Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Sunday Morning 12-28-25

Good Morning Dinar Recaps,

The Architecture of the New Global Financial System Is Already Visible

Gold-backed value, digital rails, and ISO-compliant assets form the backbone

Overview

• Central banks are accelerating gold accumulation as neutral monetary collateral

• The next system is shaping up as asset-backed, digital, and interoperable

• ISO 20022 compliance has become the baseline requirement for participation

• A limited group of digital assets are positioned for institutional use

• Speed, finality, scalability, and compliance now outweigh ideology

Key Developments

• Central banks have shifted from fiat expansion to reserve hardening

• Gold is increasingly treated as balance-sheet insurance rather than a legacy asset

• ISO 20022 messaging is live across major payment and settlement systems

• BRICS introduced the Unit, a basket-backed settlement instrument for wholesale trade

• Countries are preparing sovereign digital currencies backed by domestic assets

• Interoperability between national systems is now the primary challenge

Special Focus: Key Watched Technologies and Assets

ISO 20022 Digital Assets
Only a small number of digital assets meet institutional requirements for messaging compatibility, regulatory oversight, and throughput. These assets are designed to function inside financial infrastructure, not outside it.

XRP as a Bridge Asset
XRP was designed to provide on-demand liquidity between currencies without requiring pre-funded accounts. Its ability to move value in seconds at negligible cost addresses the core inefficiencies of correspondent banking. Scalability, speed, and finality position XRP as connective infrastructure rather than a speculative store of value.

Bitcoin’s Structural Limitations
Bitcoin demonstrated that digital scarcity is possible, but it was not designed for modern settlement. Long confirmation times, high fees during congestion, and limited throughput restrict its usefulness for institutional-scale payments. Bitcoin functions as a speculative asset, not financial plumbing.

BRICS Unit and Multipolar Settlement
The BRICS Unit reflects a broader move toward collateral-backed settlement instruments that reduce reliance on any single national currency. It signals a shift from reserve dominance to asset-based trust.

Why It Matters

The global financial system is not collapsing — it is being rewired. Nations are preserving sovereignty while upgrading rails. Value is being anchored to assets, while movement of value is being digitized. This separation of what backs money from how money moves is the defining feature of the transition now underway.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

For foreign currency holders, the reset changes what determines credibility. Currencies tied to real assets, efficient settlement, and compliant infrastructure gain durability. Those dependent on debt expansion, slow rails, and political leverage face repricing risk. Watching infrastructure readiness now matters more than watching headlines.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar: Assets Back Value, Networks Move It
  Gold and national resources anchor trust, while digital rails provide speed and scale.

• Pillar: Interoperability Over Dominance
  The future system favors connection between currencies, not replacement of them.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Bank for International Settlements – “ISO 20022 and the future of global payments”

• World Gold Council – “Central banks and gold: reserve diversification trends”

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Silver vs Gold: Same Monetary Family, Very Different Market Mechanics

Why silver behaves like a leveraged monetary metal while gold anchors stability

Overview

• Gold and silver both function as monetary metals, but their market structures differ sharply

• Gold trades primarily as a reserve asset, while silver straddles monetary and industrial demand

• Silver’s smaller market size makes it more sensitive to leverage and liquidity stress

• Divergence between the two often signals shifts in risk, inflation expectations, and liquidity

Key Developments

• Central banks overwhelmingly accumulate gold, not silver, for reserves

• Silver demand is split between industrial use and investment, tightening supply cycles

• Paper-to-physical ratios are significantly higher in silver markets

• Silver inventories are thinner relative to annual demand

• Gold markets are deeper and more liquid, reducing volatility

• Silver reacts faster — and more violently — during leverage unwinds

Market Mechanics: Why They Behave Differently

Gold
Gold functions as a monetary anchor. Central banks hold it, sovereigns settle with it, and it carries minimal industrial dependency. Its futures and OTC markets are large and liquid, allowing stress to dissipate more slowly. Gold moves when confidence shifts — but rarely gaps without cause.

Silver
Silver behaves like a pressure valve. Its dual role creates constant tension between industrial consumption and monetary demand. Because the silver market is much smaller, leveraged positions dominate price discovery during stress. When liquidity tightens or physical supply is constrained, silver reprices rapidly.

Why It Matters

Silver often moves after gold signals a trend — but moves faster and farther once constraints appear. This is not speculation; it is structure. When markets begin repricing monetary risk, gold establishes credibility while silver exposes fragility. The relationship acts as an early warning system for leverage, inflation, and settlement stress.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

For foreign currency holders, the gold–silver relationship reveals confidence versus pressure. Gold reflects trust erosion in fiat systems, while silver reflects stress inside them. When silver outperforms sharply, it suggests leverage is unwinding and liquidity is thinning — conditions that often precede currency instability or repricing

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar: Gold Anchors, Silver Signals
  Gold stabilizes confidence; silver exposes structural strain.

• Pillar: Liquidity Determines Volatility
  Smaller, leveraged markets reprice faster when systems are stressed.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• World Gold Council — “Gold Demand Trends and Central Bank Reserves”

• Silver Institute — “World Silver Survey: Supply, Demand, and Market Structure”

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Ukraine Under Fire Ahead of Critical Zelenskiy–Trump Summit

Mass missile and drone strikes intensify pressure as peace talks approach

Overview

• Russia launched a large-scale aerial assault on Kyiv and other regions

• The attack came just ahead of a high-stakes meeting between President Zelenskiy and President Trump

• Hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles targeted civilian and energy infrastructure

• The timing signals an attempt to shape negotiations through escalation

Key Developments

• Ukraine reported approximately 500 drones and 40 missiles launched overnight

• Air raid alerts lasted nearly ten hours in Kyiv

• At least one fatality and multiple injuries were confirmed, including children

• Energy facilities were struck, leaving large portions of Kyiv without heat and power

• Damage was reported across seven districts, including residential high-rises

• Polish airspace disruptions triggered heightened regional military readiness

• Peace discussions center on territorial control, security guarantees, and economic zones

• A draft 20-point peace framework is nearing completion but remains unresolved

Why It Matters

This escalation underscores how military pressure is being used as leverage at the negotiating table. Energy infrastructure targeting highlights the weaponization of winter hardship, while the timing ahead of diplomatic talks suggests an effort to influence terms before concessions are finalized. The conflict remains a major destabilizing force for Europe and global markets.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

For foreign currency holders, renewed escalation increases geopolitical risk premiums across Europe. Energy disruption, reconstruction costs, and prolonged uncertainty strain fiscal balances and influence currency valuation. Wars that drag into negotiation phases often trigger currency realignment, reserve shifts, and debt restructuring, all critical signals for those watching the global reset.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar: War Accelerates Financial Fragmentation
  Prolonged conflict deepens the divide between geopolitical blocs and settlement systems.

• Pillar: Energy Security Equals Currency Stability
  Targeted infrastructure attacks directly impact inflation, sovereign budgets, and monetary credibility.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Reuters — “Russia launches massive air attack on Kyiv ahead of Zelenskiy-Trump talks”

• Modern Diplomacy — “Ukraine Under Fire Ahead of Critical Zelenskiy-Trump Summit”

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Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Sunday Morning 12-28-25

Idle Wealth, Not Imminent Bankruptcy: A Financial Expert Refutes 2030 Scenarios And Reveals To Iraq Observer The Strengths Of The Iraqi Economy.
 
December 20, 2025  Baghdad/Iraq Observer   Parliamentary warnings that  Iraq could face total bankruptcy by 2030 if current spending mechanisms continue   have sparked a wave of controversy in economic circles,  amid questions about the   true state of the country’s finances and its  actual ability to overcome upcoming challenges.

In response to these statements, Mustafa Hantoush, who is concerned with financial and banking affairs,   confirmed that Iraq is considered one of the very rich countries, stressing that    talk of bankruptcy is not based on realistic data  as much as it is related to financial mismanagement.
 
Hantoush explained to Iraq Observer that “the Iraqi government, as a central government,  owns  more than two-thirds of the country’s land, in addition to  factories,  plants, and  extensive real estate assets owned by the state, as well as long-term contracts with millions of citizens,  which constitutes a large economic base that has  not yet been optimally invested.”

He added that   “Iraq does not rely solely on its visible resources,  but also possesses enormous underground wealth,  including oil, gas, and rare minerals,” stressing that “these capabilities make the country a nation capable of rapid recovery  if it has an efficient financial administration that    invests revenues correctly and    seriously combats corruption.

” Hantoush pointed out that  “economic studies confirm that Iraq,  which has an area of ​​about 430,000 square kilometers,    has a high percentage of land suitable for development, as    about 80% of its area is usable,    while only about 8% of it has been invested in the fields of    housing,  agriculture and  industry,   which opens the door to broad development opportunities.”
 
According to experts,  these data reflect that the real challenge facing Iraq    does not lie in the  scarcity of resources or the  risk of bankruptcy, but rather in how to manage and invest wealth,  in a way that transforms great potential into development projects that guarantee a   decent life and   economic stability for future generations.      
https://observeriraq.net/ثروات-معطلة-لا-إفلاس-وشيك-خبير-مالي-يف/    

The Numbers Don't Lie: $340,000 Is The Share Of Every Iraqi In The Wealth Among The Resource Giants... Where Is It?
 
Baghdad Today – Baghdad   Visual Capitalist's global ranking of countries with the most natural resources,
based on per capita wealth, places Iraq sixth on the list of "resource giants."
 
According to the data, Iraq's per capita wealth is approximately $340,000,with an estimated value of its natural resources at around $16 trillion, and a population of approximately 47 million.
 
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This classification doesn't reflect actual income earned by citizens,nor readily available funds in the treasury, but rather the "estimated value" of natural resources relative to the population.
 
In other words, it measures the potential of the country: its underground and above-ground wealth, and how each individual's share would appear if this value were theoretically distributed among the population.

Therefore, a high figure can simultaneously be an  "economic promise" and a  "painful question": why doesn't this abundance translate into  a more stable life,  stronger services, and  wider job opportunities?
 
In the rankings,
Saudi Arabia topped the list with an individual share of nearly $984,000, followed by
Canada with $822,000, then
Australia with $727,000.
Russia came in fourth,
Venezuela fifth,
Iraq sixth,
Iran seventh, the
United States eighth,
Brazil ninth, and
China tenth.
 
The point here is that Iraq, relative to its population, is among a group of countries with very large "natural resources,"so much so that a difference of one or two places in this type of ranking is usually linked to two crucial variables: the  size of the estimated resources and the  size of the population.
 
But transforming “resource wealth” into “societal wealth” doesn’t happen automatically.
 
The difference between a  resource-rich country and a  truly wealthy one is made by  management,   governance, and the  ability to build an economy that operates outside of price fluctuations.
 
Natural wealth may provide a state with financing capacity,  but it alone does not guarantee sustainable development   if revenues remain dependent on a single commodity, or  if returns are eroded by  waste, poor planning, and sluggish productive investment.
 
This is why Iraq appears in such tables as a country with great potential,  while the most important question remains internal:  how much of this potential is being channeled  into  infrastructure,  industry,   agriculture,  education, healthcare, and  job creation?
 
While the ranking highlights the “individual share” as a shocking indicator,   a more realistic interpretation comes from a different angle:
 
Iraq possesses a resource base that offers a rare opportunity to restructure its economy  if it is treated as a lever for building non-rentier sectors, rather than as a permanent guarantee. In other words,
 
the message conveyed by the figure is not so much boasting as it is a warning: possessing wealth is not enough, because   what matters most is “how it is managed” and  how it is transformed   from perceived value into real production, and   from quick profits into long-term assets.
 
For the average citizen, the meaning of this ranking is simple and straightforward: 
a country that appears in this position  theoretically possesses the capacity to  finance major projects,    improve services, and   create jobs  if revenues are channeled along a clear path, and to  build financial resilience   that can absorb market shocks when prices fall.
 
Conversely, a persistent gap between the  "value of resources" and the "reality of living"   means that    wealth remains in the realm of potential, and the   economy remains vulnerable to external fluctuations,   no matter how impressive the figures may appear on paper. In conclusion,
 
Iraq’s ranking in this global classification reopens an old question in a new form:
 
When a country is in the club of “resource giants,”   why does the social return seem less than the numbers suggest?
 
The answer is not in the resources themselves,  but in the path that transforms them    from raw wealth   into a state capable of investment, and  from short-term returns   to development that is measured by what people experience daily.     https://baghdadtoday.news/288949-340.html    

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

MilitiaMan and Crew: IQD News Update-Imminent Exchange Rate Integration

MilitiaMan and Crew: IQD News Update-Imminent Exchange Rate Integration

12-27-2025

The Crew:  Samson, PompeyPeter, Petra, Daytrader, Sunkissed, GIGI and Militia Man

Follow MM on X == https://x.com/Slashn

Be sure to listen to full video for all the news……..

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

The Biggest Credit Bubble in History

The Biggest Credit Bubble in History

WTFinance:  12-27-2025

The global financial landscape is on the cusp of a significant transformation, and according to Alasdair Macleod, a renowned expert in the field, the next few years will be marked by unprecedented turmoil.

 In a recent episode of the WTFinance Podcast, host Anthony Fatseas sat down with Macleod to dissect the impending economic crisis that is expected to unfold in 2026 and beyond.

The discussion was both insightful and sobering, painting a picture of a world on the brink of a major financial reckoning.

At the heart of Macleod’s analysis is the looming collapse of the equity markets, triggered by the bursting of the tech and credit bubbles.

As banks and foreign investors scramble to protect their assets, massive sell-offs will ensue, resulting in a sharp market crash.

This is not just a forecast; it’s a scenario that Macleod believes is inevitable given the current state of the global economy. The fragility of the US dollar, coupled with the broader global economic repercussions, will only exacerbate the situation.

One of the most striking aspects of Macleod’s argument is the disconnect between official inflation metrics and the underlying economic reality.

Despite what the numbers may suggest, inflation is set to surge dramatically due to monetary mismanagement and the declining purchasing power of fiat currencies. This is a theme that Macleod has been warning about for some time, and it’s an issue that investors would do well to take seriously.

The banking system, too, is facing significant challenges.

Despite ample liquidity, banks are reluctant to lend due to rising credit risks and economic stagnation. The US Treasury is struggling to issue long-term debt, a clear signal that investors are growing increasingly concerned about the sustainability of US fiscal policy.

Furthermore, Macleod highlights that quantitative easing (QE) is being used primarily to support US Treasury funding and prop up asset prices, rather than stimulate real economic growth. This is a worrying trend that suggests the global economy is being propped up by artificial means.

Geopolitically, the landscape is also shifting. China is strategically distancing itself from the weakening US dollar by accumulating gold reserves and promoting the yuan for international trade among BRICS and Shanghai Cooperation Organization members.

Meanwhile, Europe and the UK are facing economic and political instability, exacerbated by poor governance and misguided policies. Macleod foresees a profound global currency crisis as fiat currencies like the dollar, euro, and sterling collapse, driving a surge in gold and commodity prices.

So, what does this mean for investors? Macleod’s message is clear: the current economic and monetary paradigm is unsustainable, and the eventual breakdown of the fiat currency system is unavoidable.

 As such, he urges investors to understand the difference between real money (gold) and credit, recommending a shift toward commodities and precious metals as safer stores of value.

In conclusion, the insights shared by Alasdair Macleod in the WTFinance Podcast are a wake-up call for investors and policymakers alike.

The global economy is on the cusp of a significant transformation, and it’s essential that we prepare for the challenges ahead.

By understanding the underlying trends and taking a proactive approach to managing our assets, we can navigate the turbulent financial landscape that lies ahead.

For those looking to stay ahead of the curve, watching the full video from WTFinance is a must. Macleod’s analysis is both nuanced and thought-provoking, offering a unique perspective on the global economic landscape. As we move into 2026 and beyond, his warnings should not be taken lightly.

https://youtu.be/MlKoUz_Cg8A

Ariel: Potential Controlled Revaluation for the Iraqi Dinar (and more)

Ariel: Potential Controlled Revaluation for the Iraqi Dinar

12-27-2025

Ariel  @Prolotario1

What is the one thing Donald Trump stated is the reason foreign countries like Iraq could not trade with the US? The artificial value of the fiat dollar was to high right?

Guess what the silver squeeze is doing to help alleviate that problem?

He has historically criticized the artificial valuation of the fiat dollar, arguing it disadvantages U.S. trade partners like Iraq by maintaining an overvalued currency that hampers competitive exports.

For Iraq, this dynamic creates a dual opportunity: first, by devaluing the dollar relative to the IQD, it enhances Iraq’s export competitiveness; second, it aligns with the Central Bank of Iraq’s (CBI) gradual currency stabilization efforts, potentially facilitating a controlled revaluation.

So please expect some major news going into the new year. Especially with the new leadership in Iraq.

SantaSurfing:  “IT IS OFFICIALLY OVER” THE MOMENT WE’VE BEEN WAITING FOR! SILVER SQUEEZE IS HAPPENING! DOLLAR IS LOSING VALUE! SILVER SHORTAGE = BANKS FAILURE! WE’RE GETTING THAT CLOSE! HOLD!!! HOLD!!! (Not financial advice) THIS IS SPOT ON!

ASIAN GUY RECENT UPDATE 12/26/2025!

IT'S OVER: Banks Tap Fed for $17 BILLION as Silver Shorts Implode

Currency Archive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6b5suA_yI-0&feature=youtu.be

Source(s):  https://x.com/Prolotario1/status/2004729097063170425

https://dinarchronicles.com/2025/12/26/ariel-prolotario1-potential-controlled-revaluation-for-the-iraqi-dinar/

Ariel : Iraqi Dinar Update, Mark Savaya Action Oriented Mindset

12-27-2025

Iraqi Dinar Update: Where We Are (Mark Savaya) Action Oriented Mindset

Mark Savaya’s presence in Iraq as this get-it-done businessman elevates the stakes tremendously, injecting the momentum needed to activate a system that’s been poised and waiting for far too long.

Dinar enthusiasts, who’ve weathered skepticism and setbacks for over twenty years, might soon toast to his influence in hastening the revaluation that’s whispered about in hushed tones.

Unreleased details from confidential briefs suggest he’s advocating for accelerated U.S.-Iraq trade pacts that indirectly fortify the dinar’s global standing, bypassing traditional hurdles.

I must stress the power here: his aversion to empty rhetoric means swift, impactful decisions that honor Iraq’s preparedness and reward the faithful.

In Other News

The silver squeeze accelerates a global shift away from dollar-centric trade, directly benefiting Iraq’s export-driven economy. As silver shortages strain banks and erode confidence in fiat currencies, nations like Iraq, with substantial gold and silver reserves, gain bargaining power in bilateral trade agreements.

Iraq’s central bank holds 150 tons of gold (Q3 2025), and its silver stockpiles, quietly amassed since 2023, position it to anchor the dinar to precious metals.

This reduces reliance on dollar-based oil transactions, which previously forced Iraq to accept inflated exchange rates.

 Trump’s tariff policies, raising average rates to 17% (Yale Budget Lab, 2025), incentivize Iraq to pivot toward non-dollar partners like China and the UAE, who increasingly settle in gold-backed yuan or dinar.

The squeeze’s pressure on the dollar down 8% according to reports against major currencies since January 2025 levels the trade playing field, enabling Iraq to demand fairer terms. This sets the stage for a dinar revaluation.

Do You All See Where We Are Headed?

Iraq’s strategic accumulation of silver, unreported in mainstream financial outlets, acts as a hedge against dollar volatility triggered by the squeeze.

Unlike gold, silver’s industrial demand (solar, electronics) ensures liquidity, allowing Iraq to collateralize its currency without depleting oil revenues.

The Central Bank of Iraq has secured 2,500 tons of silver through discreet deals with BRICS-aligned suppliers since 2024, positioning the dinar for a metal-backed revaluation.

This move counters the dollar’s artificial strength, which Trump’s team, including Stephen Miran, critiques as a driver of persistent U.S. trade deficits.

As silver shortages disrupt Western banking COMEX inventories dropped 20% in 2025 Iraq’s reserves insulate it from global financial shocks.

 This stability attracts Forex traders, who anticipate a dinar surge as Iraq announces its new exchange rate in Q1/Q2 2026. The squeeze thus empowers Iraq to dictate its currency’s value, unshackled from U.S. monetary policy.

You are probably hearing that for the 1st time. Yes, Iraq was hoarding silver to.

Read Full Article: 

https://www.patreon.com/posts/iraqi-dinar-we-146751195

https://dinarchronicles.com/2025/12/26/ariel-prolotario1-iraqi-dinar-update-mark-savaya-action-oriented-mindset/

Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Saturday Afternoon 12-27-25

Good Afternoon Dinar Recaps,

Where the World Stands in the Shift to a New Global Financial System

Some nations are structurally ready — others remain stalled by politics, debt, and compliance gaps

Overview

• The transition to a new global financial system is uneven and non-simultaneous

• Readiness depends on payment rails, legal frameworks, reserves, and sovereignty

• Many countries have completed technical upgrades but lack political or monetary alignment

• A small group is structurally prepared, while others remain constrained by sanctions, debt, or instability

Key Developments

• Global payment infrastructure modernization is largely complete in major economies

• ISO 20022 messaging standards are operational across most central banking systems

• Alternative settlement arrangements are expanding outside Western rails

• Gold accumulation and reserve diversification continue among non-aligned states

• Sanctions, capital controls, and debt overhangs remain the primary blockers

Readiness Snapshot: Who Is Ready — and Who Is Not

Countries Considered Structurally Ready

• China

• Russia

• Saudi Arabia

• United Arab Emirates

• Singapore

These nations have functioning payment rails, sufficient reserves, legal authority, and geopolitical leverage to operate within a multipolar system.

Countries Partially Ready (Technical Progress, Political Constraints)

• Brazil

• India

• South Africa

• Indonesia

• Egypt

They possess upgraded systems but remain cautious due to trade exposure, dollar reliance, or internal policy divisions.

Countries Not Yet Ready

• Many highly indebted Western economies

• Fragile states reliant on IMF programs

• Sanction-dependent or politically unstable nations

These lack either monetary sovereignty or legal freedom to reposition.

Special Focus: Key Watched Nations

Iraq
Iraq is often viewed as technically ready but politically constrained. Banking reforms, digital payment adoption, and central bank controls have improved significantly. However, unresolved issues around governance, corruption perception, and external influence continue to delay full monetary normalization. Iraq appears positioned for post-stability activation, not preemptive transition.

Vietnam
Vietnam is quietly one of the most prepared emerging economies. It has strong manufacturing integration, growing reserves, disciplined monetary policy, and expanding digital payments. Vietnam’s caution is strategic — not structural. It is ready but waiting, aligned with trade stability rather than currency disruption.

Venezuela
Venezuela remains resource-rich but systemically blocked. Sanctions, capital controls, and institutional erosion prevent financial reintegration. While oil reserves provide leverage, the banking system and currency credibility are not yet restored. Venezuela requires external political resolution before monetary reset participation.

Iran
Iran operates largely outside the Western financial system already. It has alternative trade channels, energy leverage, and regional settlement mechanisms. However, sanctions isolate capital inflows and restrict normalization. Iran is functionally adapted but not globally integrated, limiting its role in early-stage system activation.

United States

The United States remains the anchor of the existing financial system, yet it is also the most constrained by its own scale. Technically, the U.S. is fully modernized: payment rails are upgraded, settlement systems are compliant, and regulatory reach is unmatched. However, record sovereign debt, persistent deficits, and political gridlock limit monetary flexibility.

The U.S. position is not about readiness — it is about control of transition. As issuer of the world’s primary reserve currency, the United States must manage change without triggering loss of confidence. This makes the U.S. structurally prepared but strategically cautious, favoring gradual adaptation over overt reset actions.

European Union

The European Union is highly advanced technically but fragmented politically. Payment infrastructure, digital banking, and regulatory harmonization are largely complete. However, uneven debt levels among member states, divergent economic conditions, and reliance on consensus decision-making slow decisive action.

The EU’s challenge is cohesion. While core economies are prepared, weaker members constrain policy options. This makes the EU operationally ready but institutionally limited. The bloc is more likely to follow a coordinated global shift than lead one, prioritizing stability and compliance over speed.

Why It Matters

The global financial reset is not a single event — it is a phased transition. Technical readiness alone is insufficient. Countries must align law, liquidity, legitimacy, and leadership. This explains why some nations appear “ready” for years without visible change, while others move rapidly once political barriers lift.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

For foreign currency holders, readiness determines timing and credibility. Currencies tied to nations with completed infrastructure and sovereign control are positioned differently than those burdened by sanctions or debt. Watching who can move matters more than watching who talks. The reset rewards preparation — not speculation.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar: Infrastructure First, Value Second
  Systems must function before currencies can reprice.

• Pillar: Sovereignty Over Speed
  Nations will not move until legal, political, and monetary control is secured.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Bank for International Settlements — “Central bank payment system modernization and ISO 20022 adoption”

• International Monetary Fund — “Global Financial Stability Report: Fragmentation and Financial Architecture”

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Forced Deleveraging in the Silver Market Signals Structural Stress

Rising prices expose leverage, liquidity limits, and paper–physical imbalance

Overview

• Silver markets are experiencing forced deleveraging, not orderly normalization

• A sharp price rally has stressed institutions with large paper short exposure

• Liquidity assumptions are being tested as physical availability tightens

• The disconnect between paper contracts and deliverable metal is widening

Key Developments

• Analysts observing delivery data and positioning behavior report stress among major commercial participants

• Rising silver prices are increasing margin requirements, locking up capital

• Physical silver supply available for lease or delivery is tightening

• Concentrated short positioning has reduced flexibility for large participants

• Covering pressure accelerates price movement when liquidity thins

• Market structure — not intent — is driving squeeze-like conditions

Why It Matters

This is a classic leverage unwind. When paper obligations grow faster than physical supply, markets are forced to reconcile promises with reality. Price discovery shifts away from contracts toward tangible assets, often abruptly. This process exposes structural fragilities embedded in derivative-heavy markets and reveals where liquidity assumptions fail under stress.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

For foreign currency holders, forced deleveraging in precious metals is a warning signal. When confidence in paper markets weakens, capital migrates toward physical assets and hard collateral. This dynamic often precedes currency repricing, especially in debt-heavy systems. Silver’s stress mirrors broader concerns about leverage, settlement integrity, and real value versus nominal claims.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar: Physical Assets Reassert Price Authority
  When leverage unwinds, tangible supply becomes the final arbiter of value.

• Pillar: Paper Liquidity Has Limits
  Markets dependent on perpetual rollover face instability when delivery matters.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Commodity Futures Trading Commission — “Commitments of Traders Report Methodology and Market Concentration”

• World Silver Survey — Silver Institute — “Physical Supply, Investment Demand, and Market Balance”

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Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Saturday Afternoon 12-27-25

An Economist Explains Why Gold Prices Continue To Rise

Time: 2025/12/27 12:44:37 Readings: 135 times   {Economic: Al-Furat News} Economic expert Bassem Jamil Antoine explained on Saturday that gold prices continue to rise and do not decrease easily, pointing to several factors affecting the market.

Antoine told Al-Furat News Agency that “the current rise in gold prices will continue due to the continued presence of speculators, the scarcity of gold, and its connection to political issues, most notably the European conflict, in addition to the continued Chinese demand for gold,” noting that “a drop in prices is not expected.”

He added that “metals in general have started to rise, including silver and platinum, as a result of low production and lack of work, noting that wars lead to epidemics and recessions, which makes gold continue to be a safe haven.” LINK

The Dollar Is Declining As The Stock Exchanges In Baghdad And Erbil Close.

Stock Exchange  The exchange rate of the US dollar against the Iraqi dinar declined in Baghdad and Erbil on Saturday, as the stock exchange closed at the start of the week.

Baghdad, the selling price was 143,500 dinars per 100 US dollars, and the buying price was 142,500 dinars per 100 US dollars.

Erbil Selling price: 142,350 dinars per 100 dollars   Buying price: 142,200 dinars per 100 dollars.

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Sudani Affirms Iraq's Continued Cooperation With The United Nations, Coinciding With The End Of UNAMI's Mission.

Time: 2025/12/27 12:11:32 Readings: 105 times   {Political: Al-Furat News} Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani affirmed on Saturday the continuation of the relationship between Iraq and the United Nations and bilateral cooperation programs, on the occasion of the end of the duties of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General of the United Nations, Mohammed Al-Hassan, and the termination of the work of the UNAMI mission in Iraq.

The Sudanese media office stated in a statement received by Al-Furat News that “the latter received the Special Representative of the Secretary-General of the United Nations, Mohammed Al-Hassan, on the occasion of the end of his duties in Iraq, and the termination of the work of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq/UNAMI,” expressing his thanks to Al-Hassan and to all those who worked in the mission, for the assistance they provided to Iraq in various fields throughout its work, from the fall of the dictatorial regime until today.”

The Prime Minister affirmed "the continuation of the relationship between Iraq and the international organization, and the bilateral programs on which cooperation is taking place, and that ending the work of the UNAMI mission means that the Iraqi state institutions have been able to provide the best levels of performance in the field of implementing their constitutional and legal tasks, in a step that enhances national sovereignty."

For his part, Al-Hassan praised what has been achieved in Iraq during the past years of the government’s work, and the important steps that contributed to reaching this day, noting the keenness to continue working with Iraq in various programs.   LINK

Among Them Is Iraq... 6 Arab Countries Top The List Of The Largest Renewable Energy Deals For 2025

Saturday, December 27, 2025 13:12 | Economy Number of views: 20   Baghdad / NINA / The year 2025 witnessed the emergence of several major deals in the clean energy sector, reshaping the global investment landscape amidst growing competition among Middle Eastern economies.

Arab countries, particularly Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, along with Egypt, Oman, and Bahrain, recorded a remarkable surge in solar, wind, and energy storage projects throughout the year, accompanied by a significant increase in foreign direct investment.

According to the "Energy" platform, by the end of the year, Gulf dominance in the list of the largest renewable energy deals in 2025 was solidified, following Riyadh and Abu Dhabi's success in concluding significant agreements spanning from Central Asia to Europe and the Middle East. This raised expectations for even larger projects in 2026.

The largest renewable energy deals in 2025 were as follows:

Saudi Arabia:  4 deals for wind, solar, and energy storage;
UAE:  3 deals for project development and acquisitions;
Egypt:  projects to establish a solar power plant and a solar panel manufacturing facility.
Oman:  13 deals in one conference.
Bahrain:  The world's largest rooftop solar power plant.
Iraq:  A giant solar energy project. /End https://ninanews.com/Website/News/Details?key=1268735

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TNT:

Tishwash:  CBI Says China and India Account for Half of Iraq's Foreign Trade

The Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) announced on Thursday that trade with China and India now accounts for approximately 50 percent of the country’s total foreign trade.

In a statement, the CBI said Iraq’s trade volume with China reached $58.035 billion last year, while trade with India amounted to $31.102 billion.

Türkiye was also among Iraq’s key trading partners, with bilateral trade valued at $20.786 billion. The United States followed with $8.952 billion, while trade with South Korea stood at $7.661 billion and the United Arab Emirates at $5.307 billion.

Greece recorded trade worth $4.599 billion with Iraq, while Saudi Arabia ranked next with $2.771 billion.

The figures highlight Iraq’s growing economic ties with Asian markets, particularly China and India, which together dominate the country’s external trade.  link

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Tishwash:  Uzbekistan and Iraq Discuss Expanding Trade and Economic Cooperation

 During a working visit to the Republic of Iraq, Shohruh Gulamov, Deputy Minister of Investment, Industry and Trade (MIIT) of Uzbekistan, held a series of bilateral meetings with the heads of key state bodies and business structures of Iraq and took part in the Uzbekistan–Iraq Business Forum in Baghdad.

In talks with Juma Al-Bahadli, Deputy Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources; Ghassan Hamid, Deputy Minister of Trade for Economic Affairs; Salar Muhammad Amin, Deputy Chairman of the National Investment Commission; Adil Al-Aqqab, Head of the Iraqi Industrialists’ Union; and Ibrahim Al-Baghdadi, Chairman of the Economic Council of Iraq, the sides discussed ways to expand trade and economic cooperation.

The discussions covered measures to remove trade and regulatory barriers, optimise tariffs on priority Uzbek goods, speed up certification procedures, and develop logistics based on regional transport hubs.

Particular focus was given to prospects for increasing the export of construction materials, textiles, carpets, food products and jewellery, as well as enabling Uzbek companies to enter the Iraqi market.

Speaking at the business forum, organised with the support of the Embassy of Uzbekistan in Iraq and the Economic Council of Iraq, Shohruh Gulamov emphasised that trade is a priority for deepening economic partnership and highlighted the significant untapped potential of bilateral trade.

Cooperation opportunities in industry and mineral resources were also discussed, including the establishment of joint ventures, raw material processing, supplies of refined metals, and engineering services and equipment.

The forum brought together more than 150 representatives of Iraqi state bodies and businesses, as well as 25 leading Uzbek companies from the food, textile, pharmaceutical, electrical engineering, furniture and construction materials sectors. Participants were familiarised with Uzbekistan’s investment climate and export potential, while B2B meetings and an exhibition of Uzbek products were held on the sidelines.

Following the visit, the Iraqi side was invited to consider holding the first meeting of the Uzbekistan–Iraq Joint Economic Committee and the next business forum in Uzbekistan.  link

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Tishwash:  In a first-of-its-kind move, customs announces the success of the first fully integrated international crossing.

The General Authority of Customs announced today, Thursday, that it received transit trucks subject to the International Transport System (TIR) ​​carried on roll-on/roll-off (RORO) ships at the port of Umm Qasr, in a step that is the first of its kind within the transit routes that pass through Iraqi territory.

The authority stated in a statement followed by “Iraq Observer”, that “the operation comes within the efforts to activate the international TIR agreement and enhance Iraq’s capabilities in managing multimodal transport operations, in line with the state’s plans to develop the transit sector and expand regional and international trade routes.”

The authority added in its statement that “after completing the necessary customs procedures, the trucks continued their overland journey towards Turkey and Syria, coming from the ports of the United Arab Emirates, in an indication of the readiness of the infrastructure of Iraqi ports and their ability to receive and operate advanced logistical transport patterns.”

The authority confirmed that the integration of the RORO transport mechanism with the TIR system achieves a number of operational and economic benefits, including accelerating transit movement, reducing handling time, lowering costs for transport and trading companies, as well as raising the levels of efficiency and safety in the transport of goods.

She pointed out that “this type of operation contributes to maximizing revenues, stimulating the national economy, and revitalizing transit traffic through Iraq.”  link

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China Condemns Israel’s Somaliland Recognition as Red Sea Tensions Escalate

Beijing warns of geopolitical and maritime fallout amid displacement concerns

Overview

• China publicly condemned Israel’s recognition of Somaliland as an independent state

• Beijing views the move as a threat to regional stability and maritime security

• Concerns center on forced Palestinian displacement and strategic control of Red Sea routes

• Egypt aligned with China in supporting Somalia’s territorial integrity

Key Developments

• Israel became the first UN member state to recognize Somaliland

• Diplomatic relations were established, including plans for ambassador exchanges

• Cooperation reportedly includes maritime security, intelligence, and surveillance

• Somaliland declared full control of its airspace in late 2025

• China and Egypt reaffirmed support for Somalia’s government in Mogadishu

• Beijing warned the move could destabilize the Bab el-Mandeb Strait and Gulf of Aden

Why It Matters

This development underscores how diplomacy, security, and trade routes are now inseparable. Control of strategic chokepoints like the Bab el-Mandeb directly impacts global shipping, energy flows, and insurance risk. China’s reaction signals that maritime dominance — not just territory — is becoming a primary front in geopolitical competition, accelerating global fragmentation.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

For foreign currency holders, Red Sea instability raises settlement, trade, and valuation risk. Disruptions to shipping lanes directly affect commodity pricing, inflation, and balance-of-payment stability. As geopolitical pressure shifts trade routes and alliances, currencies tied to secure logistics corridors and energy access gain importance, while those exposed to chokepoint risk face repricing.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar: Maritime Control Equals Financial Power
  Strategic waterways now determine trade reliability, insurance costs, and currency demand.

• Pillar: Diplomacy Reshaping Trade Corridors
  Recognition and alliance decisions increasingly redraw global supply chains and settlement routes.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
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Sources

• Modern Diplomacy — “China Slams Israeli Plan to Recognize Somaliland for Palestinian Relocation”

• Al Jazeera — “Why Somaliland’s status matters in Red Sea geopolitics”

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BRICS 2025: De-Dollarization Advances as Gold Reserves Surge

Expanded bloc accelerates monetary hedging while stopping short of replacing the dollar

Overview

• The expanded BRICS bloc now includes Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, UAE, and Indonesia

• Member nations account for nearly half of the world’s population and a significant share of global GDP

• De-dollarization efforts focus on local currency trade and alternative payment systems

• Gold accumulation by BRICS central banks reached record levels in 2025

• Internal divisions limit momentum toward a single BRICS-backed currency

Key Developments

• BRICS+ membership expansion reflects a push toward a multipolar financial system

• Russia and India publicly reaffirmed they are not seeking to replace the U.S. dollar

• BRICS central banks added nearly 800 metric tonnes of gold in 2025

• Combined BRICS gold reserves now exceed 6,000 tonnes, representing over 20% of global central bank holdings

• Russia and China together hold roughly three-quarters of the bloc’s gold reserves

• Gold prices surged to approximately $4,400 per ounce amid sustained central bank buying

• BRICS Pay continues development as a blockchain-based payment messaging system

• The bloc launched a pilot of the “Unit”, a basket-backed settlement instrument for wholesale trade

• A new precious metals exchange was announced to facilitate non-dollar trade in physical metals

Why It Matters

BRICS is not dismantling the dollar system outright — it is building insurance against it. By expanding membership, accumulating gold, and developing parallel settlement mechanisms, the bloc is reducing exposure to sanctions, currency volatility, and Western-controlled financial rails. This layered approach signals a gradual restructuring of global finance rather than a sudden rupture.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

For foreign currency holders, BRICS’ strategy reinforces a critical trend: monetary power is shifting toward assets and settlement access, not rhetoric. Gold accumulation and alternative payment infrastructure reduce dependence on reserve currencies while protecting national balance sheets. As reserve diversification accelerates, fiat currencies lacking commodity backing or trade relevance face long-term repricing risk.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar: Gold as Strategic Collateral
  Central banks are reasserting gold as a neutral reserve asset amid currency weaponization.

• Pillar: Parallel Payment Architecture
  The creation of non-Western settlement systems reduces reliance on dollar-based rails without triggering immediate disruption.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Watcher.Guru — “BRICS 2025 Summary: De-Dollarization Push and Gold Reserves Surge”

• World Gold Council — “Central banks remain net buyers of gold amid reserve diversification”

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If you’ve been holding foreign currency for many years, you were not foolish.
You were not wrong to believe the global financial system would change.

What failed was not your patience — it was the information you were given.

For years, dates, rumors, and personalities replaced facts, structure, and proof. “This week” predictions created cycles of hope and disappointment that were never based on how currencies actually change.

That is not your failure.

Our mission here is different:  • No dates • No rates • No hype • No gurus

Instead, we focus on:
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• Global financial structure • Where countries actually sit in the process

Currency value changes only come after sovereignty, trade, banking, settlement systems, and fiscal coordination are in place. History and institutions confirm this sequence.
You will see silence. You will see denials. That is not delay — that is discipline.

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Government Advisor: Current Revenues Cover Salaries And Basic State Requirements

Friday, December 26, 2025 19:57 | General Number of views: 177   Baghdad / NINA / The Prime Minister's Financial Advisor, Mazhar Muhammad Salih, confirmed on Friday that current public revenues cover the state's basic needs, primarily salaries. He also indicated that the government is moving towards controlling spending and maximizing non-oil revenues to achieve financial sustainability.

According to the official news agency, Salih stated, "Current public revenues cover the state's basic needs, primarily salaries, pensions, and social welfare expenditures, which total approximately eight trillion dinars monthly."

He explained that "these obligations, despite their importance and being a top priority that must be paid, constitute only a portion of the overall financial burden. Other obligations must be paid, including public debt servicing, outstanding arrears, and expenses for managing vital logistical aspects within the operational budget, in addition to spending on investment projects related to essential services."

He added, "Fiscal sustainability necessitates controlling public spending, reviewing and auditing it according to spending efficiency standards and priorities, while simultaneously maximizing non-oil revenues. This ensures that required expenditures are met in a stable and sustainable manner, independent of the cyclical fluctuations in oil revenues."

He emphasized that "the recent Cabinet decision establishes a new phase in fiscal policy management, known as the concept of fiscal consolidation. This approach aims to gradually reduce the fiscal deficit in the short term and solidify fiscal discipline in the long term, in addition to developing a phased strategy to reduce the public debt balance."

He pointed out that "this path is a fundamental pillar for achieving the constants of fiscal sustainability and strengthening the resilience of public finances, thus ensuring the state's ability to meet its social and economic obligations while maintaining the overall stability of the national economy." https://ninanews.com/Website/News/Details?Key=1268643

Planning: The Quality Control Apparatus Has Become Part Of The Global Control System.

Local | 12:34 - 26/12/2025   Mawazin News – Baghdad  The Ministry of Planning confirmed on Friday that the Central Organization for Standardization and Quality

Control (COSQC) has become part of the global regulatory system. COSQC President Fayyad Mohammed stated, "The COSQC does not operate in isolation from the international trade system. Rather, its technical and regulatory functions are based on an integrated system of international agreements and standards, ensuring that Iraqi standards are aligned with global regulations and achieving a balance between consumer protection and facilitating the flow of trade."

He added, "The COSQC's international references include the Agreement on Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT – WTO). The organization plays its role in preparing and implementing Iraqi standards and technical regulations in accordance with the principles of this agreement, which stipulate non-discrimination between domestic and imported goods, reliance on scientific and technical foundations, and avoidance of imposing technical requirements that constitute an unjustified obstacle to trade." He explained that "under these conditions, the organization ensures that Iraqi standards are compatible with international standards and commercially recognized."

He added that "the agency's references also include the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures (SPS), which the agency, in coordination with health and agricultural authorities, relies on to assess the health risks of imported food and agricultural products. It also adopts laboratory tests as the scientific basis for acceptance or rejection decisions and applies the principle of prevention without violating international trade rules."

e pointed out that "the Central Agency relies on the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standards when preparing or updating Iraqi standards and defining quality and safety requirements for imported goods. It also adopts quality management systems in laboratories and testing bodies, which contributes to raising the level of technical conformity and unifying references."

He explained that "the Codex Alimentarius Commission is the agency's primary reference in the field of inspecting imported foods, determining maximum limits for contaminants and food additives, and adopting laboratory testing and analysis methods, which enhances food safety and protects public health."

Regarding regional and international cooperation, the head of the Central Organization for Standardization and Quality Control affirmed that "the organization coordinates with regional and international organizations such as the Gulf Standardization Organization (GSO) and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) to harmonize standards, build technical capacities, and facilitate mutual recognition."

He pointed out that "the basic standards adopted by the Central Organization for Standardization and Quality Control in its import operations include a certificate of origin to verify the source of goods and ensure they do not originate from prohibited areas, in addition to a certificate of conformity to prove the product's compliance with Iraqi standards, and a label to ensure clear information for the consumer in Arabic."

He noted that "the technical and procedural controls implemented by the organization include risk management for classifying shipments according to the type of goods and the importer's record, laboratory testing to conduct physical, chemical, and microbiological analyses, and its role in supporting other entities in implementing electronic systems such as the ASYCUDA system."

He explained that "the Central Organization for Standardization and Quality Control represents the fundamental technical pillar in import control, as its role is not limited to inspection alone, but extends to setting standards, harmonizing them internationally, implementing them in the field, and supporting regulatory decisions with scientific evidence."

He added that "Iraqi oversight thus becomes an active part of the global regulatory system, and consumer protection is achieved without harming trade."    https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=272027

Oil: Oil Exports Reached 106.6 Million Barrels In November, With Revenues Exceeding $6.6 Billion.

Economy | 06:12 - 25/12/2025  Mawazin News – Economy   The Iraqi Ministry of Oil announced the final statistics for crude oil exports, including condensates, on Thursday, December 25, along with the cash revenues generated for November 2025, according to data from the Iraqi State Oil Marketing Company (SOMO).

Total exports reached 106,593,352 barrels, generating revenues exceeding $6,595,391,000.
The detailed statistics provided further information on production sources and export destinations as follows:

- 98,709,795 barrels from fields in central and southern Iraq.
- 7,583,733 barrels from the Kurdistan Region via the Turkish port of Ceyhan.
- 299,824 barrels to Jordan.

The Ministry affirmed its commitment to publishing these figures monthly, based on its belief in the importance of informing the public about export operations to enhance transparency.

Iraq's average daily oil exports in August reached 3.38 million barrels, according to the Ministry of Oil. The head of Iraq's state oil marketing company SOMO said on Saturday that average oil exports for September are expected to range between 3.4 and 3.45 million barrels per day.  OPEC counts oil flows from the Kurdistan Region as part of Iraq's quota.
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Oil Is Heading For Its Biggest Weekly Gain Since October.

Economy | 10:13 - 26/12/2025   Mawazin News – Economy  Oil prices are on track for their biggest weekly gain since late October, as traders monitor a partial U.S. blockade of Venezuelan crude shipments and a U.S. military strike against an armed group in Nigeria.

Global benchmark Brent crude traded above $62 a barrel, up more than 3% this week, while West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude traded below $59.

In Venezuela, a sanctioned tanker being pursued by U.S. forces altered course, moving away from the South American country, as the Trump administration intensified pressure on Caracas.

The White House has ordered military commanders to focus over the next two months on isolating Venezuelan oil, according to a person familiar with the matter. The person, who asked not to be identified, said U.S. forces are focusing almost exclusively on the blockade, rather than military options.

Brent crude is still headed for its biggest annual decline since 2020, having fallen by about 16%. This decline is attributed to expectations of a supply glut, with almost all major crude oil traders anticipating a global oversupply next year after producers within and outside the OPEC+ alliance increased output. However, escalating geopolitical tensions have helped to support prices.   https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=272022

A Historic Surge In Precious Metals To Record Levels

Economy | 12:53 - 26/12/2025  Mawazin News – Economy  Gold and silver surged to record highs as political tensions and a weaker dollar extended a historic rally for the precious metals.

Spot gold rose as much as 1.2% to a record high above $4,530 an ounce. Tensions in Venezuela, where the United States tightened its blockade of oil tankers and increased pressure on the government of Nicolás Maduro, boosted the precious metal's safe-haven appeal, according to Bloomberg.

In Africa, the United States launched airstrikes targeting sites in Nigeria, with President Donald Trump stating that the strikes targeted ISIS.

The factors driving the historic rally have propelled gold up by nearly 70% this year and silver by more than 150%, with both metals on track for their best annual performance since 1979.

This sharp rise has been underpinned by increased central bank purchases, inflows into exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and three consecutive interest rate cuts by the US Federal Reserve.

Low borrowing costs are a boon for non-yielding precious metals, as traders bet on further interest rate cuts in 2026.

Heavy buying by ETFs has been a key driver of the recent surge. According to data from the World Gold Council, total holdings in gold-backed funds have increased in every month this year except May, while holdings in State Street Corporation's SPDR Gold Trust, the largest precious metals ETF, have risen by more than a fifth this year.

Silver's rally has been even stronger than gold's, with London vaults seeing significant inflows since the sell-off in October. However, much of the world's available silver remains in New York, as traders await the outcome of a U.S.

Commerce Department investigation into whether imports of critical minerals pose a national security threat. This could lead to tariffs or trade restrictions on the metal.

Gold rose 0.8% to $4,516.70 an ounce at 9:25 a.m. in Singapore. Silver climbed 4.3% to $74.94.
Platinum advanced 4.8%, nearing Wednesday's high of $2,381.53, its highest level since Bloomberg began tracking the metal in 1987. Palladium also rose 4%.

Silver rose in spot trading for immediate delivery for the fifth consecutive session, climbing as much as 4.5% to surpass $75 an ounce for the first time.

The recent gains in the white metal have been bolstered by speculative inflows and ongoing supply disruptions across major trading hubs, following a historic sell-off in October.

The Bloomberg Dollar Index, which measures the strength of the US currency, fell 0.8% over the week, its biggest weekly decline since June. A weaker dollar is generally supportive of gold and silver prices.
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Russia Pulls Back FX Support as Energy Revenues Tighten

Central bank shifts strategy as sanctions, war costs, and reserve pressures mount

Overview

• Russia’s central bank announced a significant reduction in foreign exchange sales beginning in 2026

• The move limits direct support for the ruble and signals tighter reserve management

• Energy revenues continue to weaken under sanctions and discounted export pricing

• The decision reflects longer-term financial strain rather than short-term volatility

Key Developments

• The Central Bank of Russia will cut its FX market interventions by roughly 30%

• Reduced forex sales mean less artificial support for the ruble

• Budget pressures are rising as oil and gas revenues underperform

• Domestic financing and internal liquidity controls are replacing external buffers

• This aligns with Russia’s broader pivot away from Western financial systems

Why It Matters

Russia’s retreat from active currency defense underscores a deeper shift underway in global finance. As sanctions persist and energy income tightens, Moscow is conserving reserves and accepting currency volatility as a strategic tradeoff. This reinforces global fragmentation, where countries prioritize sovereignty over stability, accelerating the breakdown of a single dominant monetary order.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

For foreign currency holders, this development highlights how state-backed currency support is no longer guaranteed. When major economies allow currencies to float under pressure, it exposes the fragility of fiat systems tied to debt, energy revenues, and political risk. It reinforces why diversification, asset-backed value, and reset-linked currencies remain central themes as monetary discipline replaces intervention.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar: Currency Realignment
  Reduced FX intervention signals acceptance of repricing and volatility as systems transition away from artificial stability.

• Pillar: Reserve Preservation Over Market Confidence
  Nations are choosing internal survival and long-term leverage over defending external perceptions.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Reuters — Russia cuts own forex sales

• IntelliNews — Ruble world’s best-performing currency in 2025

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EU Extends Russia Sanctions as Peace Talks Stall

Economic pressure remains central to diplomacy and financial realignment

Overview

• The European Union formally extended broad economic sanctions on Russia into mid-2026

• Measures continue to target energy, banking, technology, and trade

• The extension comes despite intermittent diplomatic signals around peace discussions

• Sanctions are now entrenched as a long-term policy tool rather than a temporary response

Key Developments

• The EU Council approved the sanctions rollover with near-unanimous support

• Restrictions on financial institutions and cross-border settlements remain in place

• Energy trade limitations continue to distort global supply routes

• Technology and dual-use export bans stay intact

• Russia and aligned partners accelerate non-Western trade and payment mechanisms

Why It Matters

The continued use of sanctions as a standing economic weapon signals that financial systems are now inseparable from diplomacy. Rather than isolating conflict, sanctions are reshaping global trade corridors, forcing parallel systems to emerge. This entrenched pressure prolongs fragmentation and reinforces the shift toward a multipolar economic order.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

For foreign currency holders, prolonged sanctions highlight a critical reality: access, convertibility, and settlement matter as much as face value. Assets tied to sanction-exposed systems can become illiquid overnight. This environment favors currencies and assets aligned with emerging settlement frameworks, commodity backing, and neutral trade corridors as the reset advances.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar: Financial Fragmentation
  Sanctions accelerate the division between Western-centric and alternative financial systems.

• Pillar: Payments Over Politics
  Control of settlement rails is becoming more powerful than military leverage.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• EU Council press release — EU extends economic sanctions on Russia through July 2026

• The Guardian live updates — EU Council extends economic sanctions against Russia

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Trade Protectionism Rises as Global Growth Fractures

India’s export outlook reveals deeper shifts in trade, debt, and diplomacy

Overview

• India’s exports are projected to grow modestly into the next fiscal year

• Global demand remains uneven amid rising protectionist policies

• Climate-linked trade rules and tariffs are reshaping access to markets

• Export performance is increasingly tied to geopolitical alignment

Key Developments

• India’s exports are forecast to approach $850 billion despite global headwinds

• Trade growth is constrained by tariffs, sanctions spillover, and regulatory barriers

• Climate and carbon-based trade rules are becoming de facto economic weapons

• Developing nations face tighter access to Western markets

• Trade blocs are strengthening internal settlement and bilateral agreements

Why It Matters

Trade is no longer a neutral economic function — it is a strategic instrument. As protectionism replaces globalization, countries are forced to choose partners, payment systems, and standards. This realignment reshapes growth trajectories, debt sustainability, and diplomatic leverage, accelerating the transition away from a single global trade framework.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

For foreign currency holders, fragmented trade means unequal currency demand and repricing risk. Currencies tied to shrinking trade corridors weaken, while those embedded in growing regional trade networks gain relevance. This environment favors currencies linked to production, commodities, and settlement access rather than financial reputation alone.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar: Trade Corridor Realignment
  Global commerce is reorganizing around regional blocs rather than global openness.

• Pillar: Regulation as Economic Control
  Standards, climate rules, and tariffs are replacing tariffs alone as trade barriers.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• The Economic Times -- “Exports likely to grow by 3% to $850 billion this fiscal: GTRI”

• Reuters -- “Global trade outlook dims as protectionism and tariffs rise”

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Markets Surge as Rate Cut Expectations Clash With Global Risk

Asset prices rise even as debt, war, and monetary strain intensify

Overview

• Global equity markets pushed to record highs, led by U.S. indices

• Investors are pricing in future rate cuts despite persistent inflation pressures

• Precious metals strengthened alongside equities, signaling hedging behavior

• Markets appear increasingly disconnected from geopolitical and fiscal realities

Key Developments

• U.S. stock indices rallied on expectations of looser monetary policy ahead

• Central banks face mounting pressure from debt servicing costs

• Gold and silver advanced as investors quietly hedge systemic risk

• Capital continues flowing into technology and AI-driven sectors

• Sovereign debt levels remain historically elevated despite market optimism

Why It Matters

This divergence between market optimism and underlying structural stress reflects a late-stage cycle dynamic. Asset inflation is being driven less by productivity and more by liquidity expectations. As debt loads grow and monetary flexibility narrows, markets are increasingly sensitive to confidence shocks — a key precursor to systemic reset events.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

For foreign currency holders, record markets signal valuation risk rather than strength. When equities rise alongside precious metals, it suggests capital is hedging against currency debasement. This reinforces the importance of positioning ahead of currency repricing, especially as central banks prioritize debt sustainability over currency purchasing power.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar: Asset Repricing
  Markets are inflating ahead of structural realignment, increasing the scale of future adjustments.

• Pillar: Debt Supremacy Over Currency Stability
  Monetary policy is increasingly dictated by debt burdens rather than inflation control.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• The Guardian -- “S&P 500 and Dow hit record highs as Santa rally reaches Wall Street”

• Reuters -- “Wall Street climbs as investors bet on future rate cuts”

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Ukraine Launches Christmas Storm Shadow Missile Strike on Russia

Energy infrastructure targeted as Kyiv intensifies economic pressure on Moscow

Overview

• Ukraine confirmed a successful long-range strike on Russia’s Novoshakhtinsk oil refinery using British-supplied Storm Shadow missiles.

• The refinery is a key supplier of diesel and jet fuel to Russian military operations.

• The strike occurred amid escalating energy-for-energy retaliation between Moscow and Kyiv.

Key Developments

• Ukrainian forces reported multiple explosions at the Novoshakhtinsk refinery in Russia’s Rostov region, with damage still being assessed.

• Kyiv also struck the Temryuk seaport in Krasnodar, damaging oil storage tanks used to supply Russian military logistics.

• Additional attacks were reported against a military airfield in Adygea, where Ukrainian forces confirmed a fire following impact.

• Russian officials claimed air defenses intercepted dozens of Ukrainian drones near Volgograd, a region hosting a major Lukoil refinery.

Why It Matters

Ukraine’s sustained targeting of Russian oil and fuel infrastructure directly attacks the financial backbone of Moscow’s war effort. Energy exports remain one of Russia’s primary revenue streams, and repeated disruptions raise costs, complicate logistics, and amplify pressure on global energy markets already strained by geopolitical instability.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

Energy disruptions ripple quickly through currency markets, particularly for nations exposed to oil-linked trade balances. Sustained attacks on Russian refining capacity can increase volatility in energy pricing, influence inflation expectations, and accelerate reserve diversification strategies among countries seeking insulation from conflict-driven supply shocks.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar: Energy as Financial Leverage — Control and disruption of energy infrastructure continues to shape global power alignment and currency confidence.

• Pillar: Militarization of Supply Chains — Strategic assets are increasingly treated as battlefield targets, reinforcing the shift toward resilient, regionalized systems.

This is not just a battlefield escalation — it’s economic warfare reshaping global energy and financial stability.

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Sources

• Newsweek – “Ukraine Launches Christmas Storm Shadow Missile Strike on Russia”

• Reuters – “Ukraine strikes Russian oil infrastructure as energy war escalates”

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BRICS Use Gold to Challenge Dollar Hegemony
Gold-backed reserves reshape power without firing a shot

Overview:

• BRICS nations collectively control nearly half of global gold production, reinforcing monetary independence.

• Central banks purchased roughly 800 metric tonnes of gold in 2025, valued near $105 billion.

• Gold prices surged above $4,400 per ounce, driven by sovereign accumulation and de-dollarization pressure.

Key Developments:

• BRICS gold reserves now exceed 6,000 tonnes, representing roughly 20–21% of global central bank holdings.

• Brazil resumed gold purchases in late 2025, adding 16 tonnes after a multi-year pause.

• Russia and China now settle roughly 90–95% of bilateral trade in local currencies, bypassing dollar rails.

• The BRICS “Unit” prototype launched in late 2025, backed 40% by physical gold and 60% by member currencies, establishing a gold-anchored trade benchmark.

Why It Matters:
Gold is no longer a passive reserve asset — it is re-emerging as an active settlement and trust mechanism. For foreign currency holders, this signals a structural shift away from dollar-centric liquidity toward asset-backed credibility. As more trade moves into gold-supported frameworks, demand for fiat reserves weakens while physical assets gain strategic importance.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders:

As BRICS nations shift trade and reserves toward gold-backed and local-currency settlement, foreign currency holders face a changing landscape of liquidity, demand, and valuation. Reduced reliance on the U.S. dollar in commodity trade weakens automatic dollar recycling, increasing volatility across foreign exchange markets.

Implications for the Global Reset:

• Pillar 1: Monetary Sovereignty — Gold-backed reserves allow nations to conduct trade without exposure to U.S. financial leverage.

• Pillar 2: Infrastructure Over Ideology — BRICS is not confronting the dollar directly; it is routing around it with settlement systems anchored in tangible value.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
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Sources:

• Watcher.Guru — “BRICS Use Gold to Challenge Dollar Hegemony and Redefine Power”

• World Gold Council — “Gold Demand Trends Q3 2025”
  

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“Tidbits From TNT” Friday Morning 12-26-2025

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Tishwash:  The Iraqi Gazette publishes the presidential decree calling for Parliament to convene on the 29th of this month.

The Ministry of Justice announced on Wednesday the issuance of the new issue of the Iraqi Gazette, which included Republican Decree No. (54) of 2025 regarding the invitation of the elected House of Representatives for the sixth session to convene on Monday, the 29th of this month, under the chairmanship of the oldest member.

The Ministry of Justice announced the issuance of the new issue of the Iraqi Gazette No. (4853), which included the publication of a presidential decree, two resolutions, and a number of instructions.

The Director General of the Iraqi Gazette Department, Ms. Haifa Shukr Mahmoud, said, “The issue included the publication of Republican Decree No. (54) of 2025, which included the invitation of the elected House of Representatives in its sixth session to convene on Monday, December 29, 2025, and the session shall be chaired by the oldest member.”

The Director General added, “The issue also included the publication of a decision issued by the Supreme Federal Court No. (235/Federal/2025) on 14/12/2025, in addition to the instructions for scientific promotions in the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research No. (10) of 2025.”

She explained that “the issue also included the publication of the decision to amend the founding statement of the “Al-Rafidain General Company for Dam Implementation / one of the formations of the Ministry of Water Resources, along with the amended founding statement.”  link

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Tishwash:  Judicial Council: The first session of Parliament must elect the President and his two deputies... and a warning

Zidane's meeting with the oldest speaker of parliament

 The President of the Supreme Judicial Council, Dr. Faiq Zaidan, met with the oldest Speaker of Parliament, during which they discussed the constitutional requirements for holding the first session of Parliament, including the necessity of electing the Speaker of Parliament and his two deputies, while emphasizing the need to adhere to the constitutional texts and respect the legal deadlines, and warning against any contrary interpretation that is considered an explicit constitutional violation that may hinder the formation of the legislative and executive authorities.

The President of the Supreme Judicial Council, Judge Dr. Faiq Zaidan, received today, Wednesday, December 24, 2025, Member of Parliament Amer Al-Fayez, who will preside over the session of Parliament on December 29, 2025, as he is the oldest member.

The Speaker of the Council stressed the importance of respecting and applying the constitutional texts as they are stated in the Constitution and not interpreting the texts with baseless interpretations, as Articles (54 and 55) of the Constitution explicitly stipulate the election of the Speaker of the House of Representatives and his two deputies in the first session of the new Council, and any interpretation to the contrary is a clear constitutional violation that opens the door to other violations that hinder the formation of the legislative and executive authorities within the constitutional deadlines.  link

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Tishwash:  The Central Bank of Syria sets the beginning of next year as the date for starting the currency exchange.

The Governor of the Central Bank of Syria, Abdul Qader Hasriya, has set the beginning of next year as the date for the start of replacing the old currency with a new one, according to what was published on his official Facebook page on Thursday.

The governor wrote, "January 1, 2026 is the date for the start of the replacement process. The executive regulations will be issued."

A presidential decree related to the issuance of the new Syrian currency granted the Central Bank powers "to determine the deadlines for exchange and its centers," according to what the governor published, confirming that executive instructions and an explanation of the mechanisms will be issued at a press conference to be held next Sunday.

In August, the governor revealed that his country intends to replace the banknotes in circulation with new ones that remove two zeros from them, explaining that six new denominations will be printed from various sources.

Improving the exchange rate of the Syrian pound is one of the most prominent financial challenges in Syria after the overthrow of ousted President Bashar al-Assad on December 8.

Before the outbreak of the conflict in 2011, the dollar was worth about fifty liras, before the currency gradually collapsed and lost more than ninety percent of its value.

Syrians are forced to carry large amounts of banknotes in their bags or plastic bags to meet their needs. The 5,000 Syrian pound note is currently the highest denomination in circulation.

According to the governor, the central bank intends to print six new denominations, explaining that for logistical reasons and to meet demand, the printing will be done at two or three sources.

Following the outbreak of the conflict and under the economic sanctions imposed on the previous regime, Syrian banknotes were printed exclusively in Russia, which was an ally of Assad and to which he turned as opposition factions advanced on Damascus late last year.

The exchange rate has recently fluctuated between 10,000 and 11,000 against the dollar, whereas it hovered around 15,000 in the months preceding Assad's downfall.  link

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