“Tidbits From TNT” Sunday 1-11-2026

TNT:

Tishwash:  Sudanese advisor: Financial deficit is temporary and will not affect the development path

The financial advisor to the Prime Minister, Mazhar Muhammad Saleh, confirmed that the financial deficit in Iraq is short-term.

It does not pose an obstacle to the country's economic development path.

Saleh explained that the deficit is mostly linked to fluctuations in oil prices in global markets.

He pointed out that investors realize that these fluctuations do not reflect institutional weakness as much as they reflect market factors beyond national control.

He added that investor confidence is strengthened when deficits are accompanied by disciplined financing tools, such as issuing domestic bonds and prudent management of public spending.

He stressed that this sends a clear message about the government's ability to control the flow of public funds and avoid long-term imbalances.  link

Tishwash:  Oil Minister: More than 450 companies are participating in the energy exhibition.

Oil Minister Hayyan Abdul Ghani announced on Saturday the participation of more than 450 companies in the energy exhibition, emphasizing that this large turnout sends a message of stability to Iraq.

Speaking to the Iraqi News Agency (INA), Abdul Ghani said, "The energy exhibition, held at the Baghdad International Fairgrounds, is a distinguished event due to the active participation of many companies specializing in the oil and electricity sectors, in addition to other fields." He noted that "more than 450 companies were present and participating in the exhibition."

He explained that "through this participation, we will learn about the nature of the work these companies contribute to the development of the oil, electricity, and renewable energy sectors," stressing that "the presence of these companies in such numbers represents a clear message of stability in Iraq from a security, economic, and regulatory standpoint."

Prime Minister Mohammed Shia'a al-Sudani inaugurated the 11th Iraq Energy/IEE Exhibition and Conference on Saturday at the Baghdad International Fairgrounds.  link

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Tishwash:  An economic observatory reveals the Central Bank of Iraq's conditions for banks to trade in currencies other than the dollar.

An economic observatory announced the new conditions set by the Central Bank of Iraq for banks wishing to trade foreign currencies other than the dollar, such as the European "Euro" and the Chinese "Yuan," noting that among these conditions is that "the bank's capital must be 300 billion Iraqi dinars."

The Eco Iraq Observatory explained in a press statement on Saturday, January 10, 2026, that “the Central Bank circulated a document entitled (Guidelines and Models for Assessing Minimum Requirements) for banks prohibited from dealing in dollars and wishing to work in other foreign currencies such as the European Euro, the Chinese Yuan, the UAE Dirham, and others, indicating that “this document is part of the banking sector reform program implemented by the Central Bank.”

 The observatory noted that “the document included conditions, most notably that the bank’s capital be 300 billion dinars with a plan to reach 400 billion dinars by the end of 2028,” as well as “the bank having sufficient and regular liquidity to cover its obligations and the obligations of customers, in accordance with international banking regulations (LCR and NSFR).”

 "The document emphasized the disclosure of the bank's ownership, i.e., providing a complete and approved list of shareholders, with full disclosure of related parties," according to the statement.

 The Economic Affairs Observatory “Eco Iraq” had previously revealed that 35 out of 72 banks operating in Iraq were subject to US sanctions, either due to sanctions by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), i.e., the bank being placed on an international blacklist and its financial transactions being paralyzed or its dollar transactions being stopped, or as a “temporary regulatory measure” and not a penalty, to force the bank to comply with transparency.  link

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Tishwash:  US Chargé d'Affaires: The United States emphasizes the need for immediate action to dismantle "militias" in Iraq

The US Embassy in Baghdad stated that the United States will continue to clearly emphasize the need for immediate action to dismantle militias in Iraq.

In a post on its X platform, the embassy said that Chargé d'Affaires Joshua Harris met with Ammar al-Hakim, leader of the Hikma Movement, to discuss shared interests in protecting Iraqi sovereignty, defeating terrorism, enhancing regional security, and strengthening economic ties that benefit both Americans and Iraqis.

Harris reiterated that "the inclusion of Iranian-backed terrorist militias in the Iraqi government, in any capacity, is incompatible with a strong US-Iraqi partnership."

He added that "the United States will continue to clearly emphasize the need for immediate action to dismantle terrorist militias that serve foreign agendas and threaten Iraq's sovereignty, stability, and economy."  link

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Sunday Morning 1-11-26

Good Morning Dinar Recaps,

 Central Bank Liquidity Operations Continue
Fed’s large hidden liquidity injections suggest deeper financial plumbing stress than official narratives imply

Overview

• The Federal Reserve, particularly via the New York Fed and its standing repo facilities, has been injecting large sums of liquidity into U.S. banks to keep short-term funding markets functioning.

• Media and market data show usage of these liquidity windows — including repo operations and emergency cash injections — at unusually high levels, indicating systemic funding pressure.

• These operations serve to supply cash against high-quality collateral (e.g., Treasury securities), a tool the Fed uses when private funding channels dry up.

• Increased activity around year-end and after quant-tightening measures ended reflects banks leaning more on central bank support than usual.

Key Developments

• High use of the Fed’s standing repo facility: Eligible financial institutions drew about $26 billion in overnight liquidity via this tool, among the highest levels since its creation to offer fast loans against collateral.

• Record pressures around month-end: Usage of liquidity facilities surged, with nearly $50 billion in standing repo loans extended as banks sought cash amid funding volatility.

• Larger context of tightening liquidity: Repo and funding markets have shown signs of strain due to quantitative tightening, reductions in bank reserves, and high Treasury issuance.

Why It Matters

Central bank liquidity operations — especially large or sustained ones — are more than routine technical plumbing:

• Stress indicator: When banks increasingly tap central bank facilities, it shows that normal market funding channels are under pressure.

• Hidden support: These injections often occur without headline announcements, meaning traditional market indicators (like monetary policy statements) may understate actual system reliance on the Fed.

• Monetary policy tension: Such liquidity support can run counter to tightening narratives (like rate increases or QT), signaling that central banks are walking a fine line between stability and policy normalization.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

For holders of foreign currencies eyeing positional shifts or revaluation opportunities, this trend has meaningful implications:

• Signals potential systemic stress: Large liquidity injections suggest financial systems — especially U.S.-centered ones — may be under pressure, undermining confidence in dominant reserve currencies over time.

• Dollar dynamics: Increased central bank liquidity can weaken the dollar’s perceived strength if markets see these moves as hidden easing, supporting diversification into foreign currencies and gold.

• Global credit conditions: Excess liquidity dampens credit costs and can encourage capital flows into emerging markets, affecting exchange rates and asset valuations in those regions.

• Monetary transition cues: When central banks shift quietly from tightening to liquidity provision, it can presage broader monetary adjustments, which historically precede currency repricing events.

These moves are not isolated cash swaps — they signal underlying liquidity fragility that can ripple through currency markets before traditional indicators catch up.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Financial Stability Pillar: Stealth liquidity operations imply dependence on central bank backstops, highlighting fragilities that might accelerate structural reforms in how global finance functions.Monetary Transition Pillar: Hidden injections may reflect a pivot away from rigid tightening toward liquidity accommodation, a trend that often precedes broader currency and monetary system shifts.

This is not just technical operations — it’s central banking in crisis-management mode, with implications for currency valuations and systemic risk.

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Reuters – Banks tap Fed liquidity tool amid year-end pressures

• StreetInsider (via Reuters) – Banks tap Fed Standing Repo Facility in record numbers amid month-end pressures

• Ainvest – Escalating Repo Fails and Systemic Liquidity Risks in 2025

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Historic EU–Mecosur Trade Deal Nears Completion
After 25 years of gridlock, a massive trade bloc emerges as the world quietly reorganizes economic power

Overview

• The European Union has moved decisively toward finalizing the EU–Mercosur free trade agreement after more than two decades of negotiations.

• Italy’s decision to back the pact broke a long-standing deadlock among EU member states.

• The agreement would unite the EU with Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay into a single trade zone of roughly 780 million people.

• Combined, the bloc would represent close to 25% of global GDP — one of the largest free-trade areas ever formed.

Key Developments

• Italy shifts position: Rome reversed earlier opposition after securing agricultural safeguards, helping unlock EU consensus.

• Political resistance remains: France, Poland, and farming groups across Europe continue to voice environmental and food-standard concerns.

• Strategic resources in focus: The deal improves EU access to South American agricultural output, energy, and critical raw materials.

• Next steps underway: The pact still requires European Parliament approval and ratification by Mercosur nations before implementation.

Why It Matters

This agreement marks a structural realignment in global trade at a time when protectionism and fragmentation dominate headlines.

By deepening EU–South America integration, the deal:

• Counters global trade fragmentation by reinforcing multilateral commerce instead of tariffs and blocs.

• Diversifies supply chains away from over-reliance on China and geopolitically sensitive routes.

• Strengthens Europe’s geopolitical leverage in Latin America, a region increasingly contested by major powers.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

For those holding foreign currencies in anticipation of higher future valuations, this development is significant:

• Trade blocs drive currency demand: Expanded trade volumes increase transactional demand for regional currencies rather than defaulting to the U.S. dollar.

• Supports de-dollarization trends: Large multi-regional trade agreements often evolve toward local-currency settlement mechanisms over time.

• Signals systemic restructuring: Long-term trade frameworks are typically aligned with broader monetary and financial realignments — not short-term politics.

• Capital flow rebalancing: As investment shifts toward emerging trade corridors, currency repricing frequently follows structural integration.

In short, trade architecture precedes monetary change — and this deal is architecture on a historic scale.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Trade Realignment Pillar: The EU–Mercosur pact accelerates the shift toward multipolar trade networks.

• Monetary Transition Pillar: Sustained non-U.S. trade expansion lays groundwork for future currency revaluation and settlement reform.

This is not just trade — it’s global financial restructuring taking shape in real time.

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Reuters – “Italy backs EU–Mercosur trade deal after 25 years of talks”

• Financial Times – “EU member states move to approve Mercosur trade pact”

• Associated Press – “EU inches toward landmark Mercosur trade agreement”

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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:
• Verifiable developments • Institutional evidence
• 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.

Protect your identity. Organize your documents.      Verify everything.
Never hand your discernment to anyone who cannot show proof.

You deserve truth — not timelines.

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Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Sunday Morning 1-11-26

Unregulated Digital Revenues Pose Financial Risks In Iraq, Expert Warns

2026-01-11 Shafaq News– Baghdad   Iraq’s rapidly expanding digital content sector operates largely without regulation, allowing significant online revenues to move outside state oversight and increasing financial risk, a member of the Dijlah Center for Strategic Planning warned.

Speaking to Shafaq News on Sunday, Ali Karim Idhayib noted that the spread of social media, especially live streaming and paid content, has created parallel cash flows beyond existing controls, cautioning that the absence of clear rules on income disclosure, taxation, and supervision leaves the sector vulnerable to misuse, including tax evasion and the movement of funds with unclear origins under media or entertainment labels.

According to Chatham House, a London-based policy institute, Iraq’s digital economy is expanding faster than the state’s ability to monitor it, driven by a surge in online retail, ride-hailing platforms, and content monetization over the past five years. While these sectors have become a key opportunity for Iraq’s youth, who make up more than 60% of the population and face unemployment exceeding 35%, the think tank noted that weak infrastructure, unstable regulations, limited financing, and fragmented oversight are major constraints.

“The challenge is not technology itself, but how it is managed,” Idhayib stressed, pointing to international models that require transparency, integrate digital earnings into tax systems, and coordinate with major platforms. Iraq, he added, needs a similar framework adapted to local conditions.

He called for a national effort involving state institutions, economists, and communications regulators to align regulation with the pace of digital growth.   https://shafaq.com/en/Economy/Unregulated-digital-revenues-pose-financial-risks-in-Iraq-expert-warns

Dollar Opens Lower In Baghdad, Higher In Erbil Markets

Economy & Business  USD/IQD Exchange  2026-01-11 Shafaq News– Baghdad/ Erbil  The US dollar opened Sunday’s trading at a lower rate in Baghdad while recording a slight increase in the Kurdistan Region, according to a Shafaq News market survey.

In Baghdad, the dollar opened at 146,000 Iraqi dinars per 100 dollars, down by 800 dinars from the previous session, when it closed at 146,800 dinars per 100 dollars at the Al-Kifah and Al-Harithiya exchanges.

Local exchange shops in the capital sold the dollar at 146,500 dinars per 100 dollars, while buying prices stood at 145,500 dinars.

In Erbil, the dollar edged higher at the opening of trading, with selling prices reaching 145,950 dinars per 100 dollars and buying prices at 145,900 dinars. This marked a slight increase compared with the last session, when the selling price stood at 145,700 dinars per 100 dollars, while the buying price was 145,600 dinars.  https://shafaq.com/en/Economy/Dollar-opens-lower-in-Baghdad-higher-in-Kurdistan-markets

USD/IQD Exchange Rates Surge In Baghdad, Erbil

2026-01-11 Shafaq News– Baghdad/ Erbil  The US dollar exchange rates edged higher against the Iraqi dinar on Sunday in Baghdad and Erbil as local currency exchanges closed.

According to a Shafaq News survey, Baghdad’s Al-Kifah and Al-Harithiya central exchanges registered a rate of 146,400 dinars per $100, up from 146,000 dinars per $100 earlier in the day.

In Baghdad’s local exchange shops, the selling rate climbed to 147,000 dinars per $100, while the buying rate stood at 146,000 dinars per $100.

In Erbil, the selling rate reached 146,100 dinars per $100 and the buying rate 146,000 dinars per $100.

https://shafaq.com/en/Economy/USD-IQD-exchange-rates-surge-in-Baghdad-Erbil-1-2

Iraq Ranks Third In The Arab World   In Foreign Currency Reserves With $112 Billion.

 InNovember 2025, Iraq's foreign currency reserves stood at approximately $112 billion, according to data from the Central Bank of Iraq. These reserves represent one of the highest levels in the region after Saudi Arabia and the UAE, covering more than 15 months of imports and providing Iraq with a significant safety net despite internal political and economic challenges.

Libya ranks fourth in the Arab world with large foreign currency reserves.

From the Gulf to the heart of Africa, despite political divisions, Libya maintains its fourth position in the Arab world with foreign currency reserves approaching $99 billion, covering about four years of imports.

Oil and gas exports define the features of economic power, as Arab countries' finances seize their windfall by increasing reserves and managing liquidity during periods of recession.

Qatar’s central bank’s foreign exchange reserves rose to $71.7 billion last November, covering 11 months of imports.

Egypt's substantial reserves exceeded $50.2 billion.

In Cairo, the most populous Arab country, foreign currency reserves stand at approximately $50.2 billion, a significant figure for supporting the Egyptian pound amidst import pressures and debt repayments. These reserves are now sufficient to cover more than six months of imports.

The figures at the Central Bank of Egypt improved during a year that witnessed an improvement in most indicators, and a rise in dollar revenues from exports, tourism and remittances from Egyptians abroad to more than $100 billion combined.

Reserves in Morocco and Algeria

Both Morocco and Algeria maintain similar levels of foreign exchange reserves, ranging between $39 billion and $41 billion. These figures are not just data in central bank reports, but rather indicators of the strength of countries and their ability to withstand fluctuations in oil prices, the challenges of inflation, and to ensure the stability of local currencies.

The World's Largest Foreign Exchange Reserves

Globally, China has the largest foreign exchange reserves, exceeding $3.2 trillion, followed by Japan, which exceeds $1 trillion.

Ultimately, whoever holds the reserves holds the initiative, and in a world full of fluctuations, these treasuries are the first line of defense for the stability of Arab economies.  https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=64092

Oil Fuels 90% Of Iraq’s $70B+ Revenue In 2025

2026-01-10   Shafaq News– Baghdad    Iraq generated more than 103 trillion Iraqi dinars ($71.4 billion) in federal budget revenue between January and October 2025, with oil accounting for about 90% of the total, Finance Ministry data showed on Saturday.

According to the data, oil revenue reached roughly $64.3 billion during the period, while non-oil income totaled about $7.1 billion.

Iraq continues to depend on oil to fund public spending. In earlier remarks to Shafaq News, government economic adviser Mudher Mohammed Saleh explained that decades of war, international sanctions, and political instability had undermined efforts to diversify the economy and expand non-oil revenue sources.

Read more: Iraq’s economy in 2025: Oil dominance and delayed reforms

https://shafaq.com/en/Economy/Oil-fuels-90-of-Iraq-s-70B-revenue-in-2025

BASEL 111 JUST TURNED GOLD INTO TIER ONE MONEY AGAIN

BASEL 111 JUST TURNED GOLD INTO TIER ONE MONEY AGAIN

Charlie Ward:  1-11-2026

Tomorrow is the 12th and it’s a big day. Normally I wouldn’t do a video on a Sunday but, with tomorrow being such a big day where Basel 3 comes into full effect it will change everything.

Because the banks have to comply or get out!.

Have a look at this: (Excerpts)

While the retail public was focused on price charts, the real decision was made behind closed doors in Basel Switzerland. The Bank of International Settlements (BIS) has officially passed the final implementation phase of the Basel 3 end game rules.

This is not a rumor but a regulatory mandate that goes into effect when markets open on Monday. They passed it quietly because they know it changes everything.

This new rule forces banks to revalue how they hold gold and silver on balance sheets.

They have lit the fuse for precious metals explosion. This new rule is the death knell for the naked short selling that has suppressed silver for 40 years.  

This is as significant as Nixon closing the gold window in 1971.

In 1971 we moved away from metal. In 2026 with Basel the third we are moving back towards metal. It is a slow bureaucratic return to the Gold Standard disguised as banking regulation.

Monday Morning marks the start of a new era.

You have heard about the global reset. This is it. It isn’t a single event. It is a series of rule changes and Basel third is a key pillar to the reset. It re-establishes gold as the center of the financial solar system.

This moves us away from a US centric dollar system to a neutral asset backed system.

Be sure to listen to entire video for the details.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5hidngQW9U

Debt Crisis Triggering Monetary Revolution?

Debt Crisis Triggering Monetary Revolution?

WTFinance:  1-9-2026

As we approach 2026 and beyond, the global economic and financial landscape is undergoing a significant transformation.

According to Jeff Park, CIO at ProCap Financial, the traditional US-led Washington Consensus, which has dominated global monetary policy and geopolitics since World War II, is in decline or potentially dead.

In a recent conversation, Park outlined the key drivers of this shift, including geopolitical realignments, trade imbalances, and the rise of new technological forces such as AI.

The Washington Consensus, which has underpinned the global economic order for decades, is being challenged by a complex mix of factors. The changing role of the US dollar, trade tensions between the US and China, and the emergence of new technologies are all contributing to a rapidly evolving landscape.

As Park notes, these changes are ushering in a new era of “ideological investing,” where market movements and investment decisions are increasingly influenced by policy shifts, geopolitical events, and cultural trends rather than purely economic fundamentals.

In this new environment, investors must navigate a complex web of factors that are driving market behavior.

Monetary policy is undergoing a reset, with a disconnect emerging between short-term interest rates and long-term bond yields.

This challenges traditional investing frameworks and forces a reconsideration of investment strategies. The US-China economic relationship, characterized by structural imbalances and diverging industrial policies, is moving toward decoupling, influencing global capital flows and domestic policy in both nations.

Park contrasts the US market’s future to China’s current state, where government policies and ideological directives heavily influence market behavior.

 He foresees the US market increasingly reflecting similar ideological drivers, where government actions and geopolitical events create outsized, often unpredictable market impacts.

This environment benefits retail investors who can act quickly and flexibly, unlike large institutions constrained by size and rules.

The rise of AI-powered robo-advisors is set to further disrupt traditional investing. These platforms can create highly personalized, ideology-driven portfolios that blend characteristics of active and passive investing.

This new paradigm could challenge traditional fund flows dominated by index funds and ETFs, as investors seek more agency over their investment choices aligned with personal beliefs and geopolitical views.

In this complex environment, Park advocates for diversified portfolios with orthogonal strategies that include long volatility positions to capture fat-tail risks. He emphasizes Bitcoin as a unique, orthogonal asset class with strong potential in the current environment, alongside traditional safe havens like gold.

 Interest rates and the shape of the yield curve remain critical areas to watch, given their geopolitical and economic implications.

Finally, Park stresses the importance of culture as a defining parameter in investing. He highlights its resilience against AI and deterministic models, encouraging investors to embrace probabilistic thinking, maintain self-determination, and recognize the nuanced, non-deterministic nature of human behavior as crucial for navigating the complex investment landscape of the future.

The end of the Washington Consensus marks a significant shift in the global economic and financial landscape. As we enter a new era of ideological investing, investors must be prepared to navigate a complex and rapidly evolving environment.

By embracing diversification, orthogonal strategies, and the importance of culture in investing, investors can position themselves for success in a world where traditional frameworks are no longer relevant.

For further insights and information, watch the full video from WTFinance featuring Jeff Park’s conversation.

https://youtu.be/0P8HSeHq9fI

2000% Silver Revaluation! This Is What Every Silver Stacker Should Do

2000% Silver Revaluation! This Is What Every Silver Stacker Should Do | Lynette Zang

Smart Silver Trends:  1-10-2026

The True Value of Precious Metals Silver and Gold Valuation: Lynette Zang argues that based on a historic 20:1 gold-to-silver ratio, silver's true fundamental value should be a minimum of *$300 per ounce*. Applying this historical context, she calculates the true fundamental value of an ounce of gold to be between *$33,000 and $40,000*.

Gold Revaluation: Lynette Zang views a revaluation of U.S. gold reserves as inevitable. She believes the Federal Reserve would not implement this at current market prices because the current nominal price does not reflect the amount of paper money that has been issued. Its main purpose would be to regain public confidence after a catastrophic event.

⭐️ Prediction of Hyperinflation and Currency Reset The Scenario: The core argument is that hyperinflation is coming to "burn off the debt." This period will see prices soar dramatically—the speaker gives an extreme example of a loaf of bread costing $80,000.

The Reset: After the hyperinflationary crisis, the speaker predicts a government action, such as "lopping off zeros" in an overnight revaluation to bring prices back down (e.g., $80,000 to $8). While all fiat savings would be reset, she suggests gold's newly high nominal price would hold value for a period before beginning to climb again in the new currency system.

⭐️ The Genius Act and the Stablecoin Market A New Monetary System: She discusses the Genius Act as the first legal foundation for cryptocurrencies and stablecoins, claiming it has already fundamentally changed the global monetary system.

Artificial Market: By requiring new U.S. stablecoins to be dollar-backed on a one-to-one basis, the government is creating a new artificial market to support the dollar, replacing the reliance on the US Treasury market. She highlights that the stablecoin market, currently at around $125 billion, is projected by some to grow to *$2 trillion by 2028*.

Criminal Cartels: The video concludes by asserting that the legal framework being created is similar to the 2008 financial crisis, effectively allowing bankers to act unethically without legal consequence, which the speaker refers to as the legalization of "theft" (inflation).

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kJT9D3egtlA

Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Saturday Afternoon 1-10-26

Good Afternoon Dinar Recaps,

BRICS TAKE CHARGE — Gold-Backed Trade Units Signal a Shift Away from Dollar Dependence
This is not de-dollarization — it’s a parallel system quietly taking shape

Overview

• BRICS has launched a pilot “Unit” settlement instrument that blends 40% physical gold backing with 60% member currencies, offering a structured alternative for international trade settlement.

• Designed for governments and banks, not consumers, the Unit reduces reliance on correspondent banking and mitigates sanctions exposure while maintaining ties to existing financial systems.

• Stability is anchored in gold, addressing volatility concerns common to purely fiat or digital instruments.

Key Developments

• Gold-Backed Structure: Each Unit is anchored by physical gold alongside proportional allocations of BRICS member currencies.

• Blockchain Settlement: The system operates on a dedicated ledger maintained by an independent research institute, with reserves placed in escrow within member borders.

• Trade-Only Instrument: Units are used for invoicing and clearing, avoiding intermediary FX conversions and reducing transaction friction.

• Reserve Depth: BRICS nations collectively hold more than 6,000 tonnes of gold, reinforcing credibility and long-term backing.

• Measured Rollout: The pilot phase limits scale and access, emphasizing testing, governance, and coordination over speed.

Why It Matters

This initiative reframes gold from a passive reserve into an active settlement asset, positioning BRICS to diversify trade rails without triggering abrupt market disruption. It signals a pragmatic approach: build alternatives without attempting to replace the dollar outright.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1 – Asset-Linked Settlement: Tying trade units to physical gold restores credibility and dampens volatility during fiat stress cycles.

Pillar 2 – Multipolar Trade Rails: Parallel settlement options reduce systemic risk tied to single-currency dependence and sanctions chokepoints.

Key Takeaway

The BRICS Unit is not a consumer currency and not a dollar killer. It is a strategic settlement layer—gold-anchored, institution-only, and deliberately paced. The message is clear: financial sovereignty is being engineered quietly, not announced loudly.

This is not just innovation — it’s the architecture of multipolar finance being laid.

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Watcher.Guru — “BRICS Take Charge: 40% Gold Unit Currency Starts Challenging Dollar”

• Reuters — “BRICS explore gold-linked settlement tools as members seek alternatives to dollar trade”

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MONEY TRANSFER REFORMS BEGIN — Compliance Tightens on the Global Rails
U.S. Treasury signals enforcement-first approach to legitimacy, not restriction

Overview

The U.S. Treasury, under Secretary Scott Bessent, has launched targeted reforms and heightened scrutiny of money transfer centers following investigations into alleged welfare fraud and questionable overseas remittances. The effort is led by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) and is currently focused on Minnesota as a pilot program, with tools designed to improve transparency while preserving lawful cross-border transfers.

Key Developments

• Enhanced Oversight: Money services businesses (MSBs) are facing tighter compliance checks, audits, and reporting requirements.

• Geographic Targeting Orders (GTOs): Lower reporting thresholds expand transaction-level visibility in high-risk areas.

• Fraud Prevention Focus: The initiative targets misuse of public funds and illicit flows without banning legitimate remittances.

• Pilot Program: Minnesota serves as a test case to assess effectiveness before any broader rollout.

• Regulatory Signal: Enforcement emphasizes proof of origin and lawful use, not blanket restrictions.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

• Legitimacy Premium: Tighter compliance strengthens confidence in currencies moving through regulated channels, supporting acceptance and settlement abroad.

• Transparency Over Prohibition: Lawful foreign currency transfers remain permitted; the emphasis is on documentation and traceability.

• Reduced Disruption Risk: Clear rules lower the odds of sudden freezes or reversals for compliant holders during enforcement cycles.

• FX Market Confidence: Enhanced AML/KYC alignment reduces reputational risk, aiding correspondent banking and cross-border liquidity.

• Watch for Expansion: If the pilot extends nationally, documentation standards could become uniform—benefiting compliant holders while pressuring opaque flows.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1 – Rule of Law: Consistent enforcement and verifiable origins underpin trust in cross-border value exchange.

Pillar 2 – Clean Settlement Rails: Transparent MSB operations support modern payment systems and reduce friction in FX settlement.

Key Takeaway

These reforms reflect process-driven financial tightening aimed at compliance and fraud prevention, not restricting legitimate currency movement. For foreign currency holders, documentation and lawful channels are the advantage—they preserve access, stability, and recognition as standards rise.

This is not restriction — it’s preparation for a compliant global system.  

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• U.S. Department of the Treasury — Press Release

• Reuters — “Bessent says overseas money transfers are fine if people can prove origin of funds”

• CBS Minnesota — Treasury Secretary Bessent Minnesota fraud crackdown

• Bloomberg — Bessent ramps up Minnesota scrutiny with money services probe

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AIRSTRIKES NEAR IRAQ–SYRIA BORDER — Coalition Operations Target ISIS and Militant Cells
Explosions near the frontier signal continued pressure on extremist strongholds and regional instability

Overview

• U.S. and coalition forces have reported multiple airstrikes targeting Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL/ISIS) positions in both Syria and Iraq, including areas near the border region.

• These operations are part of ongoing counter-terror campaigns designed to degrade remaining extremist capabilities and limit their ability to project violence across the frontier.

• Strikes involved fighter jets, attack aircraft, bombers, and remotely piloted systems hitting tactical units, infrastructure, vehicles, and command positions.

• The missions are conducted under Operation Inherent Resolve, the long-running anti-ISIS coalition effort involving the U.S. and partner nations. 

Key Developments

• Syria Airstrikes: Multiple engagements destroyed ISIS tactical units, fighting positions, buildings, and a mobile oil drilling rig near Hasakah and Kobani, disrupting militant logistics.

• Iraq Strikes: Coalition strikes targeted ISIL units, checkpoints, vehicles, and bunkers near Rutbah, Beiji, Tal Afar, Sinjar, and near Kirkuk, degrading terror infrastructure.

• Coordination With Iraqi Forces: Many of the Iraqi actions were approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense, reflecting cooperation against shared threats.

• These airstrikes come amid ongoing security concerns along the long and porous Iraq–Syria border, a historic corridor for militants and smuggling networks.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency & Markets

• Risk Pricing in Oil & FX: Renewed military activity near a major oil-producing region keeps risk premia elevated in commodities and currencies tied to Middle East stability.

• Capital Flows & Safe Havens: Heightened geopolitical risk tends to strengthen safe-haven assets and may widen spreads on regional sovereign credit.

• Trade & Supply Disruption Risk: Extended unrest can affect logistics and insurance costs for goods moving through nearby export corridors.

• Investor Confidence: Persistent conflict discourages inward investment and heightens volatility in markets sensitive to geopolitical stress.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1 – Security & Financial Stability: Persistent conflict highlights the role of security in underpinning economic confidence and currency stability.

Pillar 2 – Risk and Liquidity Flows: Geopolitical shocks influence liquidity allocations, reserve strategies, and risk-off behavior in global asset markets.

Key Takeaway

The latest airstrikes near the Iraq–Syria border illustrate that military pressure on extremist cells remains a priority even as the region transitions from territorial ISIS control to insurgent activity. These operations sustain operational risk in nearby markets and underscore how security dynamics directly intertwine with currency, trade, and investor confidence.

This is not just conflict — it’s the security layer beneath global markets.  

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Coalition airstrikes continue against ISIL in Syria and Iraq — U.S. Department of War (Operation Inherent Resolve)

• British and French warplanes strike suspected IS weapons facility in Syria — AP News

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News, Rumors and Opinions Saturday 1-10-2026

Jon Dowling: New Year 2026 Weekly Wrap up and Latest RV Updates

1-10-2026

The latest Weekly RV Report, dated January 9th, 2026, offers a compelling analysis of the current global economic and geopolitical climate, shedding light on key developments that are poised to reshape energy markets, currency valuations, and international relations.

As we navigate these complex changes, several nations have emerged as crucial players in the evolving landscape, including Iraq, Vietnam, Venezuela, Iran, and the United States.

One of the most significant highlights of the report is Iraq’s ascension as an emerging oil powerhouse. Projections indicate that Iraq is on track to become one of the top four oil producers in the Middle East, a development that is expected to have far-reaching implications for global energy markets.

As Iraq increases its oil production, the United States is likely to benefit from lower energy and food costs, providing a much-needed counterbalance to inflation. This shift has the potential to reshape the global energy landscape, with significant implications for the economies of oil-importing nations.

The report also touches on the development of parallel economic systems, as the United States begins to move away from the private Western central banking system.

This significant shift is expected to be accompanied by potential name changes, reflecting a rebranding of the existing financial infrastructure. As the global economy continues to evolve, the emergence of parallel systems is likely to have a profound impact on the way we conduct financial transactions and store value.

In Asia, Vietnam has emerged as a key player, with the country posting an impressive economic growth rate of 8.02% in 2025. This remarkable performance has been fueled by a combination of natural resources, manufacturing prowess, and a significant influx of companies relocating from China. As Vietnam continues to attract foreign investment and expand its manufacturing base, it is likely to play an increasingly important role in regional trade and commerce.

The report also cautions viewers about potential market volatility in the United States, as the Supreme Court prepares to rule on tariffs connected to President Trump’s economic policies.

An unfavorable ruling has the potential to trigger significant market fluctuations, underscoring the need for investors to remain vigilant and adaptable in the face of changing circumstances.

As the global economy continues to evolve, commodity prices have been on the rise, with silver, gold, and oil all experiencing significant gains.

 Meanwhile, the dollar index has remained relatively stable, although its purchasing power is noted to be diminishing. This trend is likely to have significant implications for investors and consumers alike, as the value of the dollar continues to shift in response to changing economic conditions.

As we navigate these complex and unfolding global transformations, the report encourages viewers to remain vigilant and maintain their faith in the face of uncertainty. With significant changes on the horizon, it is more important than ever to stay informed and adapt to the shifting landscape.

As we move forward into 2026, it is clear that the global economy and geopolitical landscape will continue to undergo significant changes. By staying informed and maintaining a nuanced understanding of these developments, we can better navigate the complex and evolving world we live in.

https://youtu.be/z248O6haIsc

https://dinarchronicles.com/2026/01/10/jon-dowling-new-year-2026-weekly-wrap-up-and-latest-rv-updates/

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Jeff  They do [rate changes] over what is their Sunday morning when all world markets are closed so they don't have a ripple effect with a rate change of that magnitude [3,000% to 4,000% increase] ...That's why they do it that way.

Frank26   Question:  "How closely do you think the VND will follow the IQD?"  I don't know but I'll say this, I think the Vietnamese dong is primed and ready.

Jeff   Question:  "What are we waiting on?" IMO we're waiting on the government to be formed.  The the central bank that could be perceived as a level of stability...The central bank has always said security and political stability are the two critical core components of allowing them to consider reinstating the value of the currency...The formation of the government can go very fast... 

Frank26  There are a lot of things that depend on a new exchange rate especially the concept of going international that's going to get the real effective exchange rate.  What's going to get you to the Real Effective Exchange Rate?  Supply and demand outside [Iraq] borders... 

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What Silver Price Is Telling Us About Market Tightness

Arcadia Economics:  1-10-2026

With the silver, gold, and silver prices rallying into 2026, David Morgan talks about what the market's reaction is telling us about the ongoing silver tightness in the East.

 So to find out more, click to watch the video now!

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Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Saturday Morning 1-10-26

Gold Prices Fell as the Market Awaited US Data and the Dollar Strengthened.

Money and Business  Economy News - Gold prices fell on Friday, pressured by adjustments to a commodity index, anticipation of US jobs data, and a stronger dollar which added downward pressure on prices in the near term.

 Gold fell 0.4 percent to $4,458.10 an ounce in spot trading by 0126 GMT. The precious metal had hit a record high of $4,549.71 on December 26. 

The dollar rose in early Asian trading, as traders awaited the latest U.S. jobs report and a Supreme Court decision on President Donald Trump's use of extraordinary powers to impose tariffs.

 This week marks the start of the annual rebalancing of the Bloomberg Commodity Index, a periodic adjustment of commodity weights to keep the index in line with market conditions, and this is expected to continue to put pressure on the precious metals market.

 According to FedWatch, investors currently expect the Federal Reserve (the US central bank) to cut interest rates at least twice this year. Investors are awaiting non-farm payroll data for clues about the future path of monetary policy.

 Non-yielding assets such as gold typically tend to rise during times of low interest rates and geopolitical or economic turmoil.

 As for other precious metals, silver fell 1.5 percent in spot trading to $75.71 an ounce after hitting an all-time high of $83.62 on December 29.

 Platinum fell 2.9 percent in spot trading to $2,202.50 an ounce after hitting an all-time high of $2,478.50 last Monday.

Palladium fell 2.1 percent to $1,749.25 an ounce   https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=64332

The Dollar Rose Amid Anticipation Of US Data And A Supreme Court Ruling.

Money and Business   Economy News - The dollar rose at the start of Asian trading on Friday as traders awaited a U.S. jobs report and a Supreme Court decision on President Donald Trump’s use of extraordinary powers to impose tariffs.

The dollar index, which measures the performance of the US currency against a basket of six currencies, rose 0.2% to 98.883 and continued its rise for the third day in a row.

The upcoming U.S. non-farm payrolls report for December is expected to clear up much of the data uncertainty that has persisted during the government shutdown, but analysts say the data may not provide enough clues to clarify the future path of interest rates, according to Reuters.

 Weekly unemployment benefit claims data released on Thursday showed a slight increase in claims.

According to the CME FedWatch tool, there is an 89% expectation that the Federal Reserve (the US central bank) will keep interest rates unchanged at its next meeting on January 27 and 28, compared to a 68% expectation a month ago.

The U.S. Supreme Court could issue a ruling later today that would determine whether Trump can invoke the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to impose tariffs without congressional approval, a move that could drastically alter U.S. trade policy and throw into chaos after months of negotiations.

The dollar reached 156.885 yen, little changed after data showed that Japanese household spending unexpectedly increased in November compared to the same month last year, indicating that consumption is accelerating ahead of the Bank of Japan raising interest rates to a 30-year high in December.

The euro held steady at $1.1657 ahead of German trade data and eurozone retail sales figures due later today.

The British pound fell 0.1% to $1.3436, the Australian dollar was steady at $0.6698, and the New Zealand dollar fell 0.1% to $0.5749.    Bitcoin fell 0.2% to $91,002.39, and Ether dropped 0.4% to $3,104.38.  https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=64334

Sudanese Advisor: The Financial Deficit Is Short-Term And Will Not Hinder The Development Process.

Money and Business   Economy News – Baghdad  The Prime Minister's financial advisor, Mazhar Muhammad Salih, confirmed on Saturday that the financial deficit is short-term and will not hinder the development process.

Saleh said, according to the official agency, that “the financial deficit in Iraq is mostly linked to fluctuations in oil prices,” explaining that “investors realize that this deficit does not necessarily reflect institutional weakness, as much as it reflects global market fluctuations beyond national control.”

He added that "this perception becomes more firmly established when the deficit is accompanied by disciplined financing tools, such as issuing domestic bonds and sound management of public spending, which sends a clear message of confidence that the government is able to control the course of public finances and not slide into chronic imbalances."

He explained that “the presence of strong financial institutions, foremost among them the Central Bank of Iraq with its independence under Law No. 56 of 2004, constitutes an important reassuring factor for investors, as it reflects the state’s ability to absorb external financial shocks and maintain monetary stability.”

He pointed out that “despite the financial deficit, a number of investment attractions stand out that enhance investor confidence, foremost among them the low external public debt, which is a rare strength in the surrounding regional countries, as it means that Iraq is not burdened with stifling international obligations, which opens up a wider field for financing investment and future growth.”

He noted that “the relative weight of foreign reserves provides a solid cover for the national currency and gives investors high confidence that financial transfers and capital movements will not face severe restrictions or sudden disruptions,” explaining that “the stability of the exchange rate, even in the presence of a financial deficit, creates a predictable economic environment, which is one of the most important criteria that foreign investors look for when making their long-term decisions.”

He stressed that “the government’s commitment to major strategic projects in the fields of energy and infrastructure, such as the Development Road project, sends a clear positive signal to the investment community that the short-term fiscal deficit will not hinder the development process, nor limit Iraq’s ambitions to achieve sustainable economic growth and prosperity .” https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=64368

Exchange Rates Have Decreased In Local Markets.

Money and Business     Economy News – Baghdad  The markets of the capital Baghdad and the city of Erbil witnessed a decrease in the exchange rate of the US dollar against the Iraqi dinar on Saturday morning, in a decline that is considered the most prominent in recent days.

The Al-Kifah and Al-Harithiya exchanges in Baghdad recorded an exchange rate of 146,800 dinars per 100 dollars, compared to a previous rate of 147,800 dinars last Thursday.

Exchange rates also decreased in local money exchange shops, with the selling price reaching 147,250 dinars, while the buying price reached 146,250 dinars per 100 dollars.   https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=64369

The Iraqi Economy And The Impact Of Oil Rent Shocks And Financial Imbalances On The Sustainability Of Stability And Growth Policies

Dr. Haitham Hamid Mutlaq Al-Mansour    As the new year 2026 begins, the Iraqi economy continues to suffer from accumulated financial imbalances, linked to its chronic structural deficiencies. These imbalances act as a chain reaction, weakening the state's ability to achieve stability and growth.

The financial sector is subject to the same rentier nature each year, which fuels budget allocations and expenditure items. This dependence makes public finances vulnerable to any price decreases or declines in exports, leading to sudden revenue shortfalls that quickly translate into spending pressures.

These pressures can result in delayed payments, project reductions, or increased borrowing. This volatility makes long-term planning difficult and undermines the capacity to develop policies that support stability and growth.

While diversifying income sources beyond oil is a strategic option for mitigating risks, the reality of tax revenues remains far below potential. The tax system does not reflect the size of the economy, the volume of consumption, or imports. It also faces fundamental challenges, primarily the absence of a comprehensive GDP (industrial, agricultural, and tourism), resulting in tax revenue being concentrated on unproductive activities.

While a stable revenue base is not established to ensure the regular funding of essential services and provide the budget with the flexibility to withstand shocks through tax revenues, the state's management has become captive to a single source of rent.

On the expenditure side, the imbalance between current and investment spending is evident, with a large share of the budget allocated to consumption, while investment remains less stable and more susceptible to reduction during any crisis.

The danger of this pattern lies in its consumption of resources without building productive assets and infrastructure that enhance long-term economic capacity.   Furthermore, the inflated size of operational spending has created substantial obligations, reducing the effectiveness of fiscal policy.

When revenues decline, the state cannot reduce operational spending and often resorts to postponing investment, increasing borrowing, or accumulating arrears, which weakens growth and increases economic fragility.

When deficit financing is employed, the problem is exacerbated by the financing mechanisms. While domestic or external borrowing may be necessary in some years to bridge temporary gaps, it raises the cost of debt servicing, squeezes out future budget resources, and may reduce the available space for investment spending and services.

Similarly, the accumulation of arrears, such as contractors' dues or inter-institutional debts, leads to a partial paralysis of the economic cycle.

This is because it delays payments owed to companies, which in turn delays wage payments, purchase payments, or business expansion. The crisis then spills from the state's records into the market and employment.

These imbalances are exacerbated by the inefficiency of public investment management and projects. Problems such as inaccurate planning, inflated costs, delayed implementation, and declining quality all reduce the "productivity of expenditure." This means the state may spend heavily without achieving commensurate results in infrastructure projects like roads, electricity, hospitals, or schools.

When project management is weak, public investment becomes less capable of generating growth and employment, and the perception that spending does not translate into services becomes entrenched. This, in turn, increases political pressure to boost current spending rather than restructuring it to enhance investment.

Therefore, financial imbalances cannot be discussed without addressing the contradictions between the overall economic objectives, the policies adopted, and the implementation procedures, on the one hand, and the external shocks that affect the ability of economic policy to achieve its goals, on the other.

For example, in a fixed exchange rate system, the effectiveness of sterilizing the money supply to stabilize the real exchange rate around its target value has diminished in terms of absorbing the impact of rising inflation and limiting the decline in the real value of the dinar and the purchasing power of individuals.

Inflation has begun to erode welfare, as the impact of the instability of the foreign exchange gap has not been limited to financial activities but has extended to basic consumer sectors, which represent a net import balance. This necessitates monetary policy intervention to achieve the goal of dinar stability.

Since the general budget is financed by the movement of global oil prices and their shocks that reduce oil revenues, the effectiveness of economic policy has also become affected by these fluctuations and shocks. Hence, coordination between the objectives of monetary and fiscal policy is necessary to ensure the sustainability of government support for inflation targeting and maintaining the stability of the dinar's value.

Therefore, any disruption in the dollar market or in financial transfer and compliance channels is reflected in prices and inflation, impacting purchasing power and social stability. When inflation rises or prices fluctuate, demands for salary increases or expanded subsidies intensify, placing renewed pressure on the budget.

The imbalance in the banking system is evident in the large size of the public sector in financial operations. Banking activity plays a limited role in financing the real economy, and due to weak financial intermediation, long-term financing for industrial, agricultural, and service projects remains limited.

This is accompanied by weak financial inclusion and the prevalence of cash transactions, which reduces the effectiveness of fiscal and monetary policies, as well as oversight and collection processes.  This, in turn, weakens the decision-maker's ability to build an economic database that supports planning and revenue collection.

In such an environment, the private sector becomes more fragile, while government activity continues as the largest financier and operator of the banking sector, increasing pressure on the budget instead of alleviating it through diversification by the private sector.

   Not far removed from this situation are corruption, the squandering of public funds, and tax evasion, representing a continuous leakage of resources and a weakening of trust and commitment. Corruption increases contract costs, distorts spending priorities, and reduces the quality of implementation. Tax evasion and manipulation at various stages of collection or in certain commercial outlets lead to direct revenue losses.

When trust in institutions declines, society's willingness to accept necessary reforms, such as broadening the tax base, restructuring subsidies, or improving tax collection, weakens. This traps the state in a vicious cycle of incomplete reforms, limited results, and increased resistance to reform.

In conclusion, Iraq's financial imbalances stem from the rentier nature and volatility of its revenues, the inflation of current spending compared to weak and ineffective investment, and the lack of sustainable economic stability due to its dependence on and vulnerability to fluctuations in oil production.

 Furthermore, the banking system's limited role in financing private sector activity and the economy's sensitivity to foreign exchange rate volatility exacerbate these problems.

Therefore, crucial financial solutions include administrative reforms to consumer and investment spending, linking employment to productivity, improving project management through transparent contracting, oversight, and evaluation standards, and restructuring the banking sector, promoting financial inclusion, and linking it to productive financing.

Additionally, reforming service sectors such as electricity, water, and telecommunications, reorganizing revenue collection, and reducing leakage are essential.

This comprehensive package can transform public funds from a tool for crisis management into a tool for building a more diversified economy.

Therefore, in short, it is impossible to achieve financial and economic stability and growth without addressing aggregate supply imbalances, sustaining government support for the fixed exchange rate system, stimulating the market, and reducing dependence on imports by diversifying non-oil GDP sources.

 In reality, these are policies that are still within the scope of long-term planning and the challenges of the chronic structural imbalance of the Iraqi economy, which require well-established structural policies and treatments.  https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=64293

Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Saturday Morning 1-10-26

Good Morning Dinar Recaps,

BANKING SECTOR CLEANUP — Laying the Groundwork for a Stable Revaluation
Before currencies reset, institutions must be law-abiding, transparent, and solvent

Overview

Governments and regulators worldwide are intensifying audits, compliance enforcement, and anti-corruption measures across banks and financial institutions. This includes stricter AML/KYC rules, balance-sheet cleanups, removal of bad actors, and alignment with international banking standards.

The central idea: a revaluation (RV) cannot occur in a broken system. Clean books, lawful controls, and transparent settlement mechanisms are prerequisites. Corruption, hidden liabilities, and weak controls distort exchange rates, block cross-border settlements, and undermine trust, making any RV unstable or short-lived.

Key Developments

• Clean Ledgers First: Illicit funds, fake balances, and legacy fraud are being identified and removed to ensure credible currency adjustments.

• Rule of Law Reinforced: Strong enforcement restores confidence in banks’ ability to handle new or adjusted currency values.

• Settlement System Readiness: Modernized banking infrastructure and real-time clearing systems are being prioritized for lawful international transactions post-RV.

• Scam Reduction: Tightened controls reduce the risk of exploitation during periods of monetary transition.

• Global Confidence: Foreign exchange markets require transparency and reliable reporting before recognizing higher or adjusted currency values.

Why It Matters to Currency Holders

• Foundation Before Revaluation: Without clean and compliant banks, any RV is vulnerable to failure or reversal.

• Investor and Market Confidence: Rule-of-law enforcement reassures global markets, encouraging participation in new currency frameworks.

• Risk Mitigation: Scam and fraud reduction prevents value leakage and protects holders during transition.

• Liquidity Assurance: Transparent settlement and clean balance sheets enable efficient cross-border transfers.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1 – Structural Integrity: Banks must have lawful, audited, and transparent operations to support credible currency adjustments.

Pillar 2 – Trust as Currency: Confidence in banking systems underpins stable FX rates and smooth international settlements, essential for a multipolar financial order.

Key Takeaway

A currency revaluation is not a matter of hype—it is a function of system integrity. Banking cleanup is a critical prerequisite. Only after institutions are fully compliant, transparent, and secure can sustainable value emerge and be globally recognized.

This is not just a function of system integrity — it’s global finance restructuring before our eyes.

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• IMF — Financial Sector Assessment Programs (FSAP)

• BIS — Global Liquidity & Banking Stability

• World Bank — Financial Consumer Protection & Anti-Corruption

• FATF — AML/CFT Standards

• OECD — Banking Sector Integrity and Governance

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BEFORE THE “GREEN LIGHT” — What Must Be Completed for a Stable Revaluation
Revaluation readiness is about structure, law, and technical integrity, not timing

Overview

A currency revaluation or major rate adjustment is the final step in a multi-layered process. The “green light” is granted only after structural, legal, and technical requirements are fully satisfied. Attempting a reset prematurely risks instability, reversals, freezes, and financial losses. Governments and institutions act last—after safeguards are fully in place.

Key Developments

• Final Ledger Reconciliation: All sovereign, central bank, and commercial bank accounts must be audited, reconciled, and cleared of false balances and legacy fraud.

• Legal & Regulatory Alignment: Banking laws, enforcement authority, and compliance frameworks must be fully active, protecting the reset from legal disputes.

• Settlement System Readiness: Payment rails, cross-border settlement, and liquidity channels must function cleanly at scale without manual intervention.

• Risk & Contagion Controls: Firewalls and safeguards must prevent bank runs, FX shockwaves, or arbitrage exploitation during rate adjustments.

• International Coordination: Major trading partners, clearing hubs, and reserve institutions must recognize and honor adjusted values simultaneously.

• Scam & Exploitation Suppression: Active takedowns, account freezes, and public warnings must reduce retail exposure prior to any public announcement.

Why It Matters to Currency Holders

• Readiness Over Hype: Attempting a reset before structural readiness invites chaos and rapid loss of value.

• Confidence is Key: Markets and investors require assurance that all legal, operational, and technical layers are functioning.

• Cross-Border Stability: International recognition ensures that adjusted values are honored globally, avoiding arbitrage or disputes.

• Risk Mitigation: Prevents sudden shocks, runs, and exploitative behavior that could undermine long-term currency stability.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1 – Structural Integrity: Audited ledgers, operational payment systems, and legal enforcement form the backbone of a sustainable currency adjustment.

Pillar 2 – Coordinated Confidence: Simultaneous recognition and compliance across global markets and institutions are essential to prevent fragmentation and loss of trust.

Key Takeaway

The “green light” is not about speed or hype—it is about absolute readiness. Enforcement, systems, and market confidence must align perfectly. Any leaks, noise, or premature speculation are signals that the process is not yet complete. A successful revaluation follows structure, law, and system integrity—not shortcuts.

The “green light” is not about speed — it’s global finance restructuring before our eyes.

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• IMF — Currency Regimes & Financial Stability

• BIS — Principles for Financial Market Infrastructures

• World Bank — Financial Sector Reform & Stability

• FATF — System Integrity & Risk Controls

• OECD — Financial Market Infrastructure and Resilience

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Supreme Court Tariff Test — Markets Brace for a Trade Power Reset
Executive authority, import costs, and global market confidence hang in the balance

Overview

• The U.S. Supreme Court is weighing whether a president can impose sweeping tariffs under emergency powers, a decision that could reshape trade policy, fiscal revenue, and market pricing.

• The case centers on tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), a law that does not explicitly authorize tariffs.

• Markets are positioning ahead of the ruling, with volatility concentrated in import-heavy sectors, currencies, and rates.

Key Developments

• Legal Question: Whether IEEPA grants authority for broad, global tariffs without congressional approval.

• Scope: The challenged tariffs affected a wide range of imports and generated substantial federal revenue.

• Status: The Court has delayed a decision; the ruling remains pending after oral arguments signaled skepticism from some justices.

• Market Sensitivity: Investors are hedging for sharp moves depending on whether tariffs are struck down, upheld, or narrowed.

Why It Matters
The ruling will define the boundary between executive power and congressional authority in trade, directly impacting prices, margins, fiscal balances, and policy predictability—all critical inputs for global capital allocation.

Market & Asset Implications (By Outcome)

• If Tariffs Are Struck Down:

• Equities: Relief rally likely for retailers, consumer goods, autos, and electronics as input costs fall.

• Inflation: Downward pressure on goods prices; easing expectations could support risk assets.

• Fiscal: Loss of tariff revenue may widen deficits, influencing Treasury issuance and yields.

• Trade: Improved supply-chain flow and reduced friction support global growth sentiment.

• If Tariffs Are Upheld:

• Equities: Import-dependent sectors remain pressured; selective beneficiaries in protected industries.

• Inflation: Persistent cost pressures keep goods inflation elevated.

• Policy Risk: Precedent expands executive latitude, increasing long-term trade uncertainty.

• If the Court Issues a Partial Ruling:

• Volatility: Sector-specific swings as some duties fall while others persist.

• Complexity: Unclear refund eligibility and compliance timelines prolong uncertainty.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar 1 – Rule of Law: Clear limits on emergency powers restore confidence in predictable trade governance.

• Pillar 2 – Market Signaling: The decision recalibrates inflation paths, earnings expectations, and capital flows across borders.

Bottom Line
This case is not just about tariffs—it’s about how trade policy is made, how predictable it is, and how markets price risk. The outcome will ripple through equities, bonds, currencies, and global trade relationships.

This is not just trade law — it’s global market structure under review.

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Reuters – “Market risk mounts as Supreme Court weighs Trump’s emergency tariff powers”

• Reuters – “Supreme Court set to issue rulings as Trump awaits fate of tariffs”

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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:
• Verifiable developments • Institutional evidence
• 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.

Protect your identity. Organize your documents.    Verify everything.
Never hand your discernment to anyone who cannot show proof.

You deserve truth — not timelines.

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Friday Evening 1-9-26

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RESERVES UPENDED — Gold Becomes Central Banks’ Favorite Asset
Central banks pivoting away from U.S. debt reshapes financial hierarchy

Overview

Gold has overtaken U.S. Treasuries as the most‑held foreign reserve asset among global central banks, reaching historic levels of accumulation. This milestone reflects both soaring bullion prices and aggressive official buying as nations diversify away from sovereign debt amid geopolitical and monetary uncertainty. Central bank gold holdings now rival or exceed Treasury holdings for the first time in decades, underscoring a structural shift in reserve strategy and confidence in traditional fiat assets. 

Key Developments

• Central banks worldwide have driven gold holdings to roughly $4 trillion in value, surpassing the approximate $3.9 trillion in U.S. Treasury securities held by official institutions. 

• Gold’s rise has been fueled by record prices and sustained purchases, with over 1,000 tonnes added to official reserves for multiple consecutive years, a rare event in modern financial history. 

• The rally has been supported by broader geopolitical risk, inflation concerns, and questions about the long‑term stability of sovereign debt, particularly that of the United States.

• Experts point to diversification motives and safe‑haven demand as central banks hedge against fiscal pressures, currency risk, and the weaponization of financial systems.

Why It Matters to Currency Holders

• Dollar Dominance Eroding: The shift away from U.S. government securities as the top reserve asset signals waning confidence in dollar‑centric asset allocation.

• Safe‑Haven Priority: Central banks favor bullion for its ability to preserve value and withstand sanctions or credit risk.

• Risk Perception: Rising uncertainty in debt markets and fiscal outlooks boosts demand for real assets, influencing currency strategies.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1 – Reserve Asset Reconfiguration
Gold’s elevation marks a foundational shift in how nations manage reserves and hedges against systemic risk.

Pillar 2 – Monetary Diversification
Reduced reliance on a single sovereign debt instrument points toward a multipolar reserve landscape, creating space for alternative benchmarks or basket currencies.

Key Takeaway

Gold’s ascent beyond U.S. Treasuries as the primary reserve holding is more than symbolic — it reflects central banks’ strategic recalibration amid fiscal uncertainty and geopolitical risk. While the dollar remains dominant overall, this structural move underscores growing diversification and signals deeper change ahead in global financial architecture.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Gold Tops Treasuries as World’s Biggest Foreign Reserve Asset — Gold Eagle

• Central Banks Hold More Gold Than U.S. Treasuries — 5Paisa

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PRECIOUS METALS STORM — Index Rebalancing Sparks Bullion Volatility
Forced selling triggers short‑term pressure amid broader upward trend

Overview

Gold and silver markets are facing heightened volatility as major commodity indexes undergo their annual rebalancing, forcing significant bullion sales to realign weightings after massive price gains in 2025. Analysts estimate that billions of dollars in precious metals futures will be sold across rebalancing windows, creating short‑term downward pressure on prices even as underlying demand remains strong.

Key Developments

• Major benchmark index funds, including the Bloomberg Commodity Index and the S&P Goldman Sachs Commodity Index, are executing annual adjustments that reduce the weighting of gold and silver after their historic rallies. 

• These rebalancing trades are expected to force billions in liquidations, with silver facing particularly heavy outflows relative to open interest and liquidity.

• Prices have already responded, with both metals experiencing pullbacks from late‑cycle highs reached in 2025. 

• Market commentators note that while technical selling dominates short‑term price action, fundamental drivers — such as safe‑haven flows, central bank purchases, and supply constraints — remain intact. 

Why It Matters to Currency Holders

• Price Signals & Hedging: Bullion price swings affect hedge effectiveness and portfolio exposure to inflation or currency risk.

• Liquidity Stress Test: Forced selling highlights market depth and liquidity resilience under stress.

• Macro Sentiment Gauge: Precious metals volatility is a bellwether for risk tolerance and economic uncertainty.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1 – Market Stress Dynamics
Index rebalancing offers a real‑time test of asset demand under mechanical selling pressures, revealing the structural strength of non‑sovereign hedges.

Pillar 2 – Balancing Institutional and Official Demand
The tug‑of‑war between technical selling and strategic accumulation illustrates evolving preferences in global asset allocation, shaping reserve strategies and valuation benchmarks.

Key Takeaway

Annual index rebalancing may force short‑term price corrections, but broader demand drivers and structural shifts suggest precious metals remain central in risk mitigation and reserve strategy. How these markets absorb rebalancing pressures will inform confidence in metals’ roles within the emerging financial order.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Gold and Silver under scrutiny as index changes spark wave of bullion sales — Financial Times

• Gold, Silver Risk Big Swings as Indexes Rebalance — Barron’s

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BRICS FAULT LINES — INDIA DRAWS A NAVAL RED LINE
Why New Delhi skipped the drill — and what it signals about BRICS security limits

Overview

• India declined participation in a major BRICS naval exercise hosted by South Africa, despite being formally invited.

• The drill brought together China, Russia, Iran, and South Africa, highlighting a growing security divergence within BRICS.

• India’s absence reflects persistent India–China tensions, especially along the Line of Actual Control.

• The move underscores that BRICS unity remains economic, not military.

Key Developments

• The naval exercise off South Africa’s coast included heavy military assets, such as Russian destroyers, Chinese guided-missile ships, Iranian frigates, and South African patrol vessels.

• India deliberately chose not to attend, with officials confirming the decision was political rather than logistical.

• Analysts noted that India is increasingly cautious about joint military activities where China plays a leading role, even within multilateral frameworks.

• Despite limited diplomatic thawing following recent high-level meetings, defense cooperation between India and China remains restricted.

• In contrast, India has expanded its maritime leadership elsewhere, including heading training roles within the Combined Maritime Force, a Western-aligned coalition.

Why It Matters to Currency Holders

Geopolitical alignment — especially among major emerging economies — directly affects confidence in trade, settlement systems, and long-term currency strategy.

• BRICS Is Not a Unified Security Bloc: Military fragmentation limits BRICS’ ability to act as a cohesive alternative to Western power structures.

• Risk Premiums Remain Elevated: Persistent India–China tensions keep uncertainty embedded in regional trade and investment flows.

• Selective Alliances Shape Capital Flows: India’s preference for Western-linked maritime coalitions reinforces existing global financial corridors.

• Stability Over Symbolism: Currency confidence favors predictable alliances over headline-driven multilateral optics.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1 – Fragmentation Inside Multipolar Blocs
Economic cooperation can advance without parallel military unity, slowing the pace of systemic realignment.

Pillar 2 – Security Still Anchors Currency Trust
Unresolved border disputes and strategic mistrust constrain deeper monetary and trade integration.

Key Takeaway

India’s absence from the BRICS naval drill was not an oversight — it was a strategic signal. While BRICS continues to expand economically, security cooperation remains constrained by unresolved rivalries, particularly between India and China. Until those fault lines ease, BRICS will remain a financial forum, not a unified power bloc.

This is not just diplomacy — it’s the structural limit of multipolar alignment in real time.

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Watcher.Guru — “India Skips BRICS Naval Drill as China Tensions Escalate”

• AfricaNews — “Chinese and Iranian Warships Arrive in South Africa for BRICS Naval Exercises”

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DIPLOMACY BY DIAL TONE — How One Missed Call Derailed the India–U.S. Trade Deal
When personal politics replaced policy, tariffs did the talking

Overview

• A near-final India–U.S. trade agreement collapsed not over substance, but over a missed leader-level phone call.

• U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick stated the deal was “all set up”, awaiting a call from Prime Minister Narendra Modi that never came.

• The breakdown triggered punitive U.S. tariffs, escalating economic pressure on India.

• Markets reacted sharply, with the Indian rupee hitting record lows.

Key Developments

• Lutnick revealed that negotiations stalled because Modi did not personally call President Donald Trump to finalize the agreement.

• He stated New Delhi was uncomfortable initiating the call, despite the deal being structurally complete.

• Following the collapse, Trump doubled tariffs on Indian goods to 50%, the highest imposed on any U.S. trading partner.

• A 25% tariff component was explicitly tied to India’s continued purchases of Russian oil, linking trade penalties to geopolitical alignment.

• Trump has since warned of further tariff increases unless India reduces Russian energy imports.

• Indian officials declined public comment, while privately acknowledging concerns about political exposure from one-sided diplomacy.

Why It Matters to Currency Holders

Trade negotiations between major economies directly influence capital flows, currency stability, and investor confidence.

• Tariffs as Shock Weapons: Sudden trade penalties inject volatility into currencies and equity markets.

• Rupee Vulnerability: Escalating tariffs and uncertainty accelerated downward pressure on India’s currency.

• Geopolitics Over Economics: Trade policy is now openly leveraged to force geopolitical alignment.

• Confidence Breakdown: Markets price predictability — personal diplomacy increases risk premiums.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1 – Weaponized Trade Policy
Tariffs are no longer defensive tools; they are instruments of geopolitical enforcement.

Pillar 2 – Fragility of Personalized Diplomacy
When agreements depend on leader chemistry instead of institutional process, systemic reliability weakens.

Key Takeaway

The stalled India–U.S. trade deal was not undone by tariffs, technicalities, or negotiators — it was undone by silence. As diplomacy becomes increasingly personalized, symbolic gestures now carry real economic consequences. In this environment, missed signals can trigger market shocks, currency stress, and long-term strategic drift.

This is not just a trade dispute — it is a warning about how fragile modern diplomacy has become.

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Modern Diplomacy — “A Call That Never Came: How a Modi-Trump Snub Stalled the India-U.S. Trade Deal”

• Reuters — India‑US trade deal stalled after Modi did not call Trump, Lutnick says

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