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

An Economist Explains Why Gold Prices Continue To Rise

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The largest renewable energy deals in 2025 were as follows:

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

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Experts Warn The Internet Will Go Down In A Big Way — And You'd Better Be Ready

Experts Warn The Internet Will Go Down In A Big Way — And You'd Better Be Ready

Geoff Williams   Sat, December 27, 2025 at 7:00 AM EST

It’s bad enough when the internet goes down for a few hours because your power went out after a storm, but what if the internet went down indefinitely, sort of everywhere? What if your state or an entire region of the country lacked the internet or electricity because of a cyberattack or something innocuous, like problems with an aging grid or the federal government forgot to pay a bill?

Do you have a plan for that?

Most people don’t. In fact, the Federal Emergency Management Agency surveyed 7,525 Americans for their 2024 report on disaster preparedness and found that 57% of the country isn’t prepared for, and isn’t planning to prepare for, a disaster.

That’s a shame because an internet or electric type of emergency is likely to occur one of these days, said Robert Siciliano, a security analyst and author of ”Identity Theft Privacy: Security Protection and Fraud Prevention.” “I don’t think it is a matter of ‘if,’ it is simply a matter of ‘when.’ The electrical grid, as we know it, is only about 120 years old. And it is scattered in such a way that local or regional brownouts or total failures are happening too often.”

Siciliano added, “Having backup food, water, batteries and power should be a consideration for everyone. The term ‘prepper’ has gotten a bad rap.” He said that if you want to function in the event of a regional or nationwide electric or internet outage, “I think at this point everybody should be prepping.”

So if you want to keep your tech during a period of digital upheaval, feel free to borrow these strategies.

Try and create a backup internet plan.

“Preparing for individual internet disruptions and power outages is straightforward – you need backup internet access methods and/or the ability to generate energy on your own,” said Sean Gold, who should probably hang out with Siciliano. Gold is a prepper and the owner of the website TruePrepper. Gold also has a degree in emergency management and was an emergency manager in the Air Force.

Gold said that the best way to not lose your digital life during an internet or electrical grid crisis is to assume it’s going to happen sooner or later and plan for it.

“A cellular hotspot is an easy way to get through a day or two of internet outages, but if the outage is widespread, then that plan is much less effective with the overloaded cell towers. Many preppers are starting to embrace Starlink and satellite ISPs even if they are in less rural areas,” he said.

Of course, if you’re not a tech person, Gold might as well be talking in Sanskrit. So let’s do a quick translation:

• Hotspot: This allows you to hook up your smartphone to a laptop, tablet, smart TV or any device that has the internet. This is helpful if your phone can’t access Wi-Fi but other devices you own can. If the internet is out everywhere, however, as Gold said, you’re not going to get very far with a personal hotspot (your phone’s settings will have instructions as to how to set up a hotspot).

• Starlink. You’ve probably heard of Starlink; Elon Musk owns it. It’s a satellite internet provider, so if cell phone towers are down, well, no problem – you’re accessing the internet through satellite technology. Starlink can be pricey: $80 to $120 is what it charges residential households that want to use it, and you’ll have to buy the $349 equipment to set it up.

• Satellite ISPs. It’s an abbreviated term for satellite internet service provider. The aforementioned Starlink is one. Don’t feel like making Musk richer than he already is? You may want to check out Hughesnet (plans start at $49.99 a month for a full year, but you need to set up a two-year contract). Viasat is another prominent satellite internet provider (plans start at $69.99 a month). 

  Tech: An Amazon Outage Nearly Took Out The Whole Internet. Here’s Just How Big It Was.

TO READ MORE:   https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/experts-warn-internet-down-big-120017712.html

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A financial expert calls for stricter oversight of banks in Iraq.

 12/24/2025   Information / Baghdad...

Financial and banking expert Abdul Aziz Hassoun called on the Central Bank of Iraq on Wednesday to take strict measures and oversight to regulate the work of banks, ensuring the protection of citizens' rights.

 He pointed out that the banking system in Iraq operates within an unstable environment that has prevented it from performing from its normal functions.

Hassoun told the Information Agency that "the security, economic, and social conditions are the main factors contributing to instability in the banking sector, which negatively impacts citizens' confidence and discourages them from depositing funds, especially in government banks. This leads to a shortage of cash liquidity and disrupts economic activity in the country."

He added that "a large number of banks are now engaging in activities that do not fall under the umbrella of genuine banking, exploiting the state of turmoil to achieve private gains at the bank of the banking policy set by the Central Bank."

He explained that "the Central Bank is required today to implement strict measures and activate serious oversight of banks' operations, with the aim of securing citizens' rights and strengthening confidence in the banking system." He noted that "directing financial revenues solely towards imports is one of the main reasons for the decline and stagnant banking performance in Iraq." LINK

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Clare:  The International Smart Card Company announces the launch of a (0% commission) initiative to support merchants.

12/24/2025  Economic:

The global smart card company (Key) announced today, Wednesday, the launch of a (0% commission) initiative to support merchants.

 The company said in a statement received by Alsumaria News "A new initiative will be launched to support merchants and stimulate business growth, starting from January 1, 2026, where a commission rate of (0%) will be applied to the merchant for all electronic payment transactions."

 She added that "the initiative includes all payments made through devices Points of Sale (POS) and the SuperKey application, without any deductions or hidden commissions, ensuring that the merchant retains the full profit from every sale,” noting that “this step comes within its strategy to enhance financial inclusion, encourage the shift towards electronic payments, and provide a more transparent and profitable business environment for merchants in various sectors.”

The company confirmed that “payment devices will be provided free of charge to merchants wishing to join the Key system, with easy registration through the SuperKey application,” adding that “2026 will be a year of real growth and clearer profits for merchants, in a partnership built on trust and continuous support.”  LINK

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Militia Man  Would it look cleaner if they have a prime minister...back in completely done and stabilized prior to the end of the year?  Of course.  Is it necessary?  I've shown that it's not.  

Frank26  [Iraq boots-on-the-ground report]  FIREFLY: Your favorite economist is back...today on Iraqi television.  He says the lower denomination dinar note are lined up for release...They are not on the streets just yet...The central bank is saying the launch is imminent.  All the preparations are in place...  FRANK:  You have to remember who this man is.  He's an economist.  He's well educated.  But he's a financial adviser for the news.  He is not associated with the CBI...GOI.  He's associated with the media.  Everyday he comes out and expresses his opinion...

Jeff  They have a lot of crap to do...that's sensitive to the timing of the rate change.  They have 150 plus laws to pass, two of which would be the '26 budget along with the Oil and Gas Law... outstanding since at least 2005.  Why?  Because it is sensitive to the timing of the rate change.  It needs it and requires it.  Very simple...Parliament can't get all this crap done [until after] the rate change.

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“Tidbits From TNT” Saturday 12-27-2025

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Tishwash:  Uzbekistan and Iraq Discuss Expanding Trade and Economic Cooperation

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Beijing warns of geopolitical and maritime fallout amid displacement concerns

Overview

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

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

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

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

Key Developments

• Israel became the first UN member state to recognize Somaliland

• Diplomatic relations were established, including plans for ambassador exchanges

• Cooperation reportedly includes maritime security, intelligence, and surveillance

• Somaliland declared full control of its airspace in late 2025

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

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

Why It Matters

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

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

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

Implications for the Global Reset

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

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

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

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

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

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BRICS 2025: De-Dollarization Advances as Gold Reserves Surge

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

Overview

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

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

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

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

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

Key Developments

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Why It Matters

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

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

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

Implications for the Global Reset

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

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

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

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

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

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🌱 A Message to Our Currency Holders🌱

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

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

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

That is not your failure.

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

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

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

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

Government Advisor: Current Revenues Cover Salaries And Basic State Requirements

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Iraq's average daily oil exports in August reached 3.38 million barrels, according to the Ministry of Oil. The head of Iraq's state oil marketing company SOMO said on Saturday that average oil exports for September are expected to range between 3.4 and 3.45 million barrels per day.  OPEC counts oil flows from the Kurdistan Region as part of Iraq's quota.
https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=272013

Oil Is Heading For Its Biggest Weekly Gain Since October.

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

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

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

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

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

A Historic Surge In Precious Metals To Record Levels

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The Bloomberg Dollar Index, which measures the strength of the US currency, fell 0.8% over the week, its biggest weekly decline since June. A weaker dollar is generally supportive of gold and silver prices.
https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=272029

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FRANK26…12-26-25……A NEW YEAR

KTFA

Friday Night Video

FRANK26…12-26-25……A NEW YEAR

This video is in Frank’s and his team’s opinion only

Frank’s team is Walkingstick, Eddie in Iraq and guests

Playback Number: 605-313-5163   PIN: 156996#

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1se14gp0vJs

Rob Cunningham: The Ripple Beneath the Song

Rob Cunningham: The Ripple Beneath the Song

12-26-2025

Rob Cunningham | KUWL.show   @KuwlShow

The Ripple Beneath the Song

In 1970, @GratefulDead released a song that sounded like a lullaby and moved like a prayer. @Ripple. “If I knew the way, I would take you home.” It didn’t preach. It pointed. A compass without a map – truth carried on water.

Forty-two years later, on June 2, 2012, a quiet line of code came alive. XRP. No press tour. No parades. Just a ledger built for flow – value moving like water, not trapped in dams. Those who noticed felt the rhyme before they could explain it.

Songs don’t predict.
They recognize.

Lawfare, Fire, and the Test of Purity

When the system felt threatened, the noise arrived. ETHGate whispers. Selective enforcement. Years of SEC lawfare against Ripple Labs.
Not because XRP was a security – but because clarity itself is dangerous to toll collectors.

Then the quiet thunder: the DOJ affirmed XRP is not a security. Not spin. Not opinion. A jurisdictional line drawn where math met law.

The ledger held. The water kept moving.

The Proper Party

While headlines argued, reality gathered elsewhere. A proper party in New York—music, culture, capital—where artists and architects mingled. @LennyKravitz played it cool. No speeches. Just signal. History often turns in rooms where no one is live-tweeting.

From Palm Trees to Policy

At Mar-a-Lago, a different kind of accord took shape – not inked on parchment, but aligned in principle. Sovereign clarity over shadow games. Compliance without capture.

Enter RLUSD, aligned under New York Department of Financial Services, paired with XRP for lawful, instant settlement. Not rebellion – reformation.

Soon after:

A Strategic Digital Asset Reserve, with XRP under U.S. Treasury jurisdiction.

ISO 20022 compatibility – global rails speaking one language.

Ripple’s Bank Charter – from outsider to institution.

@The_DTCC recognition – plumbing meets protocol.

Water, meeting its riverbanks.

Clarity on the Horizon

As the Clarity Act and Market Structure legislation advance – guided by leaders like David Sachs & Patrick Witt – the pattern sharpens. Not coincidence. Convergence.

The song.
The code.
The trials.
The rulings.
The institutions.

All pointing the same way.

Coda

Ripple never promised riches. It promised direction.
And XRP never asked for belief – only for the math to be checked.

If you listen closely, the song is still playing.
The water is still moving.
And if you know the way…
it might finally be taking us home.

Source(s):  https://x.com/KuwlShow/status/2004393549907808506

https://dinarchronicles.com/2025/12/25/rob-cunningham-the-ripple-beneath-the-song/

Imminent Monetization of Gold

Imminent Monetization of Gold

Palisades Gold Radio:  12-26-2025

In a compelling and eye-opening episode of Palisades Gold Radio, Brett Rentmeester, Founder and Managing Director of Winrock Wealth Management, delivers a sobering yet insightful analysis of the deep structural imbalances threatening the global economic order.

What emerges from his in-depth discussion is not just a critique of current monetary policy—but a warning that we are approaching a pivotal inflection point in history, one where the foundations of trust, value, and institutional credibility are being tested like never before.

At the heart of Rentmeester’s argument lies a fundamental shift that reshaped the global economy: the severing of the U.S. dollar from the gold standard in the early 1970s.

 What seemed at the time like a technical adjustment to monetary policy has, over five decades, evolved into a systemic experiment in fiat finance—one that may have reached its limits.

By removing the anchor of gold, central banks gained unprecedented freedom to create money. The result? Decades of escalating debt, rampant money supply expansion, and a steady erosion of purchasing power.

Workers have seen their real wages stagnate or decline, even as asset prices—especially financial assets—have soared. This divergence has not only widened inequality but also undermined faith in the very institutions meant to steward economic stability.

“Money no longer represents stored value,” Rentmeester observes. “It represents a claim on future productivity—productivity that may never materialize given the weight of accumulated debt.”

Rentmeester frames today’s challenges within a broader historical context, drawing on Neil Howe’s influential Fourth Turning theory. According to this cyclical model, societies pass through four distinct phases—High, Awakening, Unraveling, and Crisis—roughly every 80 to 90 years.

 We are now deep within a Crisis phase, a period in which outdated institutions collapse under the weight of new realities, and a new social order begins to form.

We see the signs everywhere: political polarization, institutional distrust, economic fragility, and growing public frustration. Key systems like healthcare and education have become prohibitively expensive while delivering diminishing returns. Social safety nets, built during eras of robust population growth and productivity, are now straining under the pressure of aging demographics and declining birth rates.

As Rentmeester notes, “You can’t promise lifetime benefits to retirees if there aren’t enough workers to fund them. The math no longer works.”

Perhaps the most alarming trend Rentmeester identifies is the growing disconnect between debt and the real assets that back it. Governments across the developed world—particularly the U.S., Europe, Japan, and even China—are piling on debt at an unsustainable pace. Yet, there’s a dangerous illusion that this can continue indefinitely.

“We’re nearing debt saturation,” he warns. “At some point, markets stop believing that debt can be serviced or inflated away. When that happens, confidence evaporates—and with it, the value of fiat currencies.”

In response, central banks are quietly shifting strategy. A surge in gold purchases by central banks around the world—particularly in China, India, and Russia—suggests a quiet but profound revaluation of what constitutes “money.”

Meanwhile, the rise of blockchain technology has birthed new forms of value storage: tokenized gold, stablecoins, and digital asset platforms that could redefine trust and transparency in finance.

Are we witnessing the early stages of a new monetary foundation—one backed not by political decree, but by tangible assets and decentralized verification?

For investors, the message is clear: hedge against uncertainty. Rentmeester advocates for a diversified portfolio that includes exposure to real, tangible assets—not just traditional equities and bonds.

“The goal isn’t to predict the future,” he says. “It’s to build a portfolio that can survive multiple futures.”

Could China replace the U.S. dollar as the world’s dominant reserve currency? Rentmeester is skeptical. While China has made strides in internationalizing the yuan and accumulating gold, it faces its own deep challenges—demographic decline, a debt-fueled property crisis, and rigid political structures that may hinder adaptation.

Instead, he envisions a multipolar monetary system—one where no single currency reigns supreme, and value is anchored in a basket of assets, including gold, silver, energy, and perhaps even digital currencies backed by real-world collateral.

With systemic stress comes the risk of rising global conflict, as nations compete for resources, influence, and stability. But Rentmeester stops short of fatalism. He believes that technological innovation—especially in finance and energy—could provide the tools for coordination and renewal.

“The same forces that destabilize can also empower,” he notes. “Blockchain, decentralized identity, green energy tech—these aren’t just innovations. They’re potential building blocks for a more resilient, transparent, and inclusive system.”

Brett Rentmeester’s message is urgent but not hopeless. We are living through a period of profound transformation—one that demands awareness, preparedness, and courage.

The old paradigms of infinite growth, perpetual debt, and unquestioned institutional trust are fracturing. What comes next depends not just on policymakers, but on individuals making informed choices about how they earn, save, invest, and prepare.

As we stand at the edge of a new era, one truth becomes clear: money must once again represent real value. Whether we arrive at that future through crisis or conscious reform remains to be seen.

For those seeking to understand the forces shaping our financial future, Rentmeester’s insights on Palisades Gold Radio offer a crucial roadmap—one that every investor, policymaker, and citizen would do well to study.

Watch the full interview on Palisades Gold Radio for a deeper dive into Brett Rentmeester’s analysis of debt, gold, generational cycles, and the future of money.

https://youtu.be/beII62DKEek

Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Friday Afternoon 12-26-25

Good Afternoon Dinar Recaps,

Russia Pulls Back FX Support as Energy Revenues Tighten

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

Overview

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

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

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

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

Key Developments

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

• Reduced forex sales mean less artificial support for the ruble

• Budget pressures are rising as oil and gas revenues underperform

• Domestic financing and internal liquidity controls are replacing external buffers

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

Why It Matters

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

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

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

Implications for the Global Reset

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

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

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Reuters — Russia cuts own forex sales

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

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EU Extends Russia Sanctions as Peace Talks Stall

Economic pressure remains central to diplomacy and financial realignment

Overview

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

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

• The extension comes despite intermittent diplomatic signals around peace discussions

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

Key Developments

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

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

• Energy trade limitations continue to distort global supply routes

• Technology and dual-use export bans stay intact

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

Why It Matters

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

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

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

Implications for the Global Reset

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

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

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

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

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

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Trade Protectionism Rises as Global Growth Fractures

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

Overview

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

• Global demand remains uneven amid rising protectionist policies

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

• Export performance is increasingly tied to geopolitical alignment

Key Developments

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

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

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

• Developing nations face tighter access to Western markets

• Trade blocs are strengthening internal settlement and bilateral agreements

Why It Matters

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

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

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

Implications for the Global Reset

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

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

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

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

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

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Markets Surge as Rate Cut Expectations Clash With Global Risk

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

Overview

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

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

• Precious metals strengthened alongside equities, signaling hedging behavior

• Markets appear increasingly disconnected from geopolitical and fiscal realities

Key Developments

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

• Central banks face mounting pressure from debt servicing costs

• Gold and silver advanced as investors quietly hedge systemic risk

• Capital continues flowing into technology and AI-driven sectors

• Sovereign debt levels remain historically elevated despite market optimism

Why It Matters

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

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

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

Implications for the Global Reset

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

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

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

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

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

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Bruce’s Big Call Dinar Intel Thursday Night 12-25-25

Bruce’s Big Call Dinar Intel Thursday Night 12-25-25

Transcribed By WiserNow Emailed To Recaps   (INTEL ONLY)

Big Call  with Bruce & Sue -  Lots of intel and instructions on exchanges and redemption centers  No transcription

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News, Rumors and Opinions Friday 12-26-2025

Note: All intel should be considered as "Rumors" until we receive official announcements ...and “Rates and Dates” could change anytime until we get to the banks/redemption centers.

Paul Gold Eagle: Does Gold and Silver Affect the RV?

12-23-2025

Paul White Gold Eagle   @PaulGoldEagle

A2Z Q&A by Bat Ninja:

Do silver and gold affect the RV?

Totally fair question. The short answer: no—silver isn’t a trigger for the RV.

What we’re seeing in silver and gold right now is about global positioning, not a switch being flipped. Central banks, institutions, and large players are hedging against dollar risk, geopolitical tension, and long-term confidence issues in the current system. That creates background pressure, for sure—but it’s not the driver.

The RV / exchange process isn’t market-driven. It’s administrative and operational. It hinges on banking readiness, liquidity sequencing, sovereign and institutional settlements, and controlled access through appointments—not open-market trading or Forex movement (which is why what we’re seeing pre-Forex matters).

So when metals move like this, it’s better read as confirmation that the old system is under stress, not that the RV has suddenly “gone live.”

Think of it like watching the weather while waiting for a scheduled flight. The weather matters—but it doesn’t decide the takeoff time.

That’s why I stay focused on positioning and timing, so we don’t get lost in the noise.

Source(s):  https://x.com/PaulGoldEagle/status/2003658542209990839

https://dinarchronicles.com/2025/12/23/paul-gold-eagle-does-gold-and-silver-affect-the-rv/

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Frank26   [Iraq boots-on-the-ground report]  FIREFLY:
They say on television this about the first parliament meeting that's is going to be formed on the 29th.  The House of Representatives has completed all technical and all logistical preparations for holding the first session of the 6th parliamentary term.  It is scheduled for next Monday. 

Mnt Goat  The President of the Republic issued a presidential decree on Tuesday setting the date for the first session of the new parliament on December 29...We have been told that Iraq is going to try the 3-year budget again and there will be another tripartite budget for 2026-2028 and it can’t be opened until it is voted on and passed in the new  parliament ...Remember the reasoning behind Dr Shabibi telling us that January is the “best opportune time to reinstate the dinar with a significant rate” is that the annual budget its supposed to be ready to open and allocated out to spend in January...  obviously, this may NOT going to be the case but it may be close.

Clare   Article:   "First comment from the Sudanese regarding the dollar exchange rate"  Quote:  "In a televised interview followed by Baghdad Today, Al-Sudani said: Changing the dollar exchange rate is the sole prerogative of the Central Bank of Iraq, stressing that the government has managed to reduce the gap in the exchange rate between the official and parallel rates, indicating the government’s success in reducing the gap in the exchange rate."

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Will Silver Hit Triple Digits In 2026? Mike Maloney’s Market Breakdown

12-25-2025

Will silver really break into triple digits in 2026? In this video, Mike Maloney breaks down the key drivers pushing silver’s price higher—from shrinking global stockpiles and booming industrial demand to powerful shifts in the gold-to-silver ratio.

With commentary from top silver stackers, chart breakdowns, and real market narratives, you’ll get a raw look at why many believe 2026 could be a monumental year for silver.

Join us as we explore supply constraints, macro trends, and what it might take for silver to soar past $100/oz and beyond.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qHMVgRcR4vk