Bix Weir and Greg Mannarino Thursday Night 11-18-2021
Bix Weir
ALERT! Silver Riggers BofA & Citibank Add 150Moz+ in Silver Derivative Shorts in 2021!!
Nov 18, 2021
he Great Silver Short has moved from JP Morgan to Bank of America & Citibank this year...so watch both of those banks CRUMBLE in the next Market Meltdown!!
The Silver Short is a hot potato that has gutted Drexal Burhnam, AIG, Bear Stearns, almost JPMorgan and now BofA & Citibank are in the grips of the ALL POWERFUL SILVER HOT POTATO!!
Hang on tight!
(Must Watch). PROOF: The MIDDLE CLASS WIPEOUT Is Accelerating With An Economy In FREEFALL.
Greg Mannarino: Nov 18, 2021
Rob Cunningham: The 2026 Cambrian Explosion Awaits
8-1-2026
The 2026 Cambrian Explosion Awaits – Understanding Chris Larsen’s Profound Vision
Before the 1950s…
The world already had ships.
It already had ports.
Andy Schectman: Every Signal Is Screaming Buy Gold
VRIC Media: 8-2-2026
Andy Schectman argues that rising bond yields, persistent inflation, and declining confidence in U.S. debt are creating a powerful long-term case for precious metals.
He explains why central banks and major buyers continue accumulating physical gold despite recent price weakness, how China is building the vaults, exchanges, and payment systems needed to challenge Western paper markets, and why the shift toward physical settlement could reshape global price discovery.
Andy also compares the outlook for gold, silver, and platinum, with gold remaining his preferred asset for a changing monetary system.
Good Afternoon Dinar Recaps,
Iran Pursues Strait of Hormuz Shipping Deal as Red Sea Tensions Keep Global Trade on Edge
New negotiations over the Strait of Hormuz and continued military tensions in the Red Sea highlight how energy security, shipping routes, and alternative payment systems are becoming increasingly important to the future of the global financial system.
Iraq Faces ‘Cash-Flow’ Strain, Not Bankruptcy
2026-08-02 Shafaq News- Baghdad Iraq’s financial situation reflects difficulties managing cash flows under exceptional uncertainty, rather than a lack of resources or risk of bankruptcy, Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi’s financial and economic adviser Mudher Mohammed Saleh told Shafaq News on Saturday.
TNT:
Tishwash: US forces begin withdrawal from military compound in Erbil
The Monitor website revealed that the US military has begun withdrawing its remaining forces from the military complex near Erbil International Airport in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq.
Al-Monitor, citing informed sources, reported that "the US military has begun withdrawing its remaining forces from the military complex near Erbil International Airport in the Kurdistan Region, after dismantling and redeploying Patriot air defense systems."
Ariel: Iraq is Telling you What they are About to do
8-1-2026
Iraq Is Telling You What They Are About To Do:
Currency Overhaul
Monetary Reformation
Gold Revaluation
Concerns About Passing The Borrowing Law... Hamdoun: It Will Raise The Debt To $150 Billion
Information/Special.. Former Member of Parliament, Mahasin Hamdoun, warned on Saturday against passing the 2026 External Borrowing and Grants Law to ensure the payment of salaries for employees in Parliament, stressing that passing this law will raise Iraq's external debts to more than one hundred and fifty billion dollars.
Good Afternoon Dinar Recaps,
Federal Reserve Holds Rates Steady, but Americans Still Face High Borrowing Costs as Inflation Fight Continues
While financial markets welcomed signs of stability, the Federal Reserve's decision to keep interest rates unchanged means the effects of higher borrowing costs will continue to ripple through households, businesses, and the global economy.
Iraq Dinar Update, Liquidity Crisis, Clarity Act, and the Road Ahead: Jon Dowling
8-1-2026
The global financial landscape is experiencing a profound period of transformation. From liquidity challenges in foreign economies to sweeping regulatory changes surrounding digital assets in the United States, multiple economic indicators point toward a broader structural shift.
Recent reporting by market analyst Jon Dowling highlights how international monetary pressures, asset tokenization, and geopolitical developments are converging to create a new paradigm for global finance and community stewardship.
The Bust Has Already Begun – Most Investors Just Don’t See It | Mark Thornton & Andy Schectman
Miles Franklin Media: 8-1-2026
Andy Schectman, Founder & CEO of Miles Franklin Precious Metals, interviews Mark Thornton, Senior Fellow at the Mises Institute, to discuss why he believes the global economy is approaching a critical turning point driven by mounting debt, declining trust, and years of monetary distortion.
Thornton explains why the bond market may be sending a warning investors shouldn't ignore, how decades of easy money have distorted markets, and why private credit could become the next major financial risk.
Bond Market Rejects The Fed: Why The Rules Just Changed For Gold
Kitco News: 7-31-2026
The bond market just delivered a sharp rejection to the Federal Reserve’s latest rate decision, pushing 30-year Treasury yields to 19-year highs as inflation fears persist.
Meanwhile, three top macro strategists—Gareth Soloway, Willem Middelkoop, and Mike McGlone—issue three completely conflicting calls on where gold, bonds, and energy go from here.
CBI Reserves Slide $7B+ In H1 2026
2026-08-01 Shafaq News- Baghdad Iraq’s foreign reserves fell by $7.4 billion during the first five months of 2026, while the country’s gold holdings increased by 5.7% from their level at the end of last year, according to data from the Central Bank of Iraq (CBI).
Foreign reserves stood at $93.673 billion at the end of May 2026, down from $101.082 billion in January, marking a decline of $7.409 billion, or 7.3%, over the five-month period.
Good Afternoon Dinar Recaps,
Global Digital Money Framework Accelerates as Stablecoin Rules and Financial Oversight Advance
Governments and international financial institutions are accelerating efforts to modernize the global monetary system through digital asset regulation, stablecoin oversight, and next-generation payment infrastructure. While individual countries are moving at different speeds, the overall direction points toward a more regulated, technology-driven financial system with significant implications for global commerce and cross-border payments.
Weekend Coffee with MarkZ 08/01/2026
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
MZ: A special weekend podcast brought to you by Lucas and the (CBD) Gurus. I will cover the news of the day and latest updates before Lucas takes health related questions. Iraq openly talking about zeros, US drawing down troops
TNT:
Tishwash: Al-Sarraj: Current circumstances necessitate creating a conducive environment and expediting the formation of the cabinet.
Political analyst Ibrahim al-Sarraj believes that current circumstances necessitate creating a conducive environment and expediting the formation of the cabinet, particularly the security ministries.
Speaking to Mawazin News, al-Sarraj stated, "The lack of political momentum toward finalizing the cabinet is not related to the anti-corruption campaign targeting several officials and members of parliament, as disagreements among political parties regarding the cabinet predate the campaign."
KTFA:
Clare: Will the Federal Government Remove Three Zeros from the Iraqi Dinar?
The Iraqi federal government is considering two additional measures to address its financial crisis: borrowing domestically and internationally and removing three zeros from the Iraqi dinar, a currency redenomination intended to simplify transactions, strengthen confidence in the dinar, and help manage inflationary pressures caused by increased money printing.
By: Hawre Tofiq
It is clear that, due to the war, the Strait of Hormuz has been closed, significantly restricting oil exports and causing a sharp decline in public revenues. As a result, the federal government is facing a crisis in financing its operational budget, particularly the payment of public sector salaries. To address this situation, it has taken the following steps:
Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Late Friday Evening 7-31-26
How Long Can Iraq Rely On The Central Bank's Reserves, Money-Printing Scheme To Survive?
Mahmood Baban 30-07-2026 For four months, despite an 83 percent decrease in its revenue, Iraq has still been able to cover its monthly expenses; above all, seven trillion Iraqi dinars (about $5.3 billion) for wage earners, including the Kurdistan Region.
It is true that the delayed return of oil revenue through the national marketer's mechanism, the State Organization for Marketing of Oil (SOMO), resolved some of the imbalance between revenue and spending during the ongoing war, but what has sustained the Iraqi government financially is the Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) by introducing 43 trillion dinars (about $32.6 billion).
Good Morning Dinar Recaps,
Infrastructure, Nuclear Program, and Shipping Lanes Become New Flashpoints
Military planning, nuclear developments, and threats to global energy routes are increasing pressure on financial markets as the Middle East conflict moves beyond battlefield operations into areas that could reshape international trade and energy security.