What’s Really Driving Gold & Silver Volatility? It’s Classic ‘Price Misdirection’ | Andy Schectman

What’s Really Driving Gold & Silver Volatility? It’s Classic ‘Price Misdirection’ | Andy Schectman

Miles Franklin Media:  Michelle Makori, President & Editor-in-Chief of Miles Franklin Media, breaks down the shocking overnight sell-off that sent gold and silver prices tumbling before bouncing back.

Andy Schectman, Founder & CEO of Miles Franklin Precious Metals, reveals what really happened and who dumped gold in the middle of the night and why?

Was it technical selling, profit-taking, or a coordinated paper-market attack?

Schectman exposes what really happened during the “drive-by” selloff, which banks quietly bought the dip, and how this wild volatility could be a flashing warning signal of something much bigger – a reset in the global monetary order.

 In this interview:

Record highs followed by the sharpest gold drop in 12 years

Massive futures dump at the thinnest trading hour – why it matters

Evidence of major banks buying physical metal right after the crash

Paper vs. Physical: the widening gap and what it reveals

Is this volatility engineered misdirection before a monetary reset?

Why gold’s “crash” may actually confirm its long-term bull trend

00:00 Introduction: Gold & Silver Market Volatility

 02:55 Analyzing the Gold Market Correction

04:44 Market Manipulation & Paper Contracts

13:43 Global Financial Implications

31:52 Mainstream Media Narratives

38:46 Future of Gold & Silver

44:19 Systemic Contagion & Coordinated Attacks

 46:22 Global South & East's Role in Commodities

50:26 The Erosion of the Dollar's Attraction

59:00 U.S. Government's Secret Gold Accumulation

 01:11:09 The Federal Reserve's Dilemma

01:21:06 Practical Investment Advice in a Volatile Market

01:27:37 Conclusion & Viewer Engagement

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8yPTYZGxAV8

Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Thursday Afternoon 10-23-25

The Dollar Price Stabilized In Local Markets With The Closing Of The Stock Exchange.

Thursday, October 23, 2025, 5:01 PM | Economics Number of readings: 138  Baghdad / NINA / The exchange rates of the dollar stabilized against the dinar, Thursday afternoon, in Baghdad markets, with the closing of the stock exchange.

The dollar prices witnessed stability in the Al-Kifah and Al-Harithiya stock exchanges, recording 141,400 dinars for $100, the same prices recorded this morning.

The selling prices in exchange shops and local markets stabilized in Baghdad, where the selling price reached 142,500 dinars for $100, while the purchase price reached 140,500 dinars for $100.

In Erbil, the dollar also stabilized, where the selling price reached 141,200 dinars for every $100, and the purchase price reached 141,075 dinars for $100. /End  https://ninanews.com/Website/News/Details?key=1258437

Al-Nusairi: Strengthening And Continuing The Implementation Of The Economic Reform Methodology Is A Central Goal After The Elections.

Banks   Economy News – Baghdad  Economic and banking advisor Samir Al-Nusairi explained on Thursday that in light of the current circumstances, amid the democratic movement, preparations for the upcoming elections, and the economic challenges facing our beloved country, it is necessary to develop a methodology for post-election economic reform that reinforces and continues the economic reform process initiated by successive previous governments, particularly what the current government has undertaken since 2023 in all economic sectors, with a focus on financial and banking reform in cooperation with the Central Bank and international consulting firms.

Al-Nusairi said in an interview with Al-Eqtisad News that the Iraqi economy, through study, analysis, capabilities, and available factors, can overcome imbalances and deviations in the economic structure and achieve balanced and diversified economic and structural reforms for the economy, while insisting on overcoming the objective and subjective economic conditions that the country is experiencing after the elections. Al-Nusairi promised to stimulate, encourage, and support the private sector in accordance with the vision of the Private Sector Development Strategy (2014-2030), which is based on Article 25 of the Constitution, which stipulates (the development of a vital and prosperous national private sector that is locally proactive, regionally competitive, and globally integrated) with the aim of achieving economic diversification, sustainable development, and job creation with the necessary and appropriate steps.

He pointed out the necessity of abandoning the rentier economy, which relies on 93% of oil revenues and constitutes 60% of the gross domestic product, and developing and revolutionizing other vital economic sectors, including agriculture, industry, and tourism, through restructuring state-owned industries, a gradual shift towards the private sector, and encouraging partnerships with local and foreign investors, in addition to reviewing the legislative environment for industrial operations and providing the infrastructure to secure the requirements of the work environment, and expanding the establishment of industrial zones.

He added that improving agricultural production and livestock, providing effective supplies and treatments for fields and farms, maintaining irrigation and drainage projects, supporting agricultural products for export, improving seed quality, and ensuring state prices, as well as supporting entrepreneurship, providing support for small and medium-sized enterprises, and granting soft loans, are all essential components for economic resilience and recovery.

He stressed the need to address the ongoing delay in preparing the general budget and commit to submitting it to the House of Representatives by the date specified in the Financial Management Law, approving it, and issuing its law by early 2026, while emphasizing the completion of the final accounts for previous years and submitting them to the new House of Representatives.

He explained that the country possesses the elements of resilience and economic progress, represented by its possession of the fourth-largest oil reserves in the world, exceeding 150 billion barrels, vast arable agricultural areas, young human resources capable of working, and experts in economics and finance with academic and executive experience, which can lead Iraq to recovery by providing a suitable work environment and securing an investment climate that encourages private capital and contributes to economic development, and stimulating and encouraging the real sector.

Al-Nusairi concluded his speech by pointing to the shortcomings of the legislative environment for managing the economy and the laws regulating economic activity, which were issued in 2004, which calls for reconsideration and making fundamental amendments to them in line with the new situation of managing the economy, international economic changes and their negative impact on the economic reality. https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=61487

Oil Prices Rose 3% After US Sanctions On Russian Companies.

economy | 10/23/2025   Mawazine News – Economy   Oil prices jumped about 2.5% on Thursday, extending gains from the previous session amid renewed supply concerns after the United States imposed sanctions on major Russian oil companies Rosneft and Lukoil over the conflict in Ukraine.

Brent crude futures rose $1.56, or 2.49%, to $64.15 by 03:03 GMT. U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures rose $1.53, or 2.62%, to $60.03.

The United States expressed its readiness to take further action and urged Moscow to immediately agree to a ceasefire in the Russian war in Ukraine. U.S. President Donald Trump has resisted pressure from members of Congress to impose energy sanctions for months, hoping Russia would agree to end the fighting in Ukraine.

But with no end in sight, he said he felt the time had come. Britain imposed sanctions on Rosneft and Lukoil last week. Separately, European Union countries agreed on the 19th package of sanctions against Russia over the war, which includes a ban on imports of Russian liquefied natural gas.

“President Trump’s new sanctions on Russia’s largest oil companies are aimed at choking off the revenues the Kremlin is funding the war, a move that could lead to a reduction in the actual flow of Russian barrels,” said Priyanka Sachdeva, market analyst at Philip Nova.

 Immediately after the US sanctions were announced, Brent and WTI crude futures rose by more than $2 a barrel, also supported by a surprise drop in US inventories. But market skepticism about whether the US sanctions would actually lead to a fundamental shift in supply limited oil’s gains.   https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=268954

Gold Prices Rebound Amid Rising Geopolitical Tensions And Anticipation Of US Inflation Data.

Thursday, October 23, 2025, 4:04 PM | Economics Number of reads: 183

Baghdad/ NINA / Gold prices rebounded after declining in the previous session, driven by rising geopolitical risks amid US sanctions on Russia and the possibility of additional restrictions on Chinese exports, while investors are awaiting US inflation data for fresh clues on the path of interest rates.

Spot gold rose 0.7 percent to $4,123.39 per ounce.

US gold futures for December delivery rose 1.8 percent to $4,138.10 per ounce.

Gold prices have risen about 57 percent so far this year, reaching an all-time high of $4,381.21 last Monday, benefiting from geopolitical and economic uncertainty, bets on interest rate cuts, and continued buying by central banks.

As for other precious metals, spot silver rose 1.2 percent to $49.10 an ounce, platinum fell 1.1 percent to $1,603.70, and palladium fell 0.9 percent to $1,445.43. /End    https://ninanews.com/Website/News/Details?key=1258424

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Thursday Afternoon 10-23-25

Good Afternoon Dinar Recaps,

Central Banks Turn to Gold as Trust in Paper Fades

Soaring bullion demand reveals growing unease with dollar liquidity and debt saturation.

Global markets are witnessing a decisive flight toward tangible value. The World Gold Council’s Q3 report shows an 18% surge in central bank gold purchases, led by China, Turkey, and India—nations central to the shifting axis of monetary power.

China’s official holdings now exceed 2,280 tonnes, while several BRICS-aligned states are quietly accumulating through sovereign funds and strategic reserves.

• Silver and copper prices have also spiked amid supply disruptions and war-driven risk premiums, signaling stress across key industrial metals.

• Analysts view this as more than hedging—it’s a confidence migration away from paper-based debt instruments toward hard collateral systems.

The pattern mirrors historic monetary transitions where nations move to anchor currencies in real assets ahead of systemic change. As liquidity pressures deepen, metal accumulation becomes both insurance and infrastructure—preparing for potential asset-backed settlements under new monetary frameworks.

Implications:
Gold’s re-emergence as a central monetary asset highlights waning trust in fiat solvency and the return of commodity-based credibility in international finance. This accumulation phase may serve as the bridge to a hybrid financial order, where digital systems meet physical anchors—the defining feature of a modernized gold-linked reset.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources:

• World Gold Council Q3 Report

• Bloomberg Metals Market Data

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IMF, BIS, and the Return of Real Value: Gold as the Digital Anchor

New reports hint that the foundations of the next monetary system may be tangible once again.

A quiet but significant policy pivot is underway at the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the Bank for International Settlements (BIS).
Recent internal discussions and BIS briefings indicate growing support for “multi-asset reserve models” — systems that blend digital currency frameworks with physical asset collateral, particularly gold.

• The IMF’s 2025 Digital Reserve Study highlights that a gold-linked digital settlement unit could “enhance confidence and liquidity during global restructuring phases.”

• Meanwhile, the BIS Innovation Hub’s Project Aurum has begun simulations using tokenized gold as a reserve instrument for cross-border payments.

• Several BRICS and G20 nations are reportedly exploring hybrid frameworks where tokenized fiat is partially backed by sovereign gold reserves, a model that merges old-world security with digital speed.

These initiatives suggest that the next monetary architecture may not abandon hard assets but re-anchor global liquidity in verifiable value.
Such a system would reduce fiat dependency and create a bridge between Western CBDCs and Eastern gold-backed payment rails — the foundation of a new, interoperable financial order.

Implications:
If successful, this shift could mark the first asset-based digital standard since 1971, restoring trust to global money and formalizing the structure of the post-dollar financial reset.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources:

• IMF Digital Reserve Study 2025

• BIS Project Aurum Update

• World Gold Council – Central Bank Holdings Data

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Jon Dowling & Mark Z & Zester - NESARA GESARA, GREAT WEALTH TRANSFER, CURRENCIES & THE NEW SYSTEM

Jon Dowling & Mark Z & Zester - NESARA GESARA, GREAT WEALTH TRANSFER, CURRENCIES & THE NEW SYSTEM

10-22-2025

Are we on the cusp of a financial revolution? Recent global events certainly suggest something monumental is brewing beneath the surface of our economic landscape.

A compelling podcast episode recently delved deep into the intricate mechanics of this global financial reset, featuring a wide-ranging discussion on currency revaluations, the indispensable role of blockchain technology, and the timeless significance of precious metals.

Joining the hosts were two formidable voices: Mark Z, a seasoned financial analyst and commentator, and his son Zester, a blockchain and crypto expert who has been hands-on in the industry since 2016.

 Together, they painted a vivid picture of an evolving economic future that demands our attention.

Mark Z kicked off the conversation by providing crucial context for the impending reset. He highlighted a series of geopolitical and financial developments – from Iraq’s pivotal oil shipment moves and the ravenous gold accumulation by central banks, to legislative efforts concerning sanctions on Zimbabwe.

All these events, he argued, are not isolated incidents but interconnected signals of an inevitable shift. He emphasized the crucial need to “clean up” existing corrupt financial systems in nations like Vietnam and Venezuela as a prerequisite for any meaningful revaluation of currencies and assets.

The message was clear: the old system is being meticulously dismantled.

Building on his father’s insights, Zester articulated how blockchain technology is not merely a buzzword, but the very backbone of this new financial system. He explained how traditional assets, especially precious metals like gold and silver, will become incredibly liquid and tradeable at spot prices through tokenization.

But Zester stressed a critical point: blockchain’s impact extends far beyond just cryptocurrencies. It represents a fundamental shift towards an immutable, transparent system for ownership, legal processes, and every conceivable financial transaction.

Imagine a world where asset ownership is verifiable instantly, legal agreements are executed without dispute, and financial transactions are beyond reproach. This is the promise of blockchain in the context of the reset.

The discussion then moved to the practical architecture of this transition.

The upcoming ISO 20022 messaging standard, designed to modernize global banking communication, is central to this. While many blockchain projects are only now integrating this standard, projects like Ripple (XRP) have been at the forefront for years, positioning them as key players in the new financial paradigm.

The hosts and guests highlighted the projected impact of XRP ETFs launching soon, with potential inflows of a staggering $10 billion. This influx, they predict, could push XRP’s price into double digits, fueling a broader crypto bull run perfectly aligned with the global reset.

Legislative efforts are also paving the way. They touched on initiatives like the Bitcoin Act of 2024/2025, which aims to create a decentralized crypto strategic reserve in the U.S., notably funded by a revaluation of gold – directly connecting precious metals back to the digital future.

While the outlook is transformative, the hosts also stressed the inevitability of a market correction or “crash” as the old fiat system makes way for the new asset-backed model.

 Their advice was pragmatic: prepare and stay grounded amidst the anticipated volatility.

For a glimpse into a successful transition, they pointed to El Salvador’s pioneering adoption of blockchain in its judicial system. This real-world example demonstrates how the technology can significantly reduce crime and stabilize economies, proving its potential beyond just financial transactions.

In closing, Mark and Zester delivered a powerful message: we are standing before an unprecedented opportunity. This is a monumental shift from a debt-based fiat system to an asset-backed, blockchain-enabled future.

 But with this blessing, they warned, comes profound responsibility. Complacency is not an option. Active participation and vigilance are crucial to prevent the new system from succumbing to the same human flaws of corruption and inequality that plagued the old.

The podcast concluded with practical resources for those looking to acquire precious metals and understand the currencies pivotal to this global reset.

Ready to dive deeper into how gold, blockchain, and astute financial analysis are reshaping our world?

Watch the full video from Jon Dowling for further insights and information – because the future isn’t just coming; it’s being built right now.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rqFM9PnKFPA

https://dinarchronicles.com/2025/10/23/jon-dowling-nesara-gesara-great-wealth-transfer-currencies-new-system-updates-with-markz-and-zester/

Thursday Coffee with MarkZ. 10/23/2025

Thursday Coffee with MarkZ. 10/23/2025

Some highlights by PDK-Not verbatim

MarkZ Disclaimer: Please consider everything on this call as my opinion. People who take notes do not catch everything and its best to watch the video so that you get everything in context.  Be sure to consult a professional for any financial decisions

Member: I’m giving thanks for another blessed day!! Good morning to all

Member: here we are approaching the end of October….. still nothing

Member: Oct 24, 1929 the market crashed - could tomorrow be a black Friday?

Member: I’ve just been watching Jon Dowling, Mark Z, & Zester Z in their interview. Very good. Interesting what Zester said about the ISO 20022 coins & adoption.

Member: ISO22 in effect 11/22

​​Member: Zester gave the clearest most comprehensive explanation of our new financial system that I’ve ever heard.

Member: The stress of waiting for this RV is clogging my liver!

MZ: Well, this is a quiet day for news…nothing wrong and the news is good…just not much of it.  – I cannot stand these quiet days….I just want something big, fast and quick….they need to git er’done.

Member: Bondholders have become squatters in Reno, waiting on RV…lol

MZ: lol- They have become squatters all over the place…..From Zurich to Reno to Columbia and many other places.

MZ: Bond side is still quiet. I have a contact who has a meeting that starts in 24 minutes or so and a couple others who have meetings today or tomorrow.   Hoping to hear some news about timing .

Member: Will we be able to exchange the older dinar with the face of Sadaam Hussein on it?

MZ: I get mixed thoughts on this by many. I think there is a chance, but wouldn’t count on it. I would definitely take it with me at exchange time. Just in case. But I wouldn’t go out and buy any.

Member: I am interested to understand what it means for the RV if Sudani does or does not get re-elected....

Member: I hear Sudani is planning a trip to meet with Trump in Washington DC

MZ: I can confirm that. He is planning a trip to Washington DC

Member: Frank reported that we would see the rate in the budget prior to Parliament recieving it on the 26th. Exchange centers inside Iraq start the 25th to turn in 3 zero notes. Not sure when we RV

Member: Mark, based on all the news coming out of Iraq, geopolitical news, bond news, basics, etc…What is your gut saying about timing??

MZ: Some Iraq news: “ Alaq to Rudaw: The tripartite budget included very large spending and a high level of deficit”  he also talks about deleting the zeros in this one. But it seems they had expected to have a new value done halfway through the budget and did not get it done so they now have a deficit. IMO

MZ: That they are talking about the budget and the need to delete zeros in this one sitting tells us something. To me he is telling us they are working on it and we will see it soon.

MZ: I am ready to have it done.

MZ: “No obstacles in the way of withdrawing oil revenues from US banks” Al- Alaq has been on a tour. He is letting us know that all the election year rhetoric is BS. He is trying to keep everyone grounded.

MZ: He also wants us to know the project to delete the zero is well underway …that the project still exists and it is ongoing. They are right now working on it. One thing I found about Iraq – when they say they are working on it- they are really just about done.

MZ: “Iraq is the fourth Arab (nation) in possession of gold” they want us to know they are growing their gold reserves. They have over 162 tons and are on a buying spree and adding more gold monthly to their totals. It is important for the support it gives to the Iraq currency.

Member: Vietnam is operating at peak performance. The nation reported a staggering 8.2% GDP increase in Quarter 3 of 2025

Member: Any guess on the Zimbabwe rv value?

MZ: I continue to hear that on the low side its $11 million per $100T note….and the high side is $50 million per 1 $100T note. Most of what I have heard over the years is around $30 million per $100T bond note.

MZ: On the Zim Agro checks I continue to hear $330 grand per $1 billion.

Member: Metals look like the bounced off of yesterday's lows; the price difference between silver options and physical silver price has tightened again. Something to keep an eye on IMO

Member: Praying this our weekend and we don’t have to have to go through this same old “we’re almost there process anymore.” I love being with you all but mentally exhausted

Member: Blessings & Congratulations To All Celebrating Their Anniversaries & Birthdays Today

Member: Thanks to all …and hoping everyone has a great day today.

MZ: Dr. Scott is planning on joining us this evening.  

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“Tidbits From TNT” Thursday 10-23-2025

TNT:

Tishwash:  Central Bank: The project to remove zeros from the dinar is still ongoing and is being planned.

 Central Bank Governor Ali Al-Alaq confirmed that the three-year budget "included very large expenditures and a high deficit," noting that the issue of removing zeros from the dinar may witness developments in the coming period.

On the sidelines of Al-Alaq's participation in the Duhok Conference on Economic and Financial Problems in Iraq and the Kurdistan Region, Al-Alaq said, "The budget for the three years included very large expenditures, which is why the deficit was high. However, there is ongoing coordination between the Central Bank and the Ministry of Finance to achieve a high degree of financial stability."

He added, "The issue of removing zeros from the Iraqi currency is an ongoing project that is being planned, and we may hear developments regarding it in the coming period."

He pointed out that, "With the renewed proposal for the zero-removal project, which is currently being prepared, the currency denominations will be restructured in general, including the 20,000 denomination." link

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Tishwash:  No obstacles in way of withdrawing oil revenues from US banks: Iraq 

The governor of the Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) said Wednesday there are no obstacles in the way of withdrawing oil revenues from US banks, amid recent reports that Washington has sanctioned tens of Iraqi banks due to alleged violations involving illegal dollar transactions.

 "There are no obstacles or barriers," Ali Alaq told Rudaw on the sidelines of the second scientific conference of the College of Administration and Economics at the University of Duhok. "We receive... US dollars daily and convert it directly to Iraqi dinars to meet the needs of the Ministry of Finance and pay those who are entitled to dollars in exchange for dinars."

 Iraq's oil revenues are deposited in US banks, namely the Federal Reserve, for the purpose of stabilizing Iraqi dinar, management of inflation, and several other critical reasons. The practice originated after the 2003 invasion under UN and US oversight.

 In August, Iraq Observatory reported that 35 of the 72 banks currently operating in Iraq have been sanctioned by the US due to alleged violations of illegal US dollar transactions.

 Oil revenue is Iraq’s main source of income, and the federal government relies on oil sales to cover its costs and pay the salaries of its civil servants.

 Iraq has generated an estimated revenue of $7.1 billion in August oil exports, reported the country's oil ministry.

 Issues around budget deficiencies

In June 2023, Iraq passed a three-year budget that included a record $152 billion in spending, allocating 12.6 percent to the Kurdistan Region.

"The three-year budget contains significant expenditures, which is why the deficit has increased," Alaq warned, adding there is, however, "coordination between the Ministry of Finance and the Central Bank to ensure greater financial stability."

He added there are "plans being implemented in coordination between the government and the Central Bank to establish a foundation for financial sustainability that will not face shortages and problems.

"The programs that the government and Central Bank are working on include increasing non-oil revenues to protect against the shocks that hit Iraq's economy.

"I believe there will be significant progress on this matter in the future. Financial sustainability is an important and fundamental goal that we are all working on."

Under Iraq's three-year budget plan for 2023-2025, it was decided that the federal government’s revenues and expenditures would follow a set framework, with the finance ministry preparing an updated revenue and expenditure table each year for parliamentary approval.

However, the 2025 budget table has yet to be submitted to Parliament. In practice, even when such tables are prepared, the figures often differ significantly from actual revenues and expenditures, as seen over the past two years.

Removing zeros from currency

Last week, the CBI announced plans to remove zeros from dinar, as part of efforts to strengthen the national currency. 

"The matter of removing zeros from the Iraqi currency is a project that still exists and is ongoing. We are planning for it, and in the future we will see progress on this matter," Alaq said.

Iraq’s national currency, the dinar, has recently demonstrated strong signs of recovery, with the market rate steadily approaching the official exchange rate of 1,320 IQD to the US dollar. After a turbulent period of volatility and speculation   link

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Tishwash:  Nechirvan Barzani receives a message from Trump

US President Donald Trump expressed his thanks and appreciation to Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani for his efforts to promote peace and peaceful coexistence, and his endeavors to end conflicts in the Middle East.

The Kurdistan Region Presidency stated in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency on Wednesday evening that Barzani received a letter from the US President on Tuesday evening, thanking him for his efforts and endeavors to achieve peace. He also stressed the importance of ending disputes and tensions in the Middle East.

In his message, Trump emphasized that the nations of the world are capable of overcoming old differences and moving toward a shared future of peace, success, and progress.

The US President expressed his personal commitment and that of his administration to supporting efforts to achieve sustainable peace and end conflicts and violence in the region and the world.

He concluded his message by conveying his greetings and best wishes to the President of the Kurdistan Region, Nechirvan Barzani, and his family. link

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Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Thursday Morning 10-23-25

Deposit Growth Declines And Cash Credit Rises In Iraq
 
Energy and Business   2025-10-22 Shafaq News – Baghdad   The Central Bank of Iraq reported on Wednesday a  decline in bank deposit growth,  while credit growth increased during July.
 
A bank statistic reviewed by Shafaq News Agency showed that total deposits at banks operating in Iraq decreased by 1% in July, reaching 116.265 trillion dinars,  compared to their value in June, which amounted to 117.439 trillion dinars.

The bank added that central government deposits amounted to 36.22 trillion dinars,  while public institution deposits amounted to 25.442 trillion dinars,  and private sector deposits amounted to 54.595 trillion dinars.
 
The statistics indicated that credit growth increased by 2% in July, reaching 73.027 trillion dinars, compared to June, when credit growth reached 71.483 trillion dinars.
 
The bank explained that credit provided to the central government amounted to 25.77 trillion dinars,
 
while credit provided to public institutions amounted to 2.43 trillion dinars,  and credit provided to the private sector amounted to 44.827 trillion dinars.    https://shafaq.com/ar/اقتصـاد/تراجع-نمو-الودا-ع-وارتفاع-الا-تمان-النقدي-في-العراق

Al-Ghariri: Iraq's negotiations to join the World Trade Organization are ongoing.
 
Yesterday, 18:47  Baghdad – INA     Minister of Trade Athir Dawood Al-Ghariri confirmed on Monday that  Iraq's negotiations to join the World Trade Organization are ongoing, while  stating that regional cooperation and integration are the path to achieving   peace,   stability, and   sustainable development.
 
A statement by the Ministry of Trade received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA) stated:
 
"Minister of Trade Athir Dawood Al-Ghariri participated in the sixteenth session of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), held in Geneva with broad participation from representatives of countries and international and regional organizations."
 
According to the statement, the minister affirmed that  "collective action and regional integration represent a fundamental pillar for building a more stable and equitable economic system in light of the transformations and challenges facing the world," emphasizing that  "open regional agreements can support the multilateral trading systemand promote sustainable development."

  Al-Ghariri pointed out that   "Iraq, which is continuing its negotiations to join the World Trade Organization, views regional initiatives as an opportunity to   enhance its institutional readiness and   align its legislative and investment frameworks,      enabling it to effectively integrate into the global economy."  

He explained that  "regional integration represents a pillar for development and reconstruction,  and that cooperation in the areas of   infrastructure,  simplifying customs procedures,   encouraging investment,   energy,  agriculture, and   services    contributes to   enhancing competitiveness and    diversifying the national economy."
 
At the end of his speech, the Minister praised UNCTAD's significant role  in supporting Iraq during its accession to the World Trade Organization,  stressing that "regional cooperation and integration are the path to achieving peace, stability, and sustainable development."       https://ina.iq/ar/economie/246099-.html    

An Economist Explains: Iraq Can Write Off 90% Of Its "Odious" Debt.
 
October 21, 2025   Baghdad/Iraq Observer  Today, economic expert Nabil Al-Marsoumi revealed new details regarding Iraq's foreign debt,asserting that  Iraq has the legal right to write off approximately 90% of these debts, which he considered "odious."

Al-Marsoumi explained, in a post on his official Facebook page, that  Iraq's total external debt amounts to $54 billion, of which $13.5 billion is active debt, on which the government is paying interest, and $40.5 billion is inactive debt owed to Gulf states, frozen without interest payments and unsettled since the 1990s.
 
He pointed out that the total amount of these debts does not exceed $18 billion,   of which $12 billion is owed to Saudi Arabia and $6 billion to Kuwait,      while the remaining claims represent a mixture of several components:
 
 1. Exporting oil to Iraq through the neutral zone between Saudi Arabia and Kuwait, at a quantity of 1.3 million barrels per day.
 
 2. Paying off Iraq's debts to others or guaranteeing loans, as Saudi Arabia helped the previous government to boost its creditworthiness.
 
 3. Equipping Iraq with civilian and military means to serve the war effort,  which were considered support rather than official loans.
 
 4. Providing facilities at Saudi and Kuwaiti ports and   exemptions from transit fees and customs clearance,    including the construction of a  pipeline to transport Iraqi oil through Saudi territory.
 
Al-Marsoumi emphasized that these components do not constitute legal debts unless there is a written agreement, and that the legal principle of odious debt allows for the  cancellation of obligations that are not used to serve the public.

He pointed out that the optimal solution to these debts lies in establishing an international arbitration court  to separate legal debts from odious debts, which would enable Iraq to pay only about 10% of the legal debts, and cancel the remainder, thus freeing the country from its large external debts.       https://observeriraq.net/خبير-اقتصادي-يوضح-بإمكان-العراق-إسقاط-9/    

 
Economist: Domestic Debt Is A Tragedy, And External Debt Is The Most Dangerous.
 
Economy   October 18, 19:09   Information / Special.. Economist Ahmed Abd Rabbuh confirmed on Saturday that Iraq's internal and external debts have reached alarming levels that   threaten the country's financial and economic stability.

He warned that continued borrowing without genuine financial reforms   will lead to a crisis of confidence between      citizens and      banking institutions.
 
In a statement to Al-Maalouma News Agency, Abdel Rabbo said,  "Domestic debts represent a true economic tragedy   because they are financed by the local banking system,    which weakens citizens' confidence in banks and   raises fears that their  balances or  savings  will be affected if the crisis worsens."

He explained that "external debts are the most dangerous   because they subject the country to external political and economic conditions      that limit its financial sovereignty."

 He added that "the continued accumulation of domestic debt   without   regulating government expenditures   or a clear plan to direct them toward productive development projects   poses a direct threat to the national economy," noting that "the continued delay in approving budgets   has exposed weak government performance      and the failure to hold accountable  those    who have exceeded constitutional deadlines for the general budget." 
 
Abdul Rabbo pointed out that "it is unlikely that a new budget or financial schedules   will be approved for the current year in light of the    lack of real accountability and the   decline in oil prices, which will lead to the   disruption of investment projects and a   slowdown in economic growth."
 
This warning comes at a time    when the government is facing a stifling financial crisis      resulting from         mounting debt and   declining oil revenues,  while economic experts are calling for a    comprehensive reform of fiscal policy and   enhanced oversight of public spending    before the country slides into a deeper economic crisis.    
https://almaalomah.me/news/113187/economy/اقتصادي:-الديون-الداخلية-مأساة-والخارجية-الأخطر   
  

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Thursday Morning 10-23-25

Good Morning Dinar Recaps,

Don’t be fearful of control by federal reserve because we are going to a gold backed system which takes away their power of debt. They will just go away as we return to our Republic and gold. The base and rails of the system are being laid and there is more info on how this will lead to our new global financial system and reset. Our currency will be digital called Stablecoins, backed by gold. No more debt system so no more Fed control. Our system will be based on gold as our anchor and collateral.  That is the direction the world is going and daily we see it happening with record gold purchases and regulations world wide on digital use of currency in the form of stablecoins. Stablecoins will be backed by gold — not fiat treasury bills or bonds like they are now.   Seeds of Wisdom Team

IMF and BIS Confront Hidden Fault Lines in Global Private Credit

Regulators quietly move to map shadow lending risks as unregulated markets surpass $2.1 trillion.

A new phase of global financial oversight is emerging as the IMF and Bank for International Settlements (BIS) intensify cooperation on systemic risk mapping across private credit markets. These unregulated lending pools—now estimated above $2.1 trillion globally—have become the largest blind spot in modern finance.

• The IMF’s October Financial Stability Report warns that nonbank lenders could trigger “cross-border liquidity fractures” if defaults rise.

• The BIS is coordinating data collection and digital transparency protocols among major central banks to identify risk concentration channels.

• Industry insiders suggest the next step could involve tokenized credit reporting systems—an early precursor to a digitally unified financial oversight framework.

This move represents more than regulatory caution; it signals the first visible layer of a transition toward centralized digital control mechanisms capable of absorbing shocks from private markets.

Implications:
The growing dependence on opaque private credit reveals deep structural fragility in the global system. As the IMF and BIS step in to “map” the risks, they are effectively laying the digital scaffolding for a future in which liquidity management and credit issuance converge under programmable central bank oversight—a core feature of the unfolding global financial reset.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
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Sources:

• IMF Financial Stability Report 2025

• BIS Bulletin on Private Credit Risk

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The Dollar Defends Its Final Fronts: Currency Interventions Signal a Shifting Order

Joint U.S.–Japan market action underscores the dollar’s fragility as China quietly rewires reserve holdings.

Global currency markets are showing the early signs of a strategic realignment. For the second time this quarter, the U.S. Treasury and Japan’s Finance Ministry intervened jointly to defend the yen from record depreciation—an effort to preserve stability in a system increasingly strained by diverging interests.

The coordinated move reflects heightened concern over global FX volatility, particularly as China continues reducing its U.S. Treasury holdings, reallocating into euros and gold reserves for the seventh straight month.

• Analysts note that Beijing’s shift is not a short-term hedge, but a gradual decoupling from the dollar-centric architecture that has dominated since the 1970s.

• Meanwhile, several Asian and Middle Eastern economies are experimenting with local currency trade settlements, further diluting the dollar’s central role in regional transactions.

The interventions reveal a paradox: the defense of the old system confirms the rise of the new. As Washington fights to preserve dollar liquidity, emerging powers are designing multilateral currency corridors and gold-linked trade mechanisms that could redefine global exchange.

Implications:
Each round of intervention buys time, not stability. The pattern reflects the controlled unwinding of dollar dependency, signaling the gradual emergence of regional monetary blocs that may form the foundation of a post-dollar settlement regime—a core component of the global financial reset.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources:

• Reuters – Japan, U.S. Conduct Joint FX Action

• CNBC – China Cuts U.S. Treasury Holdings Again

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Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Wednesday Evening 10-22-25

Central Bank Of Iraq: The Project To Remove Zeros From The Dinar Is Still Ongoing And Is Being Planned.
 
Local    The Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq, Ali Al-Alaq,confirmed that the third budget"included very large expenditures and a high deficit," noting that the issue of removing zeros from the dinar may witness developments in the coming period.

On the sidelines of Al-Alaq's participation in the Duhok Conference on Economic and Financial Problems in Iraq and the Kurdistan Region, Al-Alaq said, "The budget for the three years included very large expenditures, and   therefore the deficit was high.

However, there is ongoing coordination between the   Central Bank and the   Ministry of Finance      to achieve a high degree of financial stability."

 He added, "The issue of removing zeros from the Iraqi currency is a project that is   still ongoing and   being planned, and  we may hear developments regarding it in the coming period."
 
He pointed out that,"With the renewed proposal for the zero-removal project,   which is currently being prepared, the   currency denominations will be restructured in general,   including the 20,000 denomination."   
https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=61468    

What did the IMF report say about the economic situation in Iraq?

Economy | 10/22/2025  Mawazine News - Follow-up:
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) revealed, on Wednesday, its expectations for economic growth in Iraq to increase and inflation to decrease.

The IMF stated in a report followed by Mawazine News, "After reviewing the latest report on the World Economic Outlook, the Fund expected economic growth in Iraq to increase, and inflation to decrease."

The report's data came as follows:

Gross Domestic Product (GDP) Growth:

Iraq's real GDP is expected to grow by 0.5% this year, after it was expected in April to record a contraction of 0.2%. In 2026, growth is expected to rise to 3.6%, after previous estimates indicated growth of only 1.4%.

Inflation:

Inflation estimates for 2025 were lowered from 2.5% to 1.5%, and those for 2026 were lowered from 2.7% to 2.5%.

These revisions reflect increased optimism about the recovery of the Iraqi economy and price stability compared to previous estimates.  https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=268915

Does Public Debt Pose A Real Threat To The National Economy? An Economist Explains

E+conomy | 10:07 - 10/22/2025   Mawazine News – Baghdad  Economic expert, Munir Al-Obaidi, clarified the extent of the danger of internal and external debt to the Iraqi economy, indicating that the danger of the internal debt does not lie in its absolute value, but rather in its ratio to the gross domestic product. This is according to data from the Central Agency for Statistics.

Al-Obaidi said in a post reviewed by Mawazine News that “during the past few days, which witnessed widespread media coverage of the internal debt and its amount, this raised legitimate questions about whether this debt poses an actual danger to the national economy, and what is the nature of this danger, if any.

 In order to understand the picture accurately, the issue must be analyzed from several interconnected angles, the first of which is the size of the debt relative to the gross domestic product.”

He added, "Iraq's GDP is around 230 trillion dinars, which makes the ratio of domestic debt to GDP around 39%, which is lower than the critical ratio of 50% set by many countries.

" He pointed out that "the concern here stems from the composition of the GDP itself, as more than 65% of it depends on the oil sector. If oil prices decline, the GDP will shrink, raising the debt-to-GDP ratio even if the debt level remains constant, which exacerbates the risk."

He continued, "One of the most prominent challenges is the high interest rates on domestic debt instruments.

Recent bonds were issued with an annual interest rate of nearly 10%, a high rate that could burden the general budget with additional expenditures, especially if oil revenues decline. Over time, the government may find itself facing a financing burden that will be difficult to sustain."

Regarding the deflationary impact on economic activity, Al-Obaidi pointed out that "government bonds represent a tool of deflationary policy. When the state resorts to borrowing from banks at high interest rates, these banks' appetite for financing productive projects decreases.

This means that the private sector will be negatively affected by the shrinking financing opportunities, limiting its ability to contribute to economic growth."

From another perspective, the economic expert explained that "the absence of investment investment opportunities for domestic debt is not a problem in and of itself if it is directed towards strategic and service projects that create added value and job opportunities.

 However, when used solely to cover the operating deficit, it becomes a burden that hinders the state's ability to increase its investment spending, thus weakening the growth of the non-oil sectors that the economy needs to achieve diversification."

He concluded by saying, "Government debt has a significant impact on the banking system, as government debt rose by 116% over the course of a year, reaching 13% of total banking system assets, up from just 6% in 2024.

This rapid expansion poses risks to the soundness and sustainability of the banking system, as it increases its exposure to sovereign risks and limits its flexibility in financing other economic activities. Concerns about domestic debt are not only related to its size, but also to the nature of its use, structure, cost, and impact on the overall economic environment.

Therefore, managing domestic debt requires a comprehensive vision that takes these factors into account before embarking on any new expansion."   https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=268908

After Weeks Of Rising Prices, Gold Prices In Baghdad Have Fallen

Economy |  10/22/2025   Mawazine News - Baghdad:  Foreign and Iraqi gold prices witnessed a noticeable decline in the local markets in the capital, Baghdad.

The prices of Gulf, Turkish and European gold in the wholesale markets on Al-Nahr Street in Baghdad, this morning, recorded a selling price of one Mithqal of 21 karat, reaching 816 thousand dinars, and a purchase price of 812 thousand dinars, after it was 848 thousand dinars yesterday, Tuesday.

The selling price of one Mithqal of 21 karat Iraqi gold was recorded at 786 thousand dinars, and the purchase price reached 782 thousand.

As for gold prices in individual goldsmiths, the selling price of one Mithqal of 21 karat Gulf gold ranged between 815 thousand and 825 thousand, while the selling price of one Mithqal of Iraqi gold ranged between 785 thousand and 795 thousand dinars.  https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=268914

Basra Crude Prices Rise In Line With The Global Oil Price Rally.

Economy | 10/22/2025 Mawazine News - Baghdad - Basra Heavy and Basra Medium crude prices rose as global oil prices rose.

Basra Heavy crude prices rose 36 cents, or 0.60%, to $59.98, while Basra Medium crude prices rose 36 cents, or 0.59%, to $61.13.

Oil prices rose on supply risks related to sanctions and hopes for a US-China trade deal, while investors digested news that Washington was seeking to buy quantities of oil to store in its strategic reserves.
https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=268905

The Dollar Continues To Decline With The Closing In Baghdad

Economy | 04:22 - 10/22/2025  Mawazine News - Baghdad -  The US dollar exchange rate fell in Baghdad's markets with the closing of the stock exchange.

The dollar price fell on the Al-Kifah and Al-Harithiya stock exchanges to 141,400 Iraqi dinars for every $100, after it was 141,550 dinars this morning.

Selling prices stabilized in exchange shops in Baghdad's local markets, with the selling price reaching 142,500 Iraqi dinars for every $100, while the buying price reached 140,500 dinars. https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=268925

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Wednesday Evening 10-22-25

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 Digital Gold Standard: Could the Next Global System Be Constitutional Money?

Rising gold reserves, blockchain innovation, and America’s founding law may converge in the next era of finance.

The Constitutional Foundation

The U.S. Constitution clearly defines lawful money. Article I, Section 10 states that no state shall “make any Thing but gold and silver Coin a Tender in Payment of Debts.” That provision enshrined a hard-money system meant to prevent inflationary credit creation.

Yet over the past century, the U.S. has shifted from asset-backed to debt-backed currency — first through the Federal Reserve Act of 1913, then the Nixon shock of 1971, which severed the dollar’s convertibility to gold. The result is today’s fiat system, in which value rests on government credit rather than tangible assets.

If a future system were to emerge where digital dollars were backed by gold and issued through the U.S. Treasury rather than private central banks, it could technically comply with constitutional money principles — even in tokenized form.

A Quiet Return to Gold

Central banks worldwide have been steadily accumulating gold.

• China, India, Russia, and Turkey all expanded their holdings dramatically in recent years.

• BRICS nations have discussed a gold-linked settlement system to replace dollar-based trade.

• Even European countries such as Germany and France have increased their reserves or repatriated physical bullion.

This accumulation pattern signals preparation for an era in which gold reclaims its monetary role — not as physical coins, but as digital collateral anchoring value.

The Technological Bridge

Projects by Ripple (RLUSD), the Bank for International Settlements’ Project Aurum, and the IMF’s digital asset pilots all explore tokenized reserves — digital representations of real assets such as gold, commodities, or U.S. Treasuries.

For the first time in history, gold can serve as both a store of value and medium of exchange simultaneously — with instant, borderless transfer and full auditability. Tokenization resolves the logistical barriers that once made the classical gold standard impractical in a global, digital economy.

The Emerging Architecture

Recent policy and institutional signals point to an evolving framework:

• The IMF (2024) began referencing “multi-asset reserve systems.”

• The BIS advocates “interoperable CBDC and stablecoin systems” backed by tangible assets.

• Ripple and JPMorgan are developing cross-border payment rails built for tokenized assets.

• The World Gold Council reports record-high central bank purchases through 2024–2025.

These are not isolated events. Together, they form a structural foundation for a digitally collateralized global monetary system — and potentially a constitutional return to hard money in modern form.

Why It Matters

A digital, gold-backed system would shift global finance from debt-based value to asset-based value, transforming the foundations of monetary sovereignty. It could also restore public trust in money’s integrity — the very principle embedded in the U.S. Constitution.

Whether led by governments or private networks like Ripple, this architecture suggests the next monetary reset may not dismantle the system but re-anchor it in real value.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources:

• U.S. Constitution – Article I, Section 10

• Bank for International Settlements – Project Aurum (2024)

• IMF – Digital Money and Tangible Reserves (2024)

• World Gold Council – Central Bank Gold Demand Data (2025)

• Ripple RLUSD Overview

• BRICS 2025 Summit Frameworks

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