.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tJFZCZYzLFg

Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Sunday Afternoon 10-10-25

Representative: Washington Controls Iraqi Financial Transfers And Hinders Economic Independence

Economy | 06:49 - 12/10/2025  Mawazine News - Baghdad -  Member of Parliamentary Finance, Moeen Al-Kadhimi, confirmed today, Sunday, that the United States of America imposes direct control over financial transfers in Iraq, which restricts the country's ability to conduct its banking transactions freely and independently, noting that Washington is exploiting this issue to serve its political and economic interests.

Al-Kadhimi said in a statement, "The United States is still exerting pressure on the Central Bank of Iraq through the SWIFT financial transfer system, which prevents Iraq from dealing freely with a number of countries and negatively affects the movement of the national economy."

He added, "Washington is exploiting this system as a tool for political pressure, controlling the access of funds to a number of sectors and imposing restrictions on foreign transfers, especially those related to trade and imports."

Al-Kadhimi indicated that "Iraq does not yet enjoy full financial sovereignty due to these interventions that serve American interests without taking into account the needs of the Iraqi market or the requirements of the country's economic security."   https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=268310

The exchange rate continues to stabilize in Baghdad.

Economy | 10:56 - 12/10/2025  Mawazine News - Baghdad -  The dollar exchange rate witnessed remarkable stability against the dinar in local markets in the capital, Baghdad, on Sunday.  The selling price reached 142,550 dinars per $100, while the buying price reached 140,500 dinars per $100.   https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=268284

Iraq's Oil Exports To The US Rise

Economy | 10:19 - 12/10/2025  Mawazine News - Follow-up  The US Energy Information Administration announced, on Sunday, an increase in Iraqi oil exports to the United States during the past week.

The administration said that “US crude oil imports during the past week from 10 major countries averaged 5.530 million barrels per day, an increase of 317,000 barrels per day compared to the previous week, which averaged 4.847 million barrels per day.”

It added that “Iraq’s oil exports to the United States averaged 135,000 barrels, an increase of 127,000 barrels per day compared to the previous week, which averaged 8,000 barrels per day.”

The administration also indicated that “the largest oil revenues to the United States during the past week came from Canada, at an average of 3.600 million barrels per day, followed by Al-Masbak, at an average of 494,000 barrels per day, from Libya, at an average of 225,000 barrels, and from Nigeria, at an average of 219,000 barrels per day.”

According to the administration, "US crude oil imports from Brazil averaged 210,000 barrels per day, from Saudi Arabia 195,000 barrels per day, from Venezuela 194,000 barrels per day, from Ecuador 187,000 barrels per day, and from Colombia 71,000 barrels per day."  https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=268283

The Central Bank Begins The Actual Implementation Of The Comprehensive Banking Reform Project.

Buratha News Agency1872025-10-12   The Central Bank's actions and efforts, in partnership and consultation with private banks, have been fruitful in facilitating the implementation of the objectives, programs, mechanisms, and standards of the comprehensive banking reform project. This was achieved in collaboration with the government and the global consulting firm Oliver Wyman, as well as the objectives and initiatives of its third strategy.

The primary objective is to build a robust, modern, inclusive, and flexible banking sector that drives rapid growth for the national economy and contributes to achieving a cumulative increase in the gross domestic product and growth in the banking sector's market value.

Given that economic reform begins with banking reform, the challenges facing the Iraqi economy and the opportunities for reform in the banking and financial sector are highlighted in the government's program.

The Central Bank's future vision for the banking sector's role in achieving sustainable development and investment is also highlighted, as are the current efforts to activate and revolutionize productive non-oil economic sectors to diversify sources of national income, achieve financial sustainability, and accelerate economic growth.

The Central Bank's role in regulating foreign trade financing, completing infrastructure projects to achieve comprehensive digital transformation, and expanding the use of electronic payment tools to achieve financial inclusion are also highlighted.

It will contribute to providing opportunities for reform, development, empowerment, and growth of the private banking sector during 2025-2028, as follows:

First: Developing the Iraqi banking system and its compliance with international banking and accounting standards.

Second: Building a sound, modern, comprehensive and flexible banking sector.

Third: Enhancing citizens' confidence in the banking sector locally, and achieving international recognition of its transparency, progress, and strict adherence to international standards, as well as gaining the trust of reputable correspondent banks to deal with it.

Fourth: Rehabilitating restricted and weak banks to return to activity in the banking market with full internal and external activities.

Fifth: Transforming banks to their primary function, which is financing and bank lending for development, and enhancing financial inclusion and increasing its current rate as planned.

Sixth: Strengthening the procedures and decisions for the transition from a cash economy to a digital economy, withdrawing funds outside the banking cycle, which constitute approximately 80%, and introducing them into the banking system.

Although the period specified for its implementation according to the banking reform project and the Central Bank strategy is three years, what was achieved in 2023 and 2024 until June 30, 2025 in terms of building foundations, rules and pillars that formed a supporting pillar in building the mechanisms and paths of the desired reforms, and they constitute ambitious percentages, as announced, which will lead to the evaluation and classification of banks based on their achievement of the planned objectives in the reform project according to the internationally approved standards and criteria.   https://burathanews.com/arabic/economic/466400

Banks  Economy News – Baghdad   Saleh Mahoud, the Prime Minister's advisor for banking affairs, confirmed on Saturday that the Central Bank is working on three strategic projects for financial transformation.

In a press statement, followed by Al-Eqtisad News, Mahoud said, "The Central Bank is currently working on three very important projects that will propel Iraq to important and advanced levels." He noted that these projects are the local electronic card, rapid payment, and the billing system.

He added, "The Central Bank now has timelines for completing these three projects in order to achieve a shift in financial inclusion to greater and greater levels," noting that "Iraq often benefits from global experiences, especially in the financial sector and digital transformation."     https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=60998

For current and reliable Iraqi news please visit:  https://www.bondladyscorner.com

Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Sunday Afternoon 10-12-25

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Citigroup Warns: BRICS De-Dollarization Threatens the U.S. Dollar’s Global Grip

Citigroup analysts sound the alarm as the BRICS alliance accelerates its de-dollarization campaign — signaling a pivotal shift in global finance.

A Warning From Wall Street

• Citigroup’s latest outlook identifies a growing “systemic threat” to the dollar’s dominance from the coordinated financial strategies of BRICS nations.

• Analysts warn that the rapid adoption of non-dollar trade settlements, new payment systems, and cross-border central bank alliances are reshaping global liquidity flows.

• The report calls the trend “the most significant structural challenge to the U.S. dollar since the 1970s.”

The BRICS Push: From Talk to Implementation

• What began as diplomatic rhetoric is now becoming reality.
    ● Russia and China are settling energy trades in yuan and rubles.
    ● India and Brazil are piloting bilateral trade systems using digital currencies and national units of account.
    ● Saudi Arabia and the UAE, both new BRICS members, are exploring petro-contracts priced in non-dollar terms.

• These moves erode the U.S. dollar’s historical leverage in energy and commodities — the backbone of global reserve demand.

Citigroup’s Assessment: The New Reserve Math

• Citigroup warns that U.S. Treasuries are losing appeal as global reserves diversify into gold, yuan, and commodity-backed assets.

• BRICS-led settlement networks, using blockchain-based systems, are enabling trade without SWIFT — bypassing U.S. sanctions and oversight mechanisms.

• The bank projects that the dollar’s share of global reserves could fall below 55% by 2030, down from over 70% two decades ago.

Policy Implications and Financial Fallout

• Washington faces a delicate balancing act: defending dollar dominance while managing internal inflation and debt pressures.

• Analysts note that the Federal Reserve’s high-rate environment, though stabilizing the short term, risks driving more nations toward alternative trade blocs.

• “If BRICS achieves critical mass in digital settlements,” one Citigroup strategist warned, “the dollar’s monopoly on global trust could fracture.”

Why This Matters

This is more than a currency competition — it’s a battle for global financial architecture.

• The Citigroup report underscores that de-dollarization isn’t theoretical anymore; it’s unfolding through real trade agreements, digital infrastructures, and policy pivots.

• The era of a single global reserve anchor is fading, replaced by a multipolar web of asset-backed systems tied to trade and technology.

This is not just politics — it’s global finance restructuring before our eyes.

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Source:
• Watcher Guru – Citigroup US Dollar Outlook Signals Urgent Threat from BRICS Shift

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“Tidbits From TNT” Sunday 10-12-2025

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Tishwash: Only two US bases to stay in Iraq

Two advisory US bases will remain in Iraq, sources said on Saturday, as the withdrawal of American forces continues on schedule under the bilateral security agreement with Washington.

The sources told Shafaq News that the bases will host a limited number of military advisers tasked with training and coordination support "as needed."

Under the plan, all US combat troops will depart by September 2026. Global Coalition personnel — once numbering about 2,000 — will be reduced to fewer than 500, primarily stationed in Erbil, with others redeployed to Kuwait.

Baghdad described the transition as a “restoration of sovereignty” while preserving security and intelligence cooperation with Washington. Iran-aligned factions have hailed it as a “resistance victory,” whereas Kurdish officials backed a limited US presence to help counter ISIS threats in northern Iraq.  link

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Tishwash:  Al-Sudani's advisor reveals the date of the withdrawal of the last foreign force from Iraqi territory.

The Iraqi Prime Minister's security advisor, Khaled al-Yaqoubi, revealed the date for the complete withdrawal of foreign forces from Iraq, pointing to a new "security and military" agreement that will strengthen the strategic framework agreement between Baghdad and Washington.

In a televised interview followed by Al-Jabal, Al-Yaqoubi said, "Iraq is transitioning to a new phase with the United States, for the first time since 2014, following the American withdrawal."

He explained that, "For the first time, we have reached an agreement to withdraw combat forces and transition to a joint bilateral relationship."

 Al-Yaqoubi confirmed the continuation of negotiations between the two countries, the implementation of the agreement on the timetable for the withdrawal of combat forces of the US-led international coalition from Iraq, and the transition to bilateral relations.

 He said, "Negotiations are ongoing between the two delegations, and it is hoped that we will reach an agreement next month." He revealed that "a bilateral Iraqi-US military security agreement will strengthen the strategic framework agreement signed in 2008 between the two countries."

 According to Al-Sudani's advisor, the Iraqi government began implementing the withdrawal timetable agreed upon with the United States on September 30 of this year, and "Iraq will be free of any American combat forces or members of the international coalition by September 2026."

 Al-Yaqoubi praised the role of the international coalition in supporting Iraq in eliminating ISIS and reclaiming its territory from the group's grip, noting that "after the terrorist groups entered Iraq, an international coalition led by the United States was formed to fight ISIS in Iraq and Syria. The coalition forces arrived under American leadership, and we defeated ISIS, leaving only a few pockets in caves." He emphasized that "Iraq controls the entire territory, militarily."

 The advisor noted that "Iraq has gained significant experience in its partnership with the coalition, possessing a vast database of terrorist organizations and knowledge of how these organizations are managed, their financial activities, and the movement of their personnel."

 Al-Yaqoubi addressed the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) and the future of armed factions in Iraq, in conjunction with new sanctions imposed by Washington. He ruled out any further steps to follow, saying, "I don't think they (the recent sanctions) are a prelude to anything, and this isn't the first time sanctions have been imposed on Iraqi parties."

He added, "The Iraqi state has its own laws and methods for defending its citizens and institutions, and these are unilateral American measures, not international ones. It's true that they will have an impact, but what's important is that even the rationale for the sanctions decisions spoke of Iraq's interest in the strategic partnership, the United States' interest in this partnership, and its interest in adhering to its previous pledges."

 Regarding the positioning of the factions, the spokesman revealed that “each one names them in their own way,” explaining that “throughout the conversation with the Americans, we were talking about three points:

1-The ISIS threat, its seriousness, and assessing whether it poses a real threat.

2- Iraqi military capabilities, as neither Iraq nor the Americans want to repeat the 2014 experience when there was a clear gap in the lack of joint cooperation.

3-Taking into account the operational circumstances and complexities in the region, such as the Turkish presence and armed groups in Syria,” and “all of this was within the framework of dialogue and common interest.”

 He added, "The fate of the factions depends on the security sector reform process, the enactment of the Popular Mobilization Forces law, and the circumstances facing the region." He explained, "We have a supreme committee tasked with reforming the security sector and addressing all existing shortcomings within the security institutions, and the American side is always providing advice."

 In another part of his speech, Al-Yaqoubi discussed the upcoming parliamentary elections in Iraq, describing them as "decisive" and "determining the next twenty years of political life in Iraq." He emphasized that major decisions in the country have been "postponed until the next period." link

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Tishwash:  Government Advisor: The Central Bank is leading 3 projects that will achieve a breakthrough in digital transformation

Iraq moves to the ranks of developed countries

Advisor to the Prime Minister for Banking Affairs, Saleh Mahoud, confirmed today, Saturday, that the Central Bank is working on 3 strategic projects for financial transformation, which are the local electronic card, rapid payment, and the billing system, indicating that the Central Bank has timings to complete these projects and achieve a transition in the level of financial inclusion to greater levels.

Mahoud said in a statement to the official agency that followed him: “The Central Bank is currently working on three very important projects that will move Iraq to important and advanced levels”, noting that “these projects are the local electronic card, the express payment, and the billing system”.

He added that “the Central Bank now has timings to complete these three projects in order to achieve a transition in the level of financial inclusion to greater and more levels”, indicating that “Iraq often benefits from global experiences, especially in the financial field and digital transformations.  link

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Sunday Morning 10-12-25

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Wall Street’s Power Surge: Deregulation Unlocks $2.6 Trillion in New Lending

Trump’s financial reforms aim to supercharge U.S. lending — but could they also tilt the balance of global banking power?

A Deregulation Wave — and a Strategic Shift

The Trump administration is preparing a sweeping overhaul of U.S. banking capital rules that could unlock up to $2.6 trillion in new lending capacity for Wall Street’s biggest players.

● Capital relief on the table: Loosening Common Equity Tier 1 (CET1) requirements would allow megabanks — including JPMorgan, Citigroup, and Bank of America — to expand credit lines and balance sheets.

● Policy rationale: Officials argue that freeing this capital will “restore flexibility and competitiveness,” driving U.S. lending into key strategic sectors like energy, defense, and infrastructure.

● Underlying motive: Deregulation doubles as a geopolitical move — unleashing U.S. liquidity in a moment when BRICS nations are building rival financial systems.

This is not just deregulation — it’s financial rearmament.

A Global Banking Arms Race

Across the Atlantic, regulators remain cautious, but Washington is betting on scale over restraint.

● Europe and Asia hold firm: EU and UK regulators are maintaining Basel III-era leverage ratios to protect against systemic shocks.

● The U.S. flips the script: By contrast, American policymakers view excess capital as idle potential — capital that can be weaponized for global influence.

● Strategic timing: As BRICS and Gulf states shift trade away from dollar systems, the U.S. is moving to reassert Wall Street dominance through sheer liquidity force.

This marks the return of the U.S. financial-industrial complex — not through war, but through credit expansion.

Risk and Reward — The Inflation Dilemma

Critics warn the move could reignite the very risks that led to the 2008 financial crisis.

● Systemic risk reintroduced: Reducing buffers during high-rate volatility may heighten exposure to loan defaults and asset devaluation.

● Administration counterpoint: Officials call this “controlled deregulation” — asserting that markets and AI-driven risk models now provide early warning capabilities.

● The strategic tradeoff: America appears willing to tolerate higher short-term risk for longer-term dominance in global credit creation.

In essence: risk is being reframed as leverage.

Financial Policy as Geopolitical Strategy

This isn’t just about banks — it’s about who controls the world’s credit rails.

● Reasserting dollar liquidity: Deregulation allows the U.S. to remain the primary issuer of cross-border liquidity, reinforcing dollar-based settlements even as alternatives rise.

● Parallel to sanctions policy: Washington’s leverage over SWIFT and dollar clearing remains a central geopolitical tool — deregulation strengthens that influence.

● Global context: In an era of financial fragmentation, this policy signals America’s intent to out-expand rather than out-regulate its competitors.

This is the financial counterpart to foreign policy realignment — using liquidity as soft power.

Why This Matters

We are watching a deliberate recalibration of U.S. economic strategy — one designed to secure its leadership in an emerging multi-rail world of finance.

● Deregulation may boost credit and investment, but it also reshapes the global financial hierarchy.

● It demonstrates that monetary power, not military might, is now the decisive weapon in the geopolitical contest.

● As BRICS nations test asset-backed settlements, the U.S. is countering with sheer scale, liquidity, and velocity.

This is not just politics — it’s global finance restructuring before our eyes.

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Sources:
• Financial Times – Bank deregulation set to unlock $2.6tn of Wall Street lending capacity
• Reuters – U.S. financial sector eyes relaxed capital rules amid Trump reforms
• The Guardian – Global regulators warn of financial fragmentation risk

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Qatar’s Air Force Facility in Idaho: A Strategic Alliance Hidden in Plain Sight

The U.S. quietly hosts a foreign air force training base, signaling deeper defense and geopolitical integration between Washington and Doha.

A Facility That Raised Eyebrows

• The announcement that Qatar is developing an Air Force training facility at Idaho’s Mountain Home Air Force Base sparked public curiosity — and some confusion.

• Initially portrayed as a “Qatari Air Force Facility,” officials have clarified that the site is part of a joint training and operational arrangement, not an independent Qatari base.

• The partnership builds on a longstanding defense cooperation agreement between the U.S. and Qatar, with the Gulf nation already operating American aircraft and maintaining close logistics ties.

What’s Really Being Built

• U.S. officials describe the project as an expansion of training infrastructure, designed to support joint flight operations, maintenance, and interoperability exercises.

• Construction is funded by Qatar, estimated at around $110 million, to accommodate Qatari pilots and personnel training on U.S.-made F-15 fighter jets.

• The move underscores Qatar’s deepening reliance on U.S. defense systems, as the country continues to modernize its air fleet through American technology.

Why Idaho — and Why Now

• Idaho’s Mountain Home AFB offers vast airspace and existing facilities ideal for high-level flight training — a major reason the U.S. Air Force approved the arrangement.

• The project also reflects a strategic pivot toward coalition readiness — ensuring that U.S. partners can operate seamlessly with American forces in future joint missions.

• Amid regional tensions in the Middle East, Doha’s investment signals confidence in long-term U.S. security ties, even as Qatar balances relationships with Iran and Turkey.

Geopolitical Undercurrents

• Qatar’s funding of infrastructure on U.S. soil blurs the traditional lines of host-nation support, indicating a mutual strategic dependency.

• The arrangement could serve as a template for other allied nations seeking deeper military integration with Washington without establishing overt “foreign bases.”

• It also highlights America’s growing use of allied partnerships to offset budgetary pressures while maintaining global reach.

Why This Matters

This development isn’t just about air training — it’s about embedding global alliances into U.S. territory, signaling a shift from transactional defense agreements toward interoperable military ecosystems.
Qatar’s foothold in Idaho represents the quiet globalization of U.S. defense infrastructure, blending diplomacy, finance, and strategy under one roof.

This is not just politics — it’s global finance restructuring before our eyes.

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Sources:
• Newsweek – Qatar is Getting an Air Force Facility in Idaho: What to Know
• Newsweek – Qatari Air Force Facility Update: Official Clarifies Status and Plans

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Jon Dowling: Quick RV Updates, Vietnam Currency News for October 10, 2025

Jon Dowling: Quick RV Updates, Vietnam Currency News for October 10, 2025

10-10-2025

The financial landscape is currently defined by drastic crosscurrents: on one hand, high-stakes geopolitical efforts aiming for regional stability; on the other, increasingly urgent warnings from major financial institutions about crippling systemic risk in global markets.

The Weekly RV Report, dated Friday, October 10th, 2025, provided a comprehensive snapshot of this delicate balance, highlighting everything from a potential gold-standard reset to the jaw-dropping surge in silver prices.

For investors navigating this complex environment, the message is clear: caution and strategic positioning are paramount.

This week’s geopolitical activity centered on critical diplomatic movements aimed at diffusing regional conflicts. President Trump’s upcoming visit to the Middle East, specifically Egypt, is viewed as a significant effort to broker peace and bring the protracted Gaza conflict to a close.

Parallel to this, the anticipated release of several long-held U.S. hostages offers a cautious signal of de-escalation in international relations.

While markets crave stability, these high-level negotiations demonstrate the deep interconnectedness between diplomacy and economic confidence.

Beneath the steady façade of recent equity performance, serious warnings are emerging from leading global financial bodies.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised a red flag regarding severe liquidity risks lurking in the foreign exchange market. The exposure is vast, concerning a staggering $9.6 trillion, underscoring potential systemic vulnerabilities that could amplify market shocks.

Echoing this concern is JP Morgan, which reiterated its severe warning about U.S. equities. According to their analysis, a probable sharp correction is not yet priced into the market, aligning with earlier, more ominous forecasts of a major market downturn predicted for late 2025 or early 2026.

These warnings suggest that while the current bull run may feel resilient, the underlying financial plumbing is stressed, making proactive risk management essential.

Perhaps the most significant development detailed in the report is the structural conversation surrounding the foundational nature of global debt.

The debate centers on the potential issuance of a U.S. gold-backed 50-year Treasury bond. As championed by economist and former Federal Reserve Board nominee Judy Shelton, this radical proposal could fundamentally redefine global monetary systems.

Shelton argues that tying Treasury debt to gold would restore international confidence, promote a level monetary playing field, and align with President Trump’s long-standing stance against currency manipulation.

While still in the conceptual phase, such a move would represent a monumental shift away from the current fiat system, creating a safer, more transparent mechanism for managing global debt and trade. This proposal alone signals the intense pressure policymakers feel to find genuine solutions to ballooning global leverage.

The U.S. Treasury is actively working to stabilize acute liquidity crises in struggling nations.

A notable example is the ongoing $20 billion currency swap agreement with Argentina, providing crucial short-term stability. Efforts to stabilize economies like Zimbabwe and Venezuela suggest a broader, coordinated push toward economic resets in nations burdened by currency crises.

On the investment front, Vietnam has become a major highlight. The country’s stock market received an official upgrade from frontier to emerging market status, positioning it as a prime institutional investment opportunity well ahead of its official inclusion in September 2026.

This move signals confidence in Vietnam’s growth trajectory despite global risks.

While monetary policy debates rage, precious metals are making history.

Silver prices surged dramatically this week, briefly touching levels above $51 an ounce—a height not seen since 1980—before a modest pullback. Gold remains robust, maintaining its strength as the quintessential store of value.

A technical indicator crucial to understanding silver’s rally is backwardation. This condition occurs when the spot price for immediate physical delivery of a commodity is higher than the price of futures contracts for delivery in the future.

In simple terms, backwardation in silver is a potent bullish signal. It indicates immediate and overwhelming demand for physical metal, suggesting that large holders (“whales”) are aggressively positioning themselves.

This market stress often forces “shorts” (those betting on lower prices) to cover their positions quickly, potentially fueling further rapid price increases.

The decline in crude oil prices provided a rare bit of positive news for consumers and global inflation concerns, while the dollar index remained steady but slightly elevated, reflecting the ongoing global flight to dollar safety amidst systemic warnings.

The current financial environment demands a dual strategy: vigilance regarding the immediate threat of market corrections (as warned by JP Morgan) and a forward-looking perspective on potential monetary resets (as proposed by Judy Shelton).

The RV Report concludes with a forceful reminder: precious metals are not merely investments right now—they are essential strategic assets and the historically proven hedge against the financial turbulence and global realignments that appear increasingly likely in the coming quarters.

For a deeper dive into these critical market signals and investment strategies, we strongly encourage you to watch the full video report from Jon Dowling.

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“Tidbits From TNT” Saturday 10-11-2025

TNT:

Tishwash:  (Eye on the South) Economic Conference to be hosted by Basra tomorrow

The organizing committee for the second annual Ta'tafaul Hub conference, under the theme "Eye on the South," announced that the conference will begin at 10:00 a.m. tomorrow, noting that the conference will focus on the economic situation in southern Iraq in various sectors.

The management told Al-Mirbad that the conference will be attended by representatives of the local government in Basra, along with a group of oil companies and representatives from other sectors.  link

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Tishwash:  Parliamentary movement to hold a session to decide on a number of important laws within two weeks.

MP Mukhtar al-Moussawi revealed on Friday that there is a broad parliamentary movement aimed at holding a parliamentary session soon to decide on a number of important laws that affect the rights of various segments of society and provide legal cover for the work of ministries and agencies.

Al-Moussawi told Al-Maalouma News Agency, “There is a parliamentary movement currently underway to hold a full quorum session to proceed with voting on a group of important laws that were not passed in previous sessions due to the absence of a large number of representatives.” He indicated that "these laws cannot be postponed until the next parliamentary session due to their direct importance in regulating the affairs of citizens and state institutions."

He added, "Efforts are currently underway to create understandings among parliamentary blocs to ensure members' attendance and voting on these laws," stressing the "need for positive engagement with citizens' rights and the country's interests by enacting laws that represent a national priority."

Al-Moussawi pointed out that "the proposed laws have already been read for the first and second time, and all that remains the voting stage," expecting that "the next few weeks, specifically within the next two weeks, will witness a decisive session if a final consensus is reached between the political forces."  link

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Tishwash: Government advisor: Monetary policy has achieved stability in the exchange rate and inflation.

The Prime Minister's financial advisor, Mazhar Mohammed Saleh, confirmed on Friday that Iraq has achieved unprecedented stability in inflation and prices, noting that inflation in the country is under control and unemployment is declining.

Saleh told the Iraqi News Agency (INA): "For the first time in Iraq's modern economic era, high growth is being achieved, characterized by stability in the general price level, as the annual inflation rate is stable within what is known as the natural price range or the natural fraction of inflation in the country."

He added, "Iraq has entered its third year with low growth rates in annual inflation indicators, measured monthly over a 12-month period. These rates fluctuate below 3%, reflecting the success of economic policies, particularly monetary policy, in achieving their goals toward a stable economy. Controlling inflation is the primary goal for maintaining price stability and the purchasing power of the Iraqi dinar."

He continued: "This decline in annual inflation was accompanied by a significant decline in annual unemployment rates, which fell from 17% to approximately 14%. Monetary policy also succeeded in maintaining the positive effects of the official exchange rate of 1,320 dinars per dollar and limiting the effects of the parallel exchange market on the stability of the pricing system."

He pointed out that "the government's support policy, through supporting the grain-producing agricultural sector, providing food and medicine baskets, fuel and electricity subsidies, in addition to customs and tax exemptions, which represent an estimated 25% of total public spending in the budget, or 13% of the gross domestic product, is one of the fundamental pillars of the fiscal policy that has confronted inflation and contributed to limiting its growth."

He explained that "trade policy, through price defense, by expanding stores that provide consumer and construction goods at stable cooperative prices, has in turn contributed to supporting price stability and combating inflation, thus enhancing the stability of the Iraqi economy."

Regarding the downsides of this price stability, he noted that "it has encouraged the export of some food and consumer goods, albeit on a limited scale, across borders, allowing other countries to benefit from the stability of basic prices in Iraq."

He concluded by saying, "Iraq is witnessing a significant price boom, which is an indicator of the success of economic policy implementation. This is a remarkable development, unprecedented in the past ten years, as this stability is reflected in the country's cash income."   link

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Government Advisor: Monetary Policy Has Achieved Stability In The Exchange Rate And Inflation

Money and Business  Economy News – Baghdad  The Prime Minister's financial advisor, Mazhar Mohammed Salih, confirmed on Friday that Iraq has achieved unprecedented stability in inflation and prices, noting that inflation in the country is under control and unemployment is declining.

Saleh said, "For the first time in Iraq's modern economic era, high growth is being achieved, characterized by stability in the general price level, with the annual inflation rate remaining within what is known as the natural price range or the natural fraction of inflation in the country."

He added, "Iraq has entered its third year with low growth rates in annual inflation indicators, measured monthly over a 12-month period. These rates fluctuate below 3%, reflecting the success of economic policies, particularly monetary policy, in achieving their goals toward a stable economy. Controlling inflation is the primary goal for maintaining price stability and the purchasing power of the Iraqi dinar."

He continued: "This decline in annual inflation was accompanied by a significant decline in annual unemployment rates, which fell from 17% to approximately 14%. Monetary policy also succeeded in maintaining the positive effects of the official exchange rate of 1,320 dinars per dollar and limiting the effects of the parallel exchange market on the stability of the pricing system."

He pointed out that "the government's support policy, through supporting the grain-producing agricultural sector, providing food and medicine baskets, fuel and electricity subsidies, in addition to customs and tax exemptions, which represent an estimated 25% of total public spending in the budget, or 13% of the gross domestic product, is one of the fundamental pillars of the fiscal policy that has confronted inflation and contributed to limiting its growth."

He explained that "trade policy, through price defense, by expanding stores that provide consumer and construction goods at stable cooperative prices, has in turn contributed to supporting price stability and combating inflation, thus enhancing the stability of the Iraqi economy."

Regarding the downsides of this price stability, he noted that "it has encouraged the export of some food and consumer goods, albeit on a limited scale, across borders, allowing other countries to benefit from the stability of basic prices in Iraq."

He concluded by saying, "Iraq is witnessing a significant price boom, which is an indicator of the success of economic policy implementation. This is a remarkable development, unprecedented in the past ten years, as this stability is reflected in the country's cash income."     https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=60962

The US Senate Votes Unanimously To Repeal The Iraq War Authorization.

Buratha News Agency1222025-10-10   The U.S. Senate voted unanimously on Thursday to repeal two authorizations that authorized the first Gulf War in 1991 and the 2003 invasion of Iraq. The vote came after the House of Representatives voted last month to repeal the resolution, returning war powers to Congress.

The Senate passed an amendment to repeal the resolution, introduced by Virginia Democratic Senator Tim Kaine and Indiana Republican Senator Todd Young, as part of the annual defense authorization bill that passed the Senate late Thursday.

“This is how war ends, not with a bang but with a thud,” Kaine said after the vote, which took only seconds with no debate or objections.

“Those wars changed America forever, and they changed the Middle East as well,” he added, according to the Associated Press.

This returns war powers to Congress after two decades of delegating those powers to the White House. Supporters of the resolution in both the House and Senate said that revoking the authorization is a crucial step to prevent future misuse and to affirm that Iraq is now a strategic partner of the United States.

The House of Representatives added a similar amendment to its version of the defense bill last September, meaning the revocation is likely to be included in the final version of the law after the two chambers consolidate the versions.

 Both bills also included a revocation of the 1991 authorization that authorized the U.S.-led Gulf War. Will Trump support the resolution? The Associated Press reported that while Congress appears close to passing the revocation resolution, it remains unclear whether President Donald Trump will support it.

 During his first term, his administration invoked the 2002 Iraq War authorization resolution as part of the legal justification for the 2020 drone strike that killed then-Iranian Quds Force commander Qassem Soleimani in Baghdad.

 However, this authorization has been rarely used since then. Senator Young said after the vote that he believed Trump should feel "very proud" of signing the bill, having campaigned on a pledge to end "forever wars." He added that it would make him the first president in modern history to legally end a long-running war.

“The vote sets an important precedent, which is that Congress now very clearly declares that it is our authority and responsibility not only to authorize the use of military force, but also to end armed conflicts,” Young said.

The vote, which was added to the broader defense bill, came amid a sharp partisan dispute over the government shutdown. Young added that the quick vote was “an extraordinary moment” that he hoped “shows some that we are still capable of getting critical things done in Congress.”

Two years ago, the Senate voted 66-30 to repeal the 2002 authorization. Although some Republicans privately told Kaine they still opposed the measure, none opposed Thursday night’s unanimous vote.

The 2001 authorization for the global war on terrorism would remain in place under the new bill. While the 1991 and 2002 authorizations were rarely used and focused specifically on Iraq, the 2001 authorization gave President George W. Bush broad authority to launch an invasion of Afghanistan.

Authorizing the use of force against "nations, organizations, or persons" who planned or supported the September 11, 2001, attacks against the United States. Since its adoption in September 2001, this authorization has been used in recent years to justify US military operations against groups such as al-Qaeda and its affiliates, including ISIS, and the Somali al-Shabaab movement.   http://burathanews.com/arabic/news/466304

Gold Is Heading For Its Eighth Consecutive Weekly Gain

economy | 09:18 - 10/10/2025  Mawazine News - Follow-up  Gold prices rose on Friday, heading for their eighth consecutive weekly gain, benefiting from safe-haven demand amid ongoing geopolitical and economic uncertainty, along with expectations of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut.

Spot gold rose 0.1% to $3,977.87 per ounce by 01:20 GMT. The precious metal is up 2.3% so far this week.
US gold futures for December delivery rose 0.5% to $3,992.40.

According to the CME FedWatch tool, traders currently expect a 25 basis point rate cut in October and another cut in December at 95% and 82%, respectively.

Markets were affected this week by political unrest in Japan and France, along with the ongoing government shutdown in the United States, factors that cast a shadow over investor confidence, which has flocked to gold as a safe haven.

Gold crossed the $4,000 per ounce threshold for the first time on Wednesday, reaching an all-time high of $4,059.05.
Among other precious metals, spot silver rose 1.2% to $49.70 per ounce after hitting an all-time high of $51.22 on Thursday. Platinum rose 0.4% to $1,625.30, and palladium gained 1% to $1,426. https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=268153

A Slight Increase In Iraqi Oil Prices In Global Markets

Economy | 09:29 - 10/10/2025  Mawazine News - Baghdad -  Iraqi oil prices recorded a slight increase during daily trading on Friday in the global market.

According to data, Basra Medium crude rose to $65.95 per barrel, while Basra Heavy crude recorded $64.40 per barrel, with a change rate of +0.32 for both.

Regarding global oil prices, British Brent crude recorded $65.03 per barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate crude recorded $61.36 per barrel, with a change rate of -0.15 and -0.19, respectively. https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=268154

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The Global Reset in Motion: Swap Lines, Debt Shifts & the New Financial Blueprint

Currency swaps, debt reversals, and digital networks are quietly redrawing the architecture of global finance.

A System Under Strain — and Redesign

• Swap lines as soft power: The U.S. Treasury’s new $20 billion currency swap with Argentina shows how economic diplomacy is replacing traditional aid. The dollar is being used not only as a reserve asset but as an instrument of geopolitical alignment.

• Debt flows reversing: For the first time in two decades, developing nations are net repaying China, a signal that Beijing’s Belt & Road era of easy credit has entered a phase of collection and consolidation.

• Rise of alternative rails: BRICS’ new digital-currency settlement network and commodity-based exchanges offer parallel systems for trade and payment outside Western financial chokeholds.

These developments are not random. They reveal a world shifting from unipolar control toward competing, asset-anchored financial architectures.

Friction and Fragmentation

• Sovereignty backlash: Nations dependent on the dollar are experimenting with regional settlement systems to avoid the risk of sanctions or reserve seizures.

• Liquidity divergence: As financial systems decouple, cross-border liquidity and interoperability will become the new frontlines of competition.

• Hidden power shift: Emerging markets able to host trusted digital settlement systems will gain leverage far beyond their GDP share.

Why This Matters

We are witnessing a reset in slow motion — not an overnight collapse, but a re-wiring of capital routes, reserve logic, and political leverage. What used to be economics is now strategy.

This is not just politics — it’s global finance restructuring before our eyes.

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Sources:
• Al Jazeera – U.S. buys Argentinian pesos, finalises $20 billion currency swap (aljazeera.com)
• Reuters – Developing nations rack up $3.9 billion net debt payments to China (reuters.com)
• Watcher Guru – BRICS digital currency network bypasses the West (watcher.guru)

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When the South Pays Back: China’s Waning Grip and the Next Debt Order

Once the world’s lender of choice, China now finds its capital flowing back home — and its influence shrinking.

The Numbers Tell the Story

• According to Boston University’s Global Development Policy Center, developing nations are now paying $3.9 billion more per year to China than they receive in new loans.

• From 2008 to 2024, China’s policy banks lent over $472 billion to infrastructure projects across Asia, Africa, and Latin America. Now, many of those loans are maturing — and repayment, not expansion, defines Beijing’s balance sheet.

• The net reversal began in 2022 and 2023, marking a structural pivot in China’s development diplomacy.

From Builder to Collector

• Debt-collector posture: China is tightening repayment schedules and invoking collateral clauses — including escrowed commodity revenues — in nations like Zambia and Sri Lanka.

• Soft-power erosion: With less new money flowing, Beijing’s ability to buy goodwill through development finance is weakening.

• Private-sector dominance: Despite the headlines, private Western lenders still hold the majority of developing-world debt, underscoring that the true debt crisis is global, not just Sino-centric.

Strategic Repercussions

• Funding vacuum: As China retrenches, BRICS and regional blocs may need to mobilize local-currency credit to fill the gap.

• Dollar corridor pressure: Reduced Chinese lending could pull countries back into U.S. financial orbit — unless alternative rails such as the BRICS digital currency network scale quickly.

• Emerging multipolar credit system: Expect South–South and regional lending consortia to multiply, each experimenting with gold- or commodity-backed settlement models.

Why This Matters

China’s shrinking role marks a turning tide in global leverage. The creditor of the Global South is now a collector, and that changes who holds the reins of tomorrow’s monetary system.

This is not just politics — it’s global finance restructuring before our eyes.

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Sources:
• Reuters – Developing nations rack up $3.9 billion net debt payments to China (reuters.com)
• Reuters – China shifts from banker to debt collector (reuters.com)
• Reuters – China’s collateral demands curbing emerging countries’ fiscal control (reuters.com)

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Wall Street’s Gold Grab: 1,300+ Tonnes Before the BRICS Currency Launch

As BRICS prepares to unveil its asset-backed digital currency, U.S. financial giants quietly accumulate historic amounts of gold.

A Massive Gold Rush on the Eve of Monetary Change

• Wall Street accumulates 1,300+ tonnes: In the months leading up to the BRICS currency launch, major U.S. institutions — including hedge funds and sovereign-backed asset managers — have reportedly purchased over 1,300 tonnes of physical gold, a figure equivalent to one-third of annual global mine production.

• Market data confirms the trend: CME futures reports and COMEX vault inflows show surging delivery requests, suggesting institutional investors are converting paper contracts into allocated bullion.

• Strategic timing: Analysts note that the timing coincides with BRICS’ plans to roll out an asset-backed settlement currency, raising speculation that U.S. financial players are positioning for a revaluation of gold’s role in global finance.

Wall Street’s moves suggest that even Western markets are preparing for a post-dollar valuation paradigm — one where tangible reserves, not fiat credit, anchor global confidence.

Gold as the Hedge Against Monetary Fragmentation

• Repricing risk: Central banks and private institutions are betting that gold could be revalued as part of a new settlement mechanism under the BRICS bloc.

• Reserve diversification: The accumulation also reflects U.S. investors’ concerns over geopolitical fragmentation, rising sovereign debt, and the declining share of the dollar in global reserves.

• Historic parallel: The scale mirrors accumulation trends last seen before major monetary realignments — notably the Bretton Woods collapse (1971) and the 1979 gold run amid inflationary shocks.

When capital quietly shifts toward hard assets, it signals anticipation — not fear. Gold is being treated once again as the ultimate ledger of value.

Global Context: BRICS’ Strategic Gold Standard

• BRICS’ next move: Reports indicate the upcoming BRICS settlement platform will allow member states to clear trade in tokenized assets backed by gold and other commodities.

• De-dollarization by design: This would enable trade bypassing Western payment systems, rebalancing global reserve power toward the East.

• Power convergence: As the U.S. financial elite accumulates what BRICS intends to formalize, both sides of the financial divide appear to be converging — not in cooperation, but in anticipation of the same shift.

The lines between East and West may blur if both are now preparing for the same monetary realignment.

Why This Matters

Gold is no longer just a hedge — it’s the new pivot point of credibility in a fragmented world.
If both BRICS and Wall Street are preparing for a return to tangible settlement systems, it marks the most profound redefinition of monetary trust since the end of the gold standard.

This is not just politics — it’s global finance restructuring before our eyes.

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Sources:
• Watcher Guru – Wall Street Buys 1,300+ Tonnes of Gold Before BRICS Currency Launch (watcher.guru)
• World Gold Council – Central Bank Gold Demand Hits Record Highs (2024–2025)
• Reuters – Gold demand and geopolitical risk drive institutional accumulation
• IMF Bulletin – Asset-Backed Settlement Systems and Reserve Diversification

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DRP to Create 16 Million New Jobs in Iraq

DRP to Create 16 Million New Jobs in Iraq

Edu Matrix: 10-10-2025

Iraq stands on the cusp of a monumental transformation. A recent insightful video from Sandy Ingram of Edu Matrix shed light on one of the most ambitious infrastructure initiatives in the country’s recent history: the Development Road Project (DRP).

More than just a transportation route, the DRP is poised to fundamentally reshape Iraq’s economic landscape over the next three decades, promising a future of unprecedented growth and global integration.

This holistic approach underscores the DRP’s ambition: to create not just a path for goods, but a vibrant ecosystem for commerce, innovation, and urban development.

Crucially, all technical and economic studies for the Development Road Project are now complete, marking a significant transition from planning to the execution phase. The next critical step involves an international ministerial meeting, where Iraq will present its findings and actively seek to attract global partner countries and investment.

Following this formal approval, Iraq plans to launch a worldwide campaign to draw in investors. Interest is already keen, with the European Union and neighboring countries expressing significant enthusiasm for participating in this transformative venture.

The operational launch of the DRP is strategically tied to the completion of the Grand Fault Port, which is set to become a key logistical hub, further enhancing Iraq’s role in regional and international trade.

While official plans regarding adjustments to the Iraqi dinar (IQD) remain speculative, the project’s success is widely anticipated to catalyze significant economic revitalization. The expected reduction in unemployment and robust GDP growth resulting from the DRP’s success strongly suggest that fundamental economic improvements could lead to substantial changes in currency valuation over time.

The Development Road Project is more than just infrastructure; it signifies Iraq’s bold and unequivocal move towards deeper global economic integration and a future defined by long-term prosperity. It’s a testament to the nation’s renewed ambition and its commitment to building a resilient, diversified economy.

For a deeper dive into this transformative initiative and its profound implications, be sure to watch the full video from Edu Matrix. The journey to a new economic era for Iraq has officially begun.

https://youtu.be/EzAKpu8ebjw

Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Friday Afternoon 10-10-25

Oliver Wyman Reviews Criteria For Iraq’s Digital Banks
   
Iraq     Amr Salem     October 9, 2025     650      Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) – The Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq (CBI), Ali al-Alaq,  revealed on Thursday that   Oliver Wyman is reviewing the criteria set by the CBI  to issue licenses for digital banks in the country.
 
In a statement to the Iraqi News Agency (INA),  al-Alaq indicated that the leading international management consulting firm  will provide the CBI with a final report within the next few days.

 An aerial view of the new headquarters of the Central Bank of Iraq (CBI). Photo: Zaha Hadid Architects

The CBI has received approximately  80 applications to create digital banks in the country, according to al-Alaq.
 
Licenses can only be awarded following a set of criteria based on  market research, the  nature of the business, and  other countries’ experiences,  where the number of digital banks is often limited to three or four.
 
Officials from the CBI and representatives from Oliver Wyman  discussed in August a banking reform proposal  offered by the Iraqi Private Banks League (IPBL)  to modernize Iraq’s banking industry and  align operations with worldwide practices.
 
The strategy intends to  stabilize the banking sector  so that it can function securely and effectively  in accordance with international norms and standards,  as well as local legislation,  while also strengthening governance, compliance, and risk management.
 
The strategy also allows banks to perform an economic role that promotes growth  while providing the most effective services possible.
 
The CBI noted that adopting the  strategy will boost local and international trust in Iraq’s banking industry.

Iraq’s Central Bank revealed last month that  it reached an agreement with Oliver Wyman to perform a thorough analysis of the conditions under which Iraqi banks are prohibited from conducting transactions in US dollars.
 
The two sides discussed the  usage of electronic payment cards andstrategies to encourage and manage their usein keeping with Iraq’s shift toward electronic payments.
 
The CBI stated that Oliver Wyman will focus on  improving bank procedures to align with international standards.
 
Additionally, they will create effective strategies  for reintegrating Iraqi banks that have been barred from conducting US dollar transactions  back into the banking sector,both domestically and internationally.    
  
https://www.iraqinews.com/iraq/oliver-wyman-reviews-criteria-for-iraqs-digital-banks/

 The Central Bank Discusses With The German Commerzbank Ways To Enhance Banking Cooperation.
 
October 09, 2025   His Excellency the Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq, Mr. Ali Mohsen Al-Alaq,received in Baghdad Mr. Michael German,Representative of the    Institutional Clients and International Transaction Banking Sectorat Commerzbank AG,  to   discuss ways to enhance cooperation between the two sides.

The meeting  discussed prospects for developing banking relations  with Iraqi banks operating in the local market, which would contribute to supporting economic activity and   strengthening financial ties   between Iraq and  Germany.

The importance of   exchanging technical expertise and  developing cooperation mechanisms   in the areas of  trade finance, international payments management, and banking correspondence was emphasized, thus  enhancing the  efficiency of the Iraqi financial system and its   connection to the European banking sector.
 
The two parties expressed their commitment to   continuing     coordination and    joint consultation   to  support Iraq's global financial standing and   develop its foreign banking relations   in accordance with the highest approved standards. 
    Central Bank of Iraq     Media Office      October 9, 2025    https://cbi.iq/news/view/3008    

Combating Financial Fraud Enhances Confidence In The Banking Sector

Due to the successes achieved by the government and the Central Bank during the years (2023-2025) in expanding the field of digital transformation, activating electronic payment, and spreading the culture of using electronic cards among citizens.

The Central Bank and banks have begun receiving complaints of electronic financial fraud involving the exploitation of the accounts of retirees and various segments of society, particularly this year. Several cases of electronic financial fraud have been identified, including the withdrawal of deposits and salaries from employees' and bank customers' accounts using various fraudulent methods, which constitute financial crimes punishable by the Iraqi judiciary.

In addition to the entry and exit of funds through unofficial border crossings, which are exploited for currency counterfeiting and money laundering, the Central Bank has announced the creation of a complaints platform and is urging banks to launch a broad media and advertising campaign to warn citizens of the dangers of engaging in these illegal activities and their potential to harm the national economy.

Government agencies, the judiciary, and oversight bodies in Iraq have amended their applicable laws, issued new instructions and proactive controls, and developed procedural and electronic means to combat these crimes and protect their funds and the national economy.

Iraq, like other countries, has activated its economic and legislative apparatus and institutions to combat these crimes. It issued Anti-Money Laundering Law No. 39 of 2015, which included 12 chapters and articles that defined the crimes covered by the law and the penalties for each financial crime. It also adheres to international standards that limit money laundering issued by the FATF, in addition to the crimes of counterfeiting, forgery and fraud stipulated in the Iraqi Penal Code and the instructions issued by the financial and monetary authorities, represented by the Central Bank of Iraq and the Ministry of Finance, to combat these crimes with the aim of preserving Iraq’s funds, especially its foreign currency, due to the impact of these crimes on the national economy and the creation of stifling economic and financial crises, which reflects on sustainable development.

The serious matter that contributes to the spread of this phenomenon is the weak compliance of financial and banking institutions with international compliance rules and standards, which means they are exposed to financial risks of all kinds, the most important of which are reputational risks, which directly affect Iraq’s international economic, financial and banking transactions, which affect Iraq’s external economic relations with countries around the world, especially the financial and banking transactions of Arab and foreign correspondent banks.

However, laws alone and internal judicial procedures cannot combat these financial crimes, which requires the development of local and international proactive electronic oversight methods by adopting mechanisms and policies regulated by international agreements for cooperation in reducing financial crimes related to money laundering, terrorist financing and electronic financial crimes related to electronic payment operations. https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=60929

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Friday Afternoon 10-10-25

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U.S. Backs Argentina with $20B Peso Swap Amid Crisis

Washington steps in with pesos and a swap line — shifting from geopolitics to banking leverage.

What Happened

• The U.S. purchased Argentine pesos and finalized a $20 billion currency swap framework with Argentina’s central bank, according to statements by U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.

• Bessent said the move responds to “acute illiquidity” in Argentina and framed the U.S. as uniquely able to act swiftly. 

• The timing coincides with a sharp peso devaluation (~6% drop), dwindling foreign reserves, and political strain ahead of Argentina’s October midterm elections. 

Why It Matters

• Hard intervention via currency plumbing — instead of just sanctions or debt relief, the U.S. is directly influencing Argentina’s forex and liquidity.

• Political optics & alignment — Argentina’s President Milei is a pro-Trump ally. This swap underscores U.S. influence in regional politics and economics.

• Credit risk & legitimacy — Some U.S. lawmakers have called this a hidden “bailout,” citing inconsistency with “America First” rhetoric. 

How This Ties to Global Reform Narratives

• When a superpower steps into another nation’s currency markets, it shows how monetary sovereignty is porous under global pressure.

• Deals like this strengthen the argument for parallel financial infrastructure: nations that fear external intervention may prefer local rails, gold, or crypto hedges.

• In a multipolar world, capital flows are another front for influence — not only military or trade sanctions.

Why This Matters / Key Takeaway

The U.S. swap with Argentina is more than financial rescue — it’s a projection of influence through currency leverage.
This reinforces how financial tools are being weaponized in the new world order — the kind of shift that signals more than just a bailout.

This is not just politics — it’s global finance restructuring before our eyes.

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Sources:
• Al Jazeera – U.S. buys Argentinian pesos, finalises $20bn currency swap, says U.S. Treasury Al Jazeera

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Coinbase & Mastercard Vie for BVNK — A $2B Stablecoin Power Move

Traditional finance and crypto giants race to control the backbone of tomorrow’s payments rails.

What’s Playing Out

• Coinbase and Mastercard are in advanced talks to acquire BVNK, a London-based stablecoin infrastructure firm. The potential price tag? $1.5 to $2.5 billion. 

• While nothing is finalized, sources suggest Coinbase currently leads the bidding. 

• BVNK builds enterprise-grade stablecoin payment systems, reportedly processing over $20 billion annually and serving clients like Worldpay, Flywire, and dLocal. 

Why It Could Be a Game Changer

• If completed, this deal would become the largest acquisition in stablecoin history, overtaking Stripe’s $1.1B purchase of Bridge in 2024. 

• It signals how deeply traditional finance (Mastercard) and crypto infrastructure (Coinbase) see stablecoins as central to future payment systems.

• This move is likely influenced by recent regulation shifts—e.g. the GENIUS Act in the U.S. pushing stablecoin clarity and adoption.

Challenges & Tensions Ahead

• Regulatory uncertainty still looms large—will stablecoins face harsher oversight, reserve requirements, or restrictions?

• Integration & scaling risks: BVNK’s tech must mesh seamlessly with legacy banking systems and comply with cross-border rules.

• Valuation risk: Betting $2B on a payments infrastructure firm could backfire if adoption, security, or interoperability falters.

• Conflict of control: If Mastercard wins, it could tilt stablecoin rails toward traditional finance dominance; if Coinbase wins, crypto infrastructure holds more influence.

How This Ties into Global Restructuring

• Control over stablecoin rails = control over capital flows. Whoever owns the infrastructure captures downstream influence over payments, data, and settlement.

• This race reflects the broader shift toward hybrid monetary systems, where stablecoins, CBDCs, and fiat coexist and compete.

• As nations push de-dollarization, having dominant stablecoin infrastructure offers a lever to shape alternative (non-USD) economic corridors.

Why This Matters / Key Takeaway

This isn’t just a big acquisition fight—it’s a battle for the plumbing of future money.
Whoever wins BVNK gains a strategic node in the next global payments regime.
In a world where financial sovereignty matters more than ever, the stakes of this race go beyond profit—they tie into who defines the next monetary order.

This is not just politics — it’s global finance restructuring before our eyes.

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Sources & Further Reading
• Coinbase and Mastercard in $2 billion bidding race for stablecoin firm BVNK — TradingView TradingView
• Coinbase and Mastercard held talks to acquire BVNK — CoinDesk CoinDesk
• Coinbase, Mastercard compete to acquire stablecoin firm BVNK — FXStreet FXStreet
• The stablecoin discount & hybrid monetary ecosystems (papers on stablecoin-finance relations) arXiv

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Trump Passed Over: Why the 2025 Nobel Went to Machado Instead

He claimed to stop wars — but the Nobel Committee backed a fighter for democracy in Venezuela.

What the Nobel Committee Actually Recognized

• 2025 Nobel Peace Prize awarded to María Corina Machado for her “tireless work promoting democratic rights” and “struggle to achieve a just and peaceful transition from dictatorship to democracy.” 

• Machado has been a central figure in Venezuela’s opposition — despite being banned from holding office, living in hiding, and seeing many of her allies arrested. 

• In contrast, although Trump has publicly campaigned for the prize — citing ceasefires and peace deals — his record is contested. 

Trump’s Peace Claims Under Scrutiny

• Trump repeatedly says he “stopped six or seven wars” in his presidency, citing conflicts like India/Pakistan, Congo/Rwanda, Cambodia/Thailand, and Israel/Iran. 

• Experts and fact-checkers point out that many of his cited "wars" were ceasefires, diplomatic mediations, or claims with limited verification — not full, lasting conflict resolution.

• The Nobel Committee tends to favor long-term impact, human rights, and the reinforcement of peace over episodic or politically timed interventions. 

Why Machado’s Selection Speaks to Deeper Shifts

• Democracy as Peacework: Awarding the prize to a democracy advocate under authoritarian duress signals that political freedom is now a central criterion for global peace legitimacy.

• Undermining the Old Narrative: Trump’s framing treats peace as a prize for dealmaking; Machado’s framing treats peace as a struggle embedded in sovereignty.

• Message to Global Order: In a time when financial and institutional systems are fracturing, honoring someone rooted in resistance suggests prestige is shifting toward those who build from the ground up.

The Bigger Implication — Who Sets the Story of Peace?

If peace is defined by treaties and accords, Trump’s narrative fits.
If peace is defined by resilience, justice, and transformation, Machado’s narrative holds deeper weight.
The Nobel decision may reflect a transition: from honoring political actors of scale to honoring agents of structural change.

Why This Matters / Key Takeaway

Trump may claim to have ended wars, but the Nobel honors those whose peace work withstands time, repression, and systemic pressure.
Choosing Machado over Trump is more than a prize decision — it signals a shift in how the world measures peace and power in an era of realignment.

This is not just politics — it’s global finance restructuring before our eyes.

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Sources:
• NobelPrize.org – 2025 Nobel Peace Prize press release NobelPrize.org
• Reuters – Machado wins Nobel Peace Prize Reuters
• CBS News – Nobel Peace Prize awarded to Machado CBS News
• Washington Post – Nobel and Trump position The Washington Post
• FactCheck.org – Trump’s war-stopping claims analysis FactCheck.org
• The Independent – Expert views on Trump’s Nobel campaign The Independent
• The Guardian – coverage of Machado’s selection The Guardian

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Tishwash:  US Senate unanimously endorses repeal of 2002 Iraq war resolution

WASHINGTON (AP) — More than two decades later, Congress is on the verge of writing a closing chapter to the war in Iraq.

More than two decades later, Congress is on the verge of writing a closing chapter to the war in Iraq.

The Senate voted Thursday to repeal the resolution that authorized the 2003 U.S. invasion, following a House vote last month that would return the basic war power to Congress.

The amendment by Virginia Sen. Tim Kaine, a Democrat, and Indiana Sen. Todd Young, a Republican, was approved by voice vote to an annual defense authorization bill that passed the Senate late Thursday — a unanimous endorsement for ending the war that many now view as a mistake.

Iraqi deaths were estimated in the hundreds of thousands, and nearly 5,000 U.S. troops were killed in the war after President George W. Bush’s administration falsely claimed that then-President Saddam Hussein was stockpiling weapons of mass destruction.

“That’s the way the war ends, not with a bang but a whimper,” Kaine said after the vote, which lasted only a few seconds with no debate and no objections. Still, he said, “America is forever changed by those wars, and the Middle East is too.”

Supporters in both the House and Senate say the repeal is crucial to prevent future abuses and to reinforce that Iraq is now a strategic partner of the United States. The House added a similar amendment to its version of the defense measure in September, meaning the repeal is likely to end up in the final bill once the two chambers reconcile the two pieces of legislation. Both bills also repeal the 1991 authorization that sanctioned the U.S.-led Gulf War.

While Congress appears poised to pass the repeal, it is unclear whether President Donald Trump will support it. During his first term, his administration cited the 2002 Iraq resolution as part of its legal justification for a 2020 U.S. drone strike that killed Iranian Gen. Qassim Soleimani. It has otherwise been rarely used.

Young said after the vote that he thinks Trump should “take great pride” in signing the bill after campaigning on ending so-called “forever wars,” especially because he would be the first president in recent history to legally end a longstanding war.

He said the vote establishes an important precedent.

“Congress is now very clearly asserting that it is our prerogative and our responsibility not only to authorize but also to bring to an end military conflicts,” Young said.

The bipartisan vote, added to the larger bipartisan defense measure, came amid a bitter partisan standoff over a weeklong government shutdown. Young said the quick vote was an “extraordinary moment” that he hopes “will help some people see that we can still do consequential things in the U.S. Congress.”

The Senate also voted to repeal the 2002 resolution two years ago on a 66-30 vote. While some Republicans privately told Kaine that they were still opposed to the measure, none objected to the unanimous vote on the floor Thursday evening.

A separate 2001 authorization for the global war on terror would remain in place under the bill. While the 2002 and 1991 resolutions are rarely used and focused on just one country, Iraq, the 2001 measure gave President George W. Bush broad authority for the invasion of Afghanistan, approving force “against those nations, organizations, or persons” that planned or aided the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks on the United States.

Passed in September 2001, it has been used in recent years to justify U.S. military action against groups — including al-Qaida and its affiliates, such as the Islamic State group and al-Shabab — that are deemed to be a threat against America.  link

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Tishwash:  Preemptive strikes thwart attempts to promote counterfeit currency in Iraqi markets.

The Parliamentary Security and Defense Committee revealed, on Wednesday, that new qualitative strikes had been directed against networks specialized in counterfeiting local and foreign currency in several governorates.

Committee member, MP Yasser Iskandar, told Al-Maalouma Agency, “Several joint and specialized security teams have succeeded over the past two weeks in carrying out four qualitative operations during which a number of suspects were arrested and counterfeit money was seized that was on its way to the markets.”

He added that "these operations came within the framework of a distinguished intelligence effort aimed at blocking the path of these networks that are trying to harm the national economy by counterfeiting and circulating currency," noting that "citizens' awareness and cooperation with the security services have contributed fundamentally to the success of many of the seizure procedures."

Iskandar pointed out that "investigations are ongoing to uncover the nature of the work of these networks and completely block attempts to re-counterfeit currency in the future."   link

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Tishwash:  Italy considers Iraq, Kurdistan safe for Italian investors, eyes deeper economic ties

Italy is pushing to expand its business footprint in Iraq and the Kurdistan Region beyond oil and energy, the country’s ambassador to Iraq told Rudaw in an exclusive interview on Tuesday, as Baghdad and Erbil’s growing stability and developments across all sectors draw renewed interests from European investors. 

 “We started our cooperation decades ago, and the two main sectors were infrastructure, construction, and energy sector, so oil and gas mainly,” Italy’s Ambassador to Iraq Niccolo Fontana told Rudaw, adding Rome’s diplomatic missions in Iraq are currently focused on diversifying cooperation into non-oil fields.

Rome and Erbil enjoy good ties and last year Italy upgraded its consulate in Erbil to a consulate general.

 Italy is a member of the global coalition against the Islamic State (ISIS) that was formed by the United States in 2014 when the terror group seized control of a swath of Iraqi and Syrian land. Italian forces have had a key role in training Kurdish Peshmerga forces.

 A year into office in Iraq, the Italian ambassador said he had witnessed clear signs of transformation and economic momentum. 

 “I saw a transformed city for the better, notably in terms of infrastructure. But I see a lot of construction works going on, both in Baghdad and Erbil,” he said, adding that “We say in Italy that when there is construction going on, it means there's a push towards social economic development.”

 “What we as an embassy and with the consulate general in Erbil, are trying to do right now is to attract more companies in non-oil sectors,” the ambassador said, adding Rome is encouraging companies to work in the “agro industrial sector” to work in Kurdistan, underscoring the safety and security in the Region. 

 Fontana described “stability” as “the right word to describe what's going on now in the country,” crediting both Baghdad and Erbil for playing “a role as a stabilizing factor in the region.”

 The ambassador noted that his country is “committed to working alongside Iraq and Kurdistan to enhance furthermore this development,” highlighting a shared interest in stability and economic diversification. 

 “Together with the Kurdish government, we organized a mission to Rome last July, and apparently we succeeded in convincing an important Italian group to come here,” the ambassador revealed, adding that “they are coming in mid-October here to check, really in person, if those opportunities are real, and how to cooperate with local partners.”

 As Iraq and Kurdistan seek to attract broader foreign investment, Italy’s strategy aligns with their vision of diversifying the economy, strengthening local industries and deepening regional ties. 

Below is the full transcript of the interview with Niccolo Fontana. link  link

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