4 Things You Don’t Know About Your Money

I’m a Financial Expert: 4 Things You Don’t Know About Your Money

Laura Beck   Fri, August 16, 2024   GOBankingRates

You might think you’ve got a handle on your finances, but there’s probably a thing or two you don’t understand.

GOBankingRates spoke with financial experts to uncover some surprising truths about money that many people overlook. Carlos Rodriguez, director of financial planning at Edelman Financial Engines, pointed to EFE’s 2023 Everyday Wealth in America report, which indicated that 46% of Americans cite personal finances as their top source of stress. That emphasizes the importance of effective financial management for overall well-being.

From investment strategies to the power of small savings, these insights could change the way you think about your hard-earned cash.

Here are four things you (probably) don’t know about your money.

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Being Too Conservative Can Cost You Big Time

If you’re the type to keep your money tucked safely away in a savings account, you might want to reconsider.

Robert R. Johnson, Ph.D., CFA, professor of finance at Creighton University’s Heider College of Business, has some eye-opening data to share.

“Being conservative with investments over time is extremely costly,” he said. “From 1926 through 2023, government bonds earned an average return of 5.1%. One dollar invested in government bonds at the beginning of 1926 would have grown to $133 by the end of 2023.”

Sounds pretty good, right? Well, hold onto your hats. Johnson continued, “Over that same time period, large stocks (think S&P 500) earned 10.1% compounded annually. That same dollar invested in an index of large cap stocks would have grown to $14,568 by the end of 2023.”

That’s not a typo, folks. We’re talking about a difference of over $14,000 from a single dollar. As Johnson put it, “A 5% annual difference in returns results in an astronomical difference in terminal wealth.”

You Can’t Save Your Way to Wealth – You Need To Invest

If you think squirreling away money in a savings account is your ticket to wealth, think again. Johnson busts this common myth wide open.

“One of the biggest money myths is that you can save your way to wealth,” he said. “The wealthy save and invest. The middle class, too often, simply save. Unfortunately, it isn’t enough that people simply save. That is a necessary condition for building wealth, but not a sufficient condition for wealth accumulation.”

Instead, it’s all about investing. “Individuals need to be taught to invest for retirement and not to save for retirement,” Johnson said. “The surest way to build true long-term wealth and higher net worth is to invest in the stock market.”

Of course, as with all wealth building, the earlier the better. Why? Well, the glory of compound interest — which is interest calculated on both the initial principal and all of the earlier accumulated interest.

Small, Consistent Investments Can Add Up to Big Money

Think you need a fortune to start investing? Grace Moser, owner of the women’s lifestyle blog Chasing Foxes, disagrees.

“The thing I wish people knew about their money is if you set it and forget it, it will grow,” she said. “I think people believe that they need to have a huge amount of money to start investing, but it’s just not true.”

To Read More:  https://www.yahoo.com/finance/news/m-financial-expert-4-things-170009313.html

News, Rumors and Opinions Friday 11-14-2025

KTFA:

Clare:  Newsweek: The Sudanese man who wants to make Iraq great again

11/14/2025

In an extensive report published by the American newspaper Newsweek, the spotlight was on Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, describing him as “the man who wants to make Iraq great again,” in reference to his ambitious vision to revive Iraq’s historical and cultural role on the international stage.

The newspaper stated that al-Sudani, who assumed the premiership following a political crisis that ousted his predecessor in 2022, has transcended being merely a "temporary solution" to become a pivotal figure leading Iraq through a critical juncture in its history. It added that the upcoming elections, in which more than 7,700 candidates are vying for the position, could determine his political future and his chances of leading the country for a second term.

According to the newspaper, Al-Sudani envisions Iraq as a future global hub for trade, investment, and innovation, basing his vision on its vast natural resources, latent human potential, and rich cultural heritage spanning thousands of years. During his interview with the newspaper at his office in the Presidential Palace in Baghdad's Green Zone, Al-Sudani pointed to the Code of Hammurabi, describing it as "the first law of humanity" and an example of Iraq's contributions to humankind.

Al-Sudani said: “Iraq is a great country, a homeland of civilizations for 7,000 years… This greatness is in the genes of Iraqis, generation after generation, and it is the secret of their resilience in the face of challenges.”

The newspaper concludes its report by noting that the elections will not be just another vote, but a crucial moment that could reshape modern Iraq and give it the opportunity to regain its prestigious position in the world, under the leadership of a man who believes that his country deserves to be great again.  LINK

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Clare:  Led by Al-Sudani, 9 ministers and 86 MPs return to the Iraqi parliament

11/14/2025

The ministers in the current government, led by Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, managed to retain their seats in the House of Representatives for a second term, along with 86 members of parliament in the current term and 7 from previous terms

Statistics compiled by a Shafaq News Agency correspondent showed that 17 MPs retained their seats allocated to the capital, Baghdad, along with Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, Minister of Labor and Social Affairs Ahmed al-Asadi, and Minister of Communications Hayam al-Yasiri, out of 71 seats allocated to Baghdad in the House of Representatives .

In Basra Governorate, 11 individuals were able to win a seat in the House of Representatives again, including the Minister of Electricity, Ziad Ali, out of 25 seats for the governorate .

In Dhi Qar, only 5 MPs were able to win a second term, along with Transport Minister Razzaq Muhaibis, out of 19 seats allocated to the governorate. In Maysan, 4 MPs retained their seats out of 10 in the governorate .

In Al-Muthanna Governorate, only one representative was able to retain his parliamentary seat, out of 7 representatives from the governorate, while two representatives from Al-Diwaniyah won a second term out of 11 seats for the governorate .

One deputy in Najaf also retained his seat for a second term out of 12, in addition to the Minister of Agriculture, while the deputies of Karbala were more fortunate, with 4 of them winning a second term out of 11 .

Five representatives from Babylon won out of 17, two representatives out of 11 in Wasit (including the quota seat), four out of 15 in Anbar, five out of 14 in Diyala, and three out of 12 in Salah al-Din, in addition to the Minister of Education, Ibrahim Namis .

In Nineveh, MPs and Defense Minister Thabit al-Abbasi managed to retain their seats out of the 31 allocated to the province, while 4 MPs from Kirkuk, along with Planning Minister Mohammed Tamim, won a second term (including one quota seat) out of the 12 MPs in it .

Three representatives from Erbil managed to retain their seats (one quota seat), out of 15 seats, while 4 representatives from Sulaymaniyah won out of 18, and 4 representatives from Duhok also won a second term out of 12 representatives in the governorate .

Preliminary results announced by the Independent High Electoral Commission showed that Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani and nine members of his government won, while four other ministers lost despite receiving thousands of votes .

According to Shafaq News Agency, the initial election results showed the victory of Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, who leads the Reconstruction and Development Coalition and is a candidate for Baghdad, with 92,477 votes. Also winning from his coalition and in Baghdad were Minister of Labor and Social Affairs Ahmed Al-Asadi, who received 14,291 votes, and Minister of Communications Hayam Aboud Al-Yassiri, who received 10,240 votes .

Among the winning ministers are Electricity Minister Ziad Ali, a candidate from the State of Law Coalition in Basra Governorate, who received 17,776 votes, and Agriculture Minister Abbas Jabr Al-Ulayawi, from the same coalition in Najaf, who received 6,171 votes .

Planning Minister Mohammed Ali Tamim, a candidate for the Progress Party in Kirkuk, won with 37,160 votes, as did Defense Minister Thabit Mohammed Al-Abbasi, who heads the Al-Hasam Party and is a candidate in Nineveh, with 19,920 votes .

The results showed the victory of the Minister of Higher Education and candidate for the Sadiqun Movement in Baghdad, Naeem Al-Aboudi, who obtained 8,803 votes, and the Minister of Education, candidate for the Excellence Alliance in Salah al-Din, Ibrahim Namis, who obtained 9,083 votes, in addition to the Minister of Transport, candidate for the Badr Organization in Dhi Qar, Razzaq Muhaibis, who obtained 9,362 votes .

In contrast, four ministers lost, led by the Minister of Youth and Sports, Ahmed Al-Mubarga, a candidate from the State of Law Coalition in Baghdad Governorate, despite obtaining 4,652 votes, and the Minister of Oil, Hayyan Abdul Ghani, a candidate from the same coalition in Basra Governorate, who obtained 6,351 votes .

Tourism, Culture and Antiquities Minister Ahmed Fakak, a candidate from the Progress Party in Nineveh Governorate, also lost, receiving 7,201 votes. Finally, Evan Faeq Jabro, who holds the position of Minister of Migration and Displacement and is a candidate for the Christian quota, also lost, despite receiving 13,128 votes .

The Independent High Electoral Commission announced on Wednesday evening the preliminary results of the elections held on Tuesday, which showed that the Sudanese list obtained the highest number of votes in the capital, Baghdad, and 7 other governorates . LINK

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Militia Man  We haven’t seen the ‘23, ‘24, ‘25 budget schedules yet.  But ultimately they probably have that done.  That’s hush-hush because it’s related to the exchange rate.

Frank26    Remember I told you a long time ago that when we get to the very end, and this is the very end, it’ll be like a smoke bomb.  It’ll be like a concussion grenade.  You’re going to be, “what?”, shocked, confused...Lies will escort the exciting Asraflak monetary reform education from now until when it happens...Confusion, evil, nasty, lies will escort our study until we’re done.   

Fnu Lnu  Let me guarantee you 100%... You WILL NOT be required to travel to Iraq to exchange your currency. Preposterous! ...That’s as silly as taking photographs of every piece of currency you hold or having to present your receipt of purchase to exchange. It’s a 988 IRC currency exchange. That’s all. I have been converting currencies for decades and never once have I had to present proof of purchase / ownership. 

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Why I’m Betting On $200+ Silver – Mike Maloney

11-13-2025

How high can silver go — and why now? In this eye-opening episode of the Gold & Silver Show, veteran precious-metals educator Mike Maloney dives deep into the future of silver:

from its dual role as an industrial metal and monetary asset, to central-bank buying, to a structural supply gap that may set the stage for a jaw-dropping price surge.

What you’ll learn:

Why Mike is comfortable betting on $200/oz+ silver — and thinks a move to $600 or more is possible.

 Why silver is shifting from “just a metal” to a strategic asset tied to national security, energy transition and monetary policy.

Which countries are quietly accumulating silver, treating it as a reserve asset — and what that could mean for global markets.

 How the supply side is working against silver: much of it comes as a by-product of other mining, and cannot simply ramp up on demand. (See recent analysis on supply constraints.)

The broader macro factors: strong industrial demand, inflation and currency risk, and the longstanding gold-silver ratio that suggests silver may be under-priced relative to gold.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WuCU2JJ980Y

Coffee with MarkZ, joined by Mr. Cottrell. 11/14/2025

Coffee with MarkZ, joined by Mr. Cottrell. 11/14/2025

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: TGIF and welcome to another weekend

Member: Hi Everyone! Let’s get the party started! What’s the good word for today Mark?

Member: Will it happen this weekend Mark?

MZ: I hope it does……but do not know. But I am ready

Member: I've been watching and waiting for almost 20 years now... I'm beyond ready!!

Member: Are we watching for a market crash first?

Member: They’re running out of fingers to plug the dam. It’s about to burst…imo

MZ: I know Michael Burry and a few other economists say a crash is imminent and it is happening.

Member: Have the Indian tribes been paid yet?

MZ: I am getting differing stories from different tribes. But the short of it is – it has not gone to individuals yet.

Member: That’s what I heard too has not trickled down to the people yet Mark

MZ: On the bond side -they keep getting a one or tow day delay on final meetings. But they are asking them to stay close. To me it seems they are dotting I’s and finishing things and need to keep everyone in position to do it all at once.

Member: It sounds like these bond people are being played…Sounds like “The boy who cried wolf” or the boy who cried “bonds”

MZ: No updates from redemption folks since Wednesday. They were expecting to be “on call” this weekend.

MZ: In Iraq: “Newsweek selects Al Sudani for the cover of its next issue on the “Iraq First” vision”  Sudani is riding very high right now. He is talking about the stability and the prosperity that is coming to the region. Many millionaires in his country as they are building for the future. I hope they ride this “honeymoon Phase” to increased value for their currency.

Member: That is awesome Iraq and Sudani is getting world wide recognition.

MZ: “Behind the scenes of the formation of the government “ Maliki and the Iranian influence has been blocked.

Member: ISO20022 live global November 22, firm believer instantaneous settlement must be in place before RV

Member: Praying the RV/reset goes before Christmas..

Member: If your negative, take a day off, go outside and enjoy the fresh air, it will help!!

Member: Thanks Mark and Mr.C……remember nothing, nothing, nothing…then SUDDENLY.

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Inflation and Debt Are Quietly Reshaping the Global Wealth Divide, Says George Gammon

Inflation and Debt Are Quietly Reshaping the Global Wealth Divide, Says George Gammon

Kitco News:  11-1-4-2025

The stock market is hitting record highs, credit markets are flashing warning signs, and economic cracks are widening—yet many investors remain oblivious to the brewing storm.

In a recent interview with Jeremy Szafron of Kitco News, financial analyst George Gammon delved into the precarious state of the global financial system, uncovering troubling parallels to the pre-2008 crisis era.

This alarming financial landscape suggests that while the stock market may be soaring, the foundation underneath is eroding fast.

Gammon highlighted eerie similarities between today’s conditions and those leading up to the 2007 Bear Stearns collapse:

“The biggest risk right now isn’t the Fed—it’s the shadow banking system. When trust in collateral erodes, liquidity vanishes overnight.”

The bottom line? A full-blown 2008-style meltdown isn’t inevitable, but the warning signs are impossible to ignore.

Most importantly, true wealth lies in access to goods and services, not just inflated asset prices. In a crisis, liquidity and tangible assets will matter far more than paper gains.

The financial system is walking a tightrope. While central banks maintain the illusion of stability, the real economy is showing cracks—from failing credit markets to distressed consumers.

The question isn’t if a correction is coming, but how severe it will be.

Investor and macro expert George Gammon warns that “the smart money is running for the exits.”

Beneath record Dow highs, UBS hedge fund liquidations, and 6.65% subprime auto delinquencies signal “this is playing out exactly like the middle of 2007.”

 In this exclusive interview with Jeremy Szafron on Kitco News, Gammon explains that “the plumbing is clogging up” across global credit markets, the Fed has lost control of the monetary system, and why both parties now push “big government socialism.”

He calls the 50-year mortgage “real estate serfdom” and says fiscal populism is turning stimulus into a permanent election tool.

As gold trades above $4,200, Gammon says, “true wealth isn’t about how much gold you have, it’s about access to goods and services.”

Are we witnessing the greatest wealth transfer of our lifetime, and the slow-motion replay of 2008?

In this interview, Gammon discusses:

• Parallels between today’s market and 2007

 • Liquidity risk, counterparty exposure, and the next repo crisis

 • Debt, inflation, and the illusion of wealth

 • Gold above $4,200 and Bitcoin as real purchasing power

 • How fiscal policy became permanent stimulus

00:48 – Introduction: Is the System Breaking?

 01:10 – Corporate Bankruptcies & The 2007 Warning Signs

 02:28 – Systemic Risk: “The Plumbing Is Clogging”

06:00 – Monetary System Breakdown & Repo Market Risks

 21:39 – Labor Market Flashing Red

26:08 – Housing Market: Debt Serfdom Ahead?

28:27 – Collateral, Home Equity, and Hidden Fragility

 33:32 – Fiscal Populism & The New Political Uniparty

35:43 – Gold, Bitcoin, and Real Wealth

 43:45 – Protecting Freedom & Purchasing Power

 51:05 – Outlook: The Greatest Wealth Transfer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=begOa8cVOac

Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Friday Morning 11-14-25

Good Morning Dinar Recaps,

Global Finance Signals Structural Reset as Institutions Shift Toward Tokenized Systems
New frameworks from the IMF, BIS, and central banks point to an accelerating monetary overhaul.

Overview

• Major financial institutions are signaling that the existing global system is no longer sustainable, citing fragmentation, fiscal stress, and rising sovereign risk.

• The BIS has outlined a next-generation monetary architecture built on tokenized reserves, programmable settlement, and unified ledgers—indicating structural redesign, not incremental reform.

• Central banks continue heavy gold accumulation, positioning tangible assets as stability anchors amid currency uncertainty.

Key Developments

• IMF officials warn of “sudden and sweeping changes” in financial flows as debt loads and geopolitical tensions destabilize traditional coordination.

• Tokenized financial instruments are moving from pilot to pre-deployment, with cross-border settlement platforms now tested by multiple central banks.

• Sovereign debt restructuring frameworks are accelerating, a shift typically seen only in periods of global realignment.

• Dollar dominance shows its first measurable erosion, with new bilateral trade corridors using alternative currencies and settlement rails.

Why It Matters
These developments indicate that global finance is transitioning from a legacy system built on correspondent banking and U.S. dollar hegemony toward a digitized, multi-asset reserve structure. This represents not a policy cycle—but a re-architecture of the financial world.

Implications for the Global Reset
Pillar 1: Monetary Infrastructure Redesign
A move toward tokenized reserves and unified ledgers suggests that the core plumbing of global finance is being rebuilt from the ground up.

Pillar 2: Shifts in Reserve Assets & Sovereign Stability
Central bank gold accumulation and new debt-restructuring tools point to a transition away from debt-driven liquidity toward asset-backed stability.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• IMF – “Spring Meetings 2025 Curtain Raiser”

• BIS – “The Next-Generation Monetary System”

• U.S. Treasury – “Market Reform and Stability Measures”

• Global Gold Markets – “Central Bank Accumulation Trends 2025”

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Geopolitical Realignments Accelerate as Nations Shift Toward New Financial Alliances

Diplomacy is now directly shaping the emerging global monetary system.

Overview

• Diplomatic blocs are reorganizing around financial cooperation rather than ideology, linking trade, currency, and settlement frameworks.

• Major economies are building parallel payment systems, reducing reliance on traditional Western financial rails.

• Peace negotiations increasingly include financial guarantees and reconstruction mechanisms, tying diplomacy to monetary restructuring.

Key Developments

• Bilateral agreements now include digital-currency settlement terms, signaling that foreign policy and monetary policy are merging.

• Regional alliances are prioritizing stability corridors, including energy-for-settlement swaps and guaranteed liquidity lines.

• Global institutions are reframing peacebuilding through financial integration, using economic tools to secure long-term stability.

• Middle-power nations are emerging as key mediators, leveraging new financial systems to gain geopolitical influence.

Why It Matters
Diplomacy is no longer only about territory or security — financial alignment is now the central strategic objective. This shift reflects a world preparing for a multi-system monetary order.

Implications for the Global Reset
Pillar 1: Financial Alliances Replace Old Security Blocs
Nations are choosing economic interoperability over military pacts as their anchor of cooperation.

Pillar 2: Peace Through Economic Integration
Stability is increasingly achieved through shared digital infrastructure and settlement frameworks.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• IMF – Global Policy Coordination Statements

• BIS – Cross-Border Payment Integration Reports

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Global Markets Signal Structural Transition as Liquidity and Settlement Systems Evolve
Market behavior is reflecting deep infrastructure change far beyond normal cycles.

Overview

• Market volatility now mirrors structural uncertainty, not just economic data.

• Investors are repositioning around hard assets and tokenized instruments.

• Sovereign bonds are showing new divergence, signaling a repricing of global risk.

Key Developments

• Tokenized government securities are entering pilot issuance, creating new liquidity layers.

• Global equity indices show capital rotation toward infrastructure, commodities, and digital settlement tech.

• Bond markets price rising sovereign fragility, especially across emerging markets.

• A widening gap between physical and derivative markets suggests a revaluation of tangible assets.

Why It Matters
Markets are adjusting not only to economic conditions but to the replacement of legacy financial plumbing — the rails that determine how money moves.

Implications for the Global Reset
Pillar 1: Restructuring of Market Liquidity
Tokenized instruments and new clearing systems are redefining capital flows.

Pillar 2: Real Asset Revaluation
Markets are preparing for an economy where tangible value holds greater weight than debt-based instruments.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• BIS – Tokenized Securities & Settlement Reports

• IMF – Global Financial Stability Reviews

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Record High Debt = Record High Gold Price

Record High Debt = Record High Gold Price

Notes From the Field By James Hickman (Simon Black)  November 11, 2025

Barrick Mining Corporation—one of the world’s largest and most established gold producers—just reported its third quarter earnings yesterday— and it was an absolute blowout.

The company reported third quarter profit of $1.3 billion, nearly triple last year’s Q3 earnings.

And for the first nine months of 2025, Earnings per Share is up a whopping 132% over the same period last year. Free Cash Flow is up an astonishing 176%.

The company further announced that they’re raising the dividend by 25% and expanding the company’s share buyback authorization by an additional $500 million, after already repurchasing $1 billion worth of shares under the prior program.

And what’s perhaps even more striking is that these record profits were based on an average gold price of $3,200. This means that the company’s Q4 earnings (which we’re nearly halfway through) should be MUCH higher given that gold has averaged $4,041 so far this quarter.

Our readers won’t be surprised to hear any of this; we’ve been saying for the past few years that gold was going to go much higher— specifically because foreign governments and central banks have been buying gold by the metric ton to diversify their strategic reserves away from the US dollar.

This trend isn’t going away.

Between the government shutdown fiasco, the rising $38+ trillion US national debt (up $500 BILLION just in the last six weeks), extreme political dysfunction in Congress and the courts, etc., foreign governments and central banks are continuing to literally buy tons of gold, even at record high prices.

We also wrote that gold companies (including miners like Barrick) would benefit substantially from rising gold prices.

So, just as we predicted, Barrick (among other gold miners) is raking in record profits, and its stock price has doubled this year alone— outpacing gains from Oracle, Nvidia, Palantir, and pretty much every major large cap company in the market.

But here’s what’s really amazing— despite such stellar performance, many of these gold companies are still cheap.

Barrick stock, for example, is near its all-time high. Yet the company is still valued at less than NINE times forward earnings— and that’s assuming gold doesn’t go up further from here.

(And even if the gold price tanks, Barrick will still be a profitable, dividend-paying, modestly valued business. Remember, Barrick’s record profits are based on $3,400 gold!)

Smaller gold companies— the ones that we focus on in our premium investment research— are even cheaper.

One of the gold miners we’ve featured is already up 4x this year. Yet it still trades at just 3.5 times forward earnings. The company is extremely shareholder-friendly and has a pristine balance sheet with zero net debt. Oh, and did I mention they pay a substantial dividend?

The gold price could collapse to less than $3,000 and this company would still be wildly profitable.

Could that happen? It’s possible. Even during the 1970s when gold rose from $35 to $850, gold suffered a major pullback in 1975. The pullback was temporary, and gold rose over 8x from there.

That’s because the fundamentals driving gold’s rise during the 1970s hadn’t really changed.

After Richard Nixon formally ended the Bretton Woods system in August 1971, foreign governments and central banks rapidly began selling their US dollars for gold.

As the decade progressed, foreigners became increasingly concerned about US deficits, government dysfunction (Watergate in 1973), global instability, waning US power, and more.

And despite a brief pullback in gold prices, this trend continued until the early 1980s, when the election of Ronald Reagan restored confidence in America’s might and fiscal discipline. It was only at that point that gold prices started to fall.

This same trend is unfolding today, and it’s not hard to understand: the record high US national debt = record high gold price.

Foreign governments and central banks remain deeply concerned about America’s fiscal condition, and gold is one of the few assets available for them to diversify their US dollar holdings.

Just like in the 1970s, we expect this trend to continue until Congress proves that it can act like  grownups and be fiscally responsible.

In the meantime, we anticipate gold— and gold companies— to continue to perform very well. Again, many are posting record profits yet are still insanely undervalued. We do not expect this anomaly to last.

To your freedom,    James Hickman   Co-Founder, Schiff Sovereign LLC

 https://www.schiffsovereign.com/trends/record-high-debt-record-high-gold-price-153870/?inf_contact_key=469490d20eb1a2068aaffcd8431b11d7266def61f88c0e3dcc6731a9f494e737

“Tidbits From TNT” Friday Morning 11-14-2025

TNT:

Tishwash: Sudani on the cover of Newsweek: The man who brought Iraq back into the spotlight

The renowned American magazine Newsweek published an exceptional cover in its issue released this week featuring Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, asserting in a headline that “It’s time to shine — the Iraqi Prime Minister has brought Iraq back into the spotlight.”

The selection of Al-Sudani for the cover came after a series of remarkable developments in Iraq recently, most notably the great success in organizing the parliamentary elections, which the magazine described as “among the most smooth and transparent in recent years,” considering that this achievement restored international confidence in Baghdad’s ability to manage its democratic entitlements with high efficiency.

In an extensive report within the issue, Newsweek noted that the political and security developments that accompanied the electoral process coincided with vigorous government efforts to rebuild state institutions and support the national economy, which enabled Iraq to move steadily towards restoring its regional and international role.

The report also addressed Al-Sudani’s vision for promoting stability, improving services, and expanding Iraq’s relations with various countries, considering that this approach “brought Iraq back to the map of global attention after many years of challenges.”  link

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Tishwash:  The US agrees to sell an advanced communications system to Iraq.  

 The US Department of Defense (Pentagon) said that the US State Department has approved a possible sale of a communications repeater system, which is used to enhance communications, nationwide to Iraq for $100 million.

The Pentagon added that the prime contractor for the sale would be L3 Harris Corporation.

A Telecommunication Repeater System is a vital system in telecommunications networks. Its primary function is to receive weak or distorted wireless or wired signals, amplify or renew them, and then retransmit them to increase coverage range and maintain signal quality over long distances.  link

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Tishwash:  Iraq participates in the Arab Forum for Public Finance and Budget in Beirut

 Minister of Finance, Taif Sami Mohammed, participated today, Thursday, in the Arab Forum for Public Finance and Current Budget in Beirut from November 12-13.

The ministry said in a statement followed by Al-Masra, “The Minister of Finance, Taif Sami Muhammad, participated in the work of the Arab Forum for Public Finance and Current Budget in Beirut from November 12-13, which discusses the most prominent challenges and financial policies in Arab countries, with the participation of ministers, officials and experts from Arab countries and international and regional organizations.”

She added that “the forum’s activities opened with a ministerial session dedicated to discussing public spending, social sector priorities, and public financial sustainability in the region. The session focused on the importance of directing resources towards social development priorities and reviewed reforms and policies that enhance spending efficiency and support the sustainability of financial frameworks.”

She added that “the session also addressed successful models and practical experiences in improving public spending management, in addition to discussing the challenges facing governments in promoting investment in human development, social protection and basic services.”

She pointed out that “the convening of the forum comes within the efforts to promote dialogue and Arab cooperation in the field of public finance, and to exchange experiences and visions aimed at supporting public financial sustainability and achieving economic and social development in the region.” link

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Tishwash:  Sudani appoints nine ministers to the new parliament, while four are excluded.

Sudani appoints nine ministers to the new parliament, while four are excluded.

Preliminary results announced by the Independent High Electoral Commission showed that Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani and nine members of his cabinet won, while four other ministers lost despite receiving thousands of votes.

The preliminary results showed that Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, who leads the Reconstruction and Development Coalition and is running in Baghdad, received 92,477 votes. Also winning from his coalition in Baghdad were Minister of Labor and Social Affairs Ahmed al-Asadi, who received 14,291 votes, and Minister of Communications Hayam Aboud al-Yassiri, who received 10,240 votes.

Among the winning ministers were Minister of Electricity Ziad Ali, a candidate from the State of Law Coalition in Basra Governorate, who received 17,776 votes, and Minister of Agriculture Abbas Jabr al-Ulayawi, from the same coalition in Najaf, who received 6,171 votes.

Planning Minister Mohammed Ali Tamim, a candidate from the Progress Party in Kirkuk, won with 37,160 votes, as did Defense Minister Thabit Mohammed al-Abbasi, head of the Hasam Party and candidate in Nineveh, who received 19,920 votes.

The results also showed victories for Higher Education Minister Naeem al-Aboudi, a candidate from the Sadiqun Movement in Baghdad, with 8,803 votes; Education Minister Ibrahim Namis, a candidate from the Excellence Alliance in Salah al-Din, with 9,083 votes; and Transportation Minister Razzaq Muhaibis, a candidate from the Badr Organization in Dhi Qar, with 9,362 votes.

Conversely, four ministers lost, most notably Youth and Sports Minister Ahmed al-Mubarga, a candidate from the State of Law Coalition in Baghdad, despite receiving 4,652 votes, and Oil Minister Hayyan Abdul Ghani, a candidate from the same coalition in Basra, who received 6,351 votes.

Tourism, Culture, and Antiquities Minister Ahmed Fakak, a candidate from the Progress Party in Nineveh Governorate, also lost, receiving 7,201 votes. Finally, Minister of Migration and Displacement Evan Faeq Jabro, a candidate representing the Christian quota, also lost, despite receiving 13,128 votes.

The Independent High Electoral Commission announced the preliminary results of Tuesday's elections on Wednesday evening, showing that the Sudani list received the most votes in Baghdad and seven other governorates.  link

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Tokenization Moves into the Mainstream as International Organization of Securities Commissions Warns of New Risks
Global regulators issue landmark report as tokenized financial assets gain traction.

Overview

• The International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) published its final report on the tokenization of financial assets, signalling regulatory focus on a rapidly evolving segment. 

• The report highlights legal, infrastructure and systemic-risk challenges, including unclear ownership rights and heightened interconnectedness across platforms. 

• With more institutions experimenting with tokenization of bonds, money markets and other assets, the report underscores the need for updated governance frameworks. 

Key Developments

• Legal uncertainty: Ownership and enforceability of tokenised assets remain ambiguous under many jurisdictions. 

• Infrastructure risks: Increased interconnectedness of token platforms may amplify vulnerabilities already present in traditional markets. 

• Institutional shift: Tokenisation is moving from pilots to production, with benefits such as efficiency, liquidity and access cited by industry participants.

Why It Matters
The advancement of tokenization marks a fundamental transformation in financial markets: assets become programmable, settlement accelerates and access broadens. As regulators raise warnings, the shift poses both opportunity and risk — the architecture of capital markets is being rewired from the ground up.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar 3 – Market & Capital Flow Reorientation: Tokenization opens new channels for capital flows, fractionalisation and cross-border investing, reshaping how value moves globally.

• Pillar 5 – Infrastructure & Technology: The report emphasises that the next stage of finance relies less on legacy systems and more on blockchain-based settlement, tokens and digital assets.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources:

• IOSCO – “Final Report on the Tokenization of Financial Assets”

• Finovate – “IOSCO Highlights Challenges to Financial Asset Tokenization”

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Monetary Authority of Singapore Launches 2026 Pilot for Tokenised Government Bills, Tightens Stablecoin Rules
Singapore doubles down on digital assets with real-world trials and regulatory clamp-down.

Overview

• The Monetary Authority of Singapore announced a 2026 pilot for tokenised government bills settled using a wholesale central bank digital currency (CBDC). 

• At the same time, MAS introduced tighter rules around stablecoins as part of its broader digital finance strategy. 

• The dual move highlights the convergence of regulation, innovation and financial infrastructure in one of Asia’s key financial hubs.

Key Developments

• Singapore’s pilot will involve tokenised government securities (T-bills) and settlement in a wholesale CBDC environment, signalling real-world use of programmable finance. 

• Stablecoin rules have been strengthened to ensure investor protection, operational resilience and integration with the broader financial system. 

• Regional banks, fintechs and infrastructure providers are preparing to engage with the pilot, positioning Singapore at the forefront of tokenised asset markets.

Why It Matters
Singapore’s initiative bridges the gap between experimental digital finance and mainstream credit/investment markets. By embedding tokenisation into government-backed instruments and aligning regulation, the city-state is shaping a new model for how finance, technology and sovereignty interlink.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar 2 – Trade & Industry: The pilot paves the way for tokenised instruments to become standard in government financing, commercial funding and cross-border settlement.

• Pillar 5 – Infrastructure & Technology: With CBDC settlement and tokenised bills, Singapore’s model points to tomorrow’s global finance infrastructure—programmable, fast, border-aware.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources:

• TradingView – “Singapore’s MAS Unveils 2026 Tokenised CBDC Pilot, Tightens Stablecoin Rules”

• CoinDesk – “Intain, FIS Roll Out Tokenised Loan Marketplace on Avalanche for Small Banks”

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2 BRICS Members Achieve 100% De-Dollarization, Call It ‘Great Joy’
Kazakhstan and Russia complete full transition to national currency settlements.

Overview

• Russia and Kazakhstan have reached 100% de-dollarization in bilateral trade, officially eliminating the U.S. dollar from cross-border settlements.

• President Vladimir Putin confirmed the milestone during a meeting with Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev in Moscow, calling it “a great joy” for both economies.

• The achievement underscores BRICS’ broader strategy to establish financial sovereignty and insulate member economies from Western sanctions.

Key Developments

• Bilateral trade between Russia and Kazakhstan, previously 90% de-dollarized earlier this year, has now reached full settlement in ruble and tenge.

• The move follows U.S. sanctions imposed on Russia since 2022, which accelerated the global push to shift away from the dollar.

• Putin noted that joint investment projects total “tens of billions of dollars”, now fully transacted in local currencies.

• The de-dollarization model between these two BRICS partners may serve as a blueprint for other emerging economies seeking monetary independence.

• BRICS financial institutions, including the New Development Bank, are expanding funding in local currencies for climate and infrastructure projects.

Why It Matters
This milestone marks a critical turning point in the de-dollarization campaign that underpins BRICS’ economic strategy. As member nations build parallel financial frameworks, the global dominance of the U.S. dollar faces unprecedented structural challenge—one that could redefine reserve currency dynamics for the decade ahead.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar 2 – Trade and Industry: The Russia–Kazakhstan model demonstrates how regional trade networks can thrive without dollar dependency, strengthening multipolar financial systems.

• Pillar 3 – Finance and Monetary Policy: Full de-dollarization signals a transition toward currency blocs, creating new standards for global payment systems and investment flows.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources:

• Watcher.Guru – “2 BRICS Members Achieve 100% De-Dollarization, Call It ‘Great Joy’”

• TASS – “Putin: Russia and Kazakhstan Complete Transition to National Currencies”

• Reuters – “Russia, Kazakhstan Reach Full Local Currency Trade Settlement”

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Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Thursday Evening 11-13-25

The Dollar's Value Has Decreased Against The Iraqi Dinar In Local Markets

Thursday, November 13, 2025, | Economy Number of views: 326   Baghdad / NINA / The exchange rate of the US dollar witnessed a noticeable decline against the Iraqi dinar in local markets on Thursday.   The selling price reached 142,000 dinars per 100 dollars, and the buying price was 140,000 dinars per 100 dollars. /End   https://ninanews.com/Website/News/Details?key=1261784

Key Decisions From The 45th Cabinet Meeting

Money and Business  Economy News – Baghdad  Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani chaired the 45th regular session of the Council of Ministers on Thursday, during which the general situation in the country was discussed, and the topics on the agenda were considered and the necessary decisions were made regarding them.

In the area of ​​organizing residential areas, the Council approved addressing the situation of the occupants and users of the lands in Al-Mustafa neighborhood, in the Al-Suraidat area in the capital, Baghdad, which conflicts with the route of the road project linking Muhammad Al-Qasim Expressway and Kirkuk-Baghdad Road, passing through Al-Basatin neighborhood, in addition to adopting the recommendations and minutes of the committee formed in this regard, and completing the procedures for changing the type of land, subdivision, ownership, issuing deeds and all related administrative and legal procedures, provided that the Ministry of Construction and Housing undertakes to extend services to the designated part of the plot in the Bob Al-Sham area (water, sewage, roads and electricity).

The Cabinet approved the exception to the investment of an amount of (10%) as stated in its letter dated (September 1, 2025), and its inclusion in the project (Housing for the staff of the Iraqi Media Network) and its investment as an exception to the conditions of public bidding, in accordance with Council Resolution 245 of 2019 amended by Resolution 23374 of 2023.

The draft law amending the Commercial Agency Regulation Law (79 of 2017), which was reviewed by the State Council, was also approved and referred to the House of Representatives based on the provisions of the Constitution.

In the file of evaluating Iraqi civil aviation, the Council of Ministers approved contracting with a specialized company for the purpose of conducting an evaluation of the reality of the Civil Aviation Authority, and the Civil Aviation Authority will subsequently contract with the same consultant for the purpose of completing the requirements contained in the aforementioned evaluation report.

In the area of ​​protecting Iraqi national products, and in accordance with the applications of Law No. (11 of 2011) amended, the Council of Ministers approved imposing a customs duty on the unit of measurement of imported tomato paste at a rate of (25%), for a period of 4 years without reduction, provided that this decision is implemented 4 months after the date of its issuance.

The Council voted to include a new document in the deposit regarding Law (20 of 2024), the Law on Iraq’s accession to the International Agreement on Olive Oil and Table Oils of 2015, based on the provisions of Article 29 of the relevant International Agreement, ratified under the aforementioned Law.

As part of the government's efforts to follow up on the completion of stalled projects, the council monitored the progress of the projects listed on the agenda and took the following measures:

1- Introducing additional components, increasing costs and the amount of reserves in the Fallujah sewage project, adding rainwater and sewage networks and an additional pumping station, and equipping and implementing rainwater and sewage networks for the second phase of Al-Mansour neighborhood in Anbar Governorate.

2- Increasing the total cost and reserve amount for the project to rehabilitate two generators in the Al-Karkh water project.

3- Increasing the amount of the reserve and the total cost of the main project, (construction of police directorate buildings in (Al-Shura district, and Al-Baaj district) in Nineveh.

4- Increasing the amount of reserves and the total cost of projects in Nineveh Governorate, including the establishment of warehouses for the Nineveh Education Directorate in the districts of (Mosul, Tal Afar), the establishment of police directorate buildings in (Al-Shura sub-district, Al-Baaj district, the construction of a police station in Al-Qahtaniyah sub-district, and the project to rebuild the Nineveh Police Command building.

5- Increasing the reserve amount and the total cost of the Al-Khalis sewage project in Diyala Governorate.

6- Increasing the reserve amount and the total cost of the second phase of the Al-Kardhiya Bridge project in Al-Kut, Wasit Governorate.       https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=62261

Basra Crude Oil Prices Rise Despite Global Decline In Oil Prices

Thursday, November 13, 2025, | EconomyNumber of views: 252   Baghdad / NINA / Prices of Basra Heavy and Basra Medium crude rose on Thursday, despite a decline in global oil prices.

Basra Heavy crude climbed $1.11, or 1.79%, to reach $63.12, while Basra Medium crude also rose $1.11, or 1.74%, to reach $64.97.  Oil prices continued their earlier losses after data showed a rise in US crude inventories, raising concerns about a global supply glut. /End   https://ninanews.com/Website/News/Details?key=1261778

After Reaching Its Highest Level, Gold Loses Part Of Its Gains In 3 Weeks

Economy | 13/11/2025  Mawazin News - Follow-up:  Gold prices declined, driven by a slight recovery in the dollar and profit-taking after the precious metal climbed to its highest level in nearly three weeks in the previous session.

Gold's rise was fueled by expectations of further interest rate cuts by the US Federal Reserve this year.
As of 06:40 GMT today, spot gold had fallen 0.2% to $4,116.65 per ounce, after reaching its highest level since October 23rd yesterday.  Meanwhile, US gold futures for December delivery were trading at $4,121.70 per ounce.
https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=270234

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Life Changing Market Crash on the Horizon

Life Changing Market Crash on the Horizon

WTFinance: 11-12-2025

Are you confident your retirement savings are truly safe amidst today’s increasingly unpredictable financial markets?

For investors aged 50 and above, nearing or already in retirement, this question carries unprecedented weight.

The market landscape is shifting, and according to Chris Vermeulen, founder and chief market strategist at The Technical Traders, a major financial reset might be closer than many realize.

In a recent, insightful episode of the WTFinance podcast, Vermeulen delivered a comprehensive analysis, urging investors to stop relying on hope and start building a robust game plan to protect their hard-earned capital.

 His message is clear: preparedness isn’t just wise, it’s essential for navigating what could be a swift, life-changing financial event.

Vermeulen paints a vivid picture of the current stock market, largely propped up by the “Magnificent 7” tech stocks. While these giants have driven much of the recent growth, he warns of “frothy valuations” and a dangerous “herd mentality” that could leave many vulnerable.

This concentrated market strength might feel good on the surface, but it masks underlying fragilities.

So, how do we spot the true signs of an impending downturn? Vermeulen points to the precious metals sector—gold, silver, platinum, and palladium—as a critical barometer.

 Historically, the performance of these metals relative to equities has been a reliable indicator of market tops and forthcoming corrections.

 He draws chilling parallels to the 2007-2008 financial collapse, noting similar price movements in gold leading up to that crisis. This isn’t just about diversification; it’s about paying attention to the market’s own internal warning signals.

A cornerstone of Vermeulen’s philosophy is the importance of discarding unreliable economic data and political rhetoric. Instead, he advocates for focusing purely on “price action and money flow.” The market tells its own story, and by learning to read it, investors can gain a clearer, less biased perspective.

Vermeulen underscores the unique value of holding cash during a market reset. It’s not about missing out on small gains; it’s about preserving your principal and gaining the ultimate flexibility to capitalize when others are in distress.

The episode closes with a powerful message: a major, swift, and potentially life-changing financial event is likely imminent.

 For those nearing or in retirement, protecting your capital isn’t just an option—it’s paramount to your financial future.

 Having a clear, well-rehearsed capital protection strategy will be the deciding factor in whether you merely survive the coming storms or indeed, truly thrive in their aftermath.

Don’t wait until it’s too late. Arm yourself with knowledge and a plan.

https://youtu.be/9mn0Lw25KOs

Jon Dowling: Latest Intel on the Great Wealth Transfer with High Profile Banker Mr B for November 2025

Jon Dowling: Latest Intel on the Great Wealth Transfer with High Profile Banker Mr B for November 2025

11-12-2025

The global economy feels like it’s holding its breath, poised on the edge of monumental change.

 If you’ve been sensing an underlying tension in financial markets, you’re not alone. A recent special report on the Jon Dowling podcast offers an exclusive, deep dive into exactly what’s happening and, more importantly, what’s coming next.

Jon Dowling welcomed back a return guest, the highly respected Mr. B, a financial analyst boasting nearly three decades of experience at Charles Schwab.

Far from a casual chat, this episode delivers a comprehensive, candid, and urgent assessment of current and future economic trends, with a stark focus on an impending financial crash anticipated within the next few months.

Mr. B’s insights are grounded in historical context, current market data, and sobering future projections.

A central pillar of his discussion is the critical importance of gold and silver as a store of value and an indispensable hedge against fiat currency devaluation. For decades, he argues, deliberate misinformation has suppressed the recognition of precious metals as solid, essential investments. This podcast powerfully debunks those myths, underscoring why these ancient assets are set to reclaim their rightful place in a global financial reset.

The conversation outlines a jarring sequence of events: an expected market “meltup” – a final surge fueled by artificial liquidity – followed by a severe and inevitable crash.

Mr. B expertly dissects the roles of central banks and government policies in creating this precarious situation, explaining how the current Keynesian economic system is teetering on the brink, paving the way for new financial paradigms such as NESARA/GESARA.

For those nearing or in retirement, Mr. B offers practical strategies for protecting your nest egg using gold and silver. He provides crucial insights into the timing of these momentous market events, emphasizing the urgency of acting now.

The overarching message is clear: education and preparation are not optional; they are paramount.

 We are standing at the precipice of unprecedented economic shifts, and understanding these trends is the first step toward preserving and growing your wealth through the storm.

Don’t miss out on this vital intelligence. For a complete, unfiltered understanding of the coming financial reset and how to position yourself strategically, watch the full video from Jon Dowling. 

https://youtu.be/TSAeCPaGuLA

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Thursday Afternoon 11-13-25

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Gaza: The Laboratory of Peace Under the Shadow of Power
When “peace” becomes the language of control rather than liberation.

Overview

• The U.S. draft resolution for an international stabilization force in Gaza has reignited debate over the meaning of peace in global politics.

• The proposal, presented to the UN Security Council, emphasizes stability, reconstruction, and civilian protection—but critics warn it entrenches outside dominance.

• Analysts and human rights advocates argue the plan risks replicating earlier international interventions that prioritized control over sovereignty.

Key Developments

• The two-year “International Stabilization Force” proposed by the U.S. could effectively replace local governance with externally managed authority, echoing post-war frameworks like Kosovo and Bosnia.

• The plan grants foreign forces enforcement powers, transforming peacekeeping into direct governance through coercion rather than mediation.

• Economic reconstruction funds would be distributed through Western-aligned committees, raising fears of conditional aid and political leverage.

• Regional voices, particularly Arab states, have been sidelined, weakening local legitimacy and risking diplomatic backlash across the Middle East.

• Humanitarian organizations warn that expanded military mandates without oversight could heighten civilian risk and lead to accountability crises.

Why It Matters
The U.S. draft resolution exposes the widening gap between peace as a principle of justice and peace as a framework of control. When international powers shape the recovery and governance of Gaza without meaningful Palestinian participation, peace becomes an instrument of dominance rather than reconciliation.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar 1 – Diplomacy and Peace: The Gaza proposal demonstrates how power blocs use “stabilization” as a mechanism for influence, signaling the decline of authentic multilateralism.

• Pillar 4 – Governance and Sovereignty: External peace operations increasingly override local autonomy, reshaping international norms around intervention and statehood.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
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Sources:

• Modern Diplomacy – “Gaza: The Laboratory of Peace Under the Shadow of Power”

• Al Jazeera – “Critics Warn U.S. Gaza Proposal Risks Perpetuating Occupation Under New Terms”

• Reuters – “U.S. Circulates Draft Resolution on Gaza Stabilization at UN Security Council”

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Putin Ally Issues Nuclear Warning to U.S.: ‘Russia Will Respond’
Escalating nuclear rhetoric underscores fragile global deterrence balance.

Overview

• Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov warned that Russia would respond “in kind” if the United States resumes nuclear weapons testing.

• U.S. officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, have discussed potential test resumption amid concerns over China’s expanding arsenal.

• The statements follow President Donald Trump’s directive to the Pentagon to restart nuclear testing in Nevada, citing parity with other nations.

Key Developments

• Peskov’s remarks mark a potential end to nearly three decades under the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty (1996) framework.

• Russia’s ministries were ordered by President Putin on November 5 to assess feasibility of full-scale tests.

• Experts warn that renewed testing by any major power could trigger a global chain reaction involving China, North Korea, and others.

Why It Matters
The revival of nuclear testing discussions signals erosion of long-standing arms-control norms. A return to testing by the U.S. or Russia would undermine strategic stability, complicate disarmament efforts, and elevate risks within the broader global security architecture—an outcome directly tied to the geopolitical realignment now shaping global power centers.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar 1 – Diplomacy and Peace: The nuclear standoff highlights the collapse of cooperative security frameworks and the re-emergence of power-based diplomacy.

• Pillar 2 – Global Security Architecture: Renewed nuclear activity would accelerate fragmentation of post-Cold-War treaties, forcing nations to seek new multilateral or regional defense alignments.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources:

• Newsweek – “Putin Ally Issues Nuclear Warning to U.S.: ‘Russia Will Respond’”

• TASS – “Peskov: Russia Will Respond if U.S. Resumes Nuclear Testing”

• Arms Control Association – “Nuclear Test Ban Treaty Under Strain Amid Global Tensions”

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Japan’s Takaichi Declares Strategic Maturity as Tokyo Eyes Greater Autonomy
Japan signals a decisive turn toward independent global leadership.

Overview

• Japanese Foreign Minister Sanae Takaichi announced Japan’s readiness to act as a “fully autonomous strategic power,” signaling a pivot away from postwar dependency on the U.S. alliance.

• The declaration coincided with the launch of Japan’s new defense-industrial export framework, allowing Tokyo to supply non-lethal systems to strategic partners.

• The initiative forms part of Japan’s “Global Security Initiative”, aimed at expanding its regional and global diplomatic footprint.

Key Developments

• Takaichi emphasized that Japan will no longer operate as a “junior partner” but as an equal stakeholder in Indo-Pacific security, coordinating directly with India and ASEAN.

• The government approved ¥3.2 trillion in defense export incentives, aimed at strengthening domestic manufacturing and innovation.

• Analysts view the policy as Tokyo’s assertion of strategic maturity, laying the groundwork for a broader realignment of Asian power dynamics.

Why It Matters
Japan’s shift from a U.S.-centric security posture to a more autonomous role reflects the broader geopolitical reordering underway. As Washington’s influence wanes in Asia, regional players like Japan are positioning themselves for leadership in the evolving multipolar framework.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar 1 – Diplomacy and Peace: Japan’s autonomous diplomacy signals diversification of global power centers, diminishing reliance on legacy Western structures.

• Pillar 2 – Trade and Industry: The defense export framework strengthens Japan’s domestic economy and underscores a shift toward industrial sovereignty within global supply chains.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources:

• Nikkei Asia – “Japan’s Takaichi Vows Strategic Autonomy in Global Affairs”

• Reuters – “Japan to Boost Defense Exports Under New Strategic Framework”

• Japan Times – “Takaichi: Japan Ready to Lead as Independent Power”

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