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News, Rumors and Opinions Tuesday 5-26-2026

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Clare: Tartus port exports its first "transit" sulfur shipment from Iraq

5/26/2026 Damascus - Al-Sa'a Network

On Tuesday, the port of Tartus witnessed the export of the first "transit" sulfur ship loaded with about 10,000 tons, coming from Iraq via Jordan, in a step that reflects the growing transit movement through Syrian ports.

The port authority stated in a statement followed by Al-Sa’a Network that “this shipment is the first of its kind for Iraqi sulfur to arrive via Jordan at the port of Tartus in preparation for exporting it by sea, which demonstrates the growing confidence in the port as a pivotal logistics center on the Mediterranean.”

KTFA:

Clare: Tartus port exports its first "transit" sulfur shipment from Iraq

5/26/2026 Damascus - Al-Sa'a Network

The statement added that "the total quantity planned for export through the port is about one million tons, which will contribute to enhancing trade activity and regional transit traffic during the coming period." LINK

Clare: Government advisor: Joining the International Maritime Organization agreement enhances investor confidence in Iraqi ports.

5/26/2026 Baghdad (INA) – Amna Al-Salami –

The Prime Minister's Financial Advisor, Mazhar Muhammad Saleh, affirmed on Tuesday that Iraq's accession to the Convention Establishing the International Maritime Aid Organization (IMAO) enhances investor confidence in Iraqi ports and reduces transportation costs. He pointed out that joining the international organization supports the development of the Faw Port and the diversification of the Iraqi economy.

Saleh told the Iraqi News Agency (INA) that "this accession is not merely a technical or regulatory procedure, but carries significant economic and strategic dimensions that will contribute to modernizing the Iraqi maritime navigation system and raising the efficiency of port and waterway management according to modern international standards. This complements the Faw Port strategy and its importance in the future economic geography of Iraq with the world."

He added that "joining the ICC will contribute to enhancing maritime safety, reducing risks and accidents, and improving the movement of commercial vessels in Iraqi ports, which will positively impact the flow of trade and reduce transportation costs and delays." He pointed out that "adopting international standards for pilotage and navigational aids will increase the confidence of international shipping and investment companies in Iraqi ports, giving Iraq a greater opportunity to attract logistical and commercial investments, especially with the major strategic projects Iraq is working on, most notably the Development Road project."

Saleh explained that "developing the maritime and port sector will contribute to boosting non-oil revenues by increasing port fees, logistics services, and maritime transport, thus supporting the state's drive towards economic diversification and reducing dependence on rentier resources." He indicated that "joining the ICC allows Iraq to benefit from international expertise and technical training and development programs, which will help build specialized national cadres capable of managing a modern and advanced maritime sector."
He emphasized that "this step represents a positive indicator of Iraq's move towards openness with specialized international institutions and organizations and working to build advanced maritime infrastructure that keeps pace with the requirements of the global economy and international trade."

He explained that the International Association of Lighthouse Authorities (IALA) was founded in 1957 as a non-governmental technical organization concerned with developing pilotage and navigational aid systems and standardizing maritime safety standards worldwide, before officially becoming an intergovernmental organization on August 22, 2024, following the entry into force of its convention.

The Cabinet had previously approved a draft law for Iraq's accession to the Convention Establishing the International Association of Lighthouse Authorities and referred it to the Council of Representatives. LINK

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Sandy Ingram The Development Road Project... which is the transportation corridor that will carry cargo and people from the Grand Port of Fa in southern Iraq near Basra to the Turkish border...will reduce unemployment, improve finances and will provide a consistent $4+ billion in annual revenue. It will automatically boost Iraq's GDP.Will this change the IQD exchange rate? Will there be a currency adjustment? Probably...This new corridor will...connect the Gulf states, Turkey and Europe. This is major.

Jeff Does Iraq have to have a fully completed formed cabinet to change the rate? Possibly. It could be perceived as a level of stability in this.

Reset Intelligence $1B to $3B a year. That's the fuel-oil smuggling economy built on top of the missing HCL. PMF brigades control 70+ oil fields across Nineveh and Salah al-Din. Iranian crude laundered as Iraqi product, sold into Asian markets...Petraeus walked into [Baghdad] 10 days ago with a plan to force the HCL that has been stuck in parliament for 19 years...It does not wait through June...Things are definitely heating up.

Militia Man We're watching history unfold...Over the last 24 hours Iraq has shown remarkable web of coordinated progress... There are a lot of things taking place...It isn't just about Iraq but yet it is about Iraq...Al-Zaidi is not waiting around. He's been executing with a purpose... The convergences we've followed for years are no longer separate threads ...We're in one of the most exciting and important windows I think we've ever seen.

The New Fed Chair's Plan To Reset The Entire Money System — Nobody Is Talking About This!

5-25-2026

The New Fed Chair's Plan To Reset The Entire Money System — Nobody Is Talking About This! New Fed Chair Kevin Warsh, confirmed 54-45 on May 13, 2026, holds a plan never attempted in modern monetary history.

The Federal Reserve balance sheet sits at $6.5 trillion — more than seven times its $900 billion pre-2008 level. Warsh wants to run quantitative tightening — shrinking that $6.5 trillion aggressively — while simultaneously cutting interest rates.

This combination, called QT-for-Cuts, has never been tried by any Fed Chair before. His first FOMC meeting falls on June 16th, 2026.

The vote was 8-4, the most divided in Federal Reserve history. CME FedWatch shows 62% odds of zero cuts in all of 2026. Rate hike odds sit at 39%.

Fiscal Frontier breaks down exactly what Warsh's unprecedented money system reset means for your mortgage, savings, 401k, and the US dollar globally.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yzPjiB0xwvU

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Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Tuesday Morning 5-26-26

Iraq In 2026: Will US Pressure Lead To Genuine Reform Or Wider Economic Paralysis?

May 24, 2026 Al-Mustaqilla - Iraq enters 2026 under unprecedented financial and banking pressure, with escalating US restrictions on dollar movement, expanding sanctions related to financial and commercial networks, and growing concern within the market about the impact of this on banks, transfers, the exchange rate, and citizens' confidence in the financial system.

Iraq In 2026: Will US Pressure Lead To Genuine Reform Or Wider Economic Paralysis?

The crisis is no longer confined to the price of the dollar in the parallel market, but has turned into a broader question concerning the future of the entire Iraqi economy:

Will American pressure push Baghdad towards genuine reform in the financial and banking sector, or will it lead to a wider economic paralysis in a country that depends on oil, imports, the dollar, and currency?

The sensitivity of this stage stems from the fact that Iraq possesses large oil revenues and significant financial reserves, but it still suffers from a fragile banking system, weak public confidence in banks, widespread reliance on cash transactions, as well as a private sector with limited capacity for production and export.

The Dollar: From A Monetary Instrument To A Pressure Tactic

Recent developments have shown that the dollar is no longer merely a monetary issue within Iraq, but has become a tool of political and financial pressure in the relationship between Baghdad and Washington.

In April 2026, Iraqi sources told Reuters that the United States had intercepted a shipment of between $450 million and $500 million destined for Iraq, in a move aimed at pressuring the Iraqi government over the activities of Iranian-backed armed groups.

The sources explained that the action targeted paper currency used to meet the demand for dollars for travel, medical treatment, and education, while electronic transfers for trade and imports remained unaffected, according to an economic advisor to the Iraqi government.

This development reveals the deep interdependence between politics and finance in Iraq. The dollar, which enters the country through a complex system linked to oil revenues and accounts at the Federal Reserve in New York, is no longer guaranteed to flow in the traditional way if political or security disputes escalate between Baghdad and Washington.

Hence, the question becomes more serious:

What happens to a market that depends on the dollar for cash, trade, and transfers if currency shipments and transfers become a tool conditioned on the political and security behavior of the Iraqi government?

Banks Between Compliance And Isolation

In recent years, several Iraqi banks have faced restrictions on dollar transactions as part of declared US and Iraqi efforts to combat money laundering and currency smuggling. Reuters reported in February 2025 that the Central Bank of Iraq was moving to bar five more banks from dealing in dollars after meetings with officials from the US Treasury Department and the Federal Reserve, following a ban on eight banks in 2024.

This path has practically led to a sorting out within the Iraqi banking sector: banks that are able to comply with the requirements of foreign transfers and deal with the international financial system, and other banks that have become restricted or isolated from the dollar, which weakens their ability to serve traders and importers and reduces market confidence in them.

The result is that the banking sector is no longer a monolith. Some banks are attempting to transition to compliance, governance, and digitalization, while others face the risk of marginalization, mergers, or gradual market exit.

This sorting-out may be the beginning of a necessary reform, but it also carries the risk of market disruption if not managed transparently and gradually.

Washington Expands The Circle Of Pressure

American pressure did not stop at banks and transfers. In May 2026, the US Treasury Department announced sanctions as part of a campaign it called Economic Fury, targeting an Iraqi oil official and leaders linked to Iranian-backed factions. It said that Washington was prepared to take economic measures against entities supporting illicit Iranian trade, including imposing secondary sanctions on foreign financial institutions that facilitate Iran's activities.

This American message adds a new dimension to the crisis; It concerns not only banks, but also networks of finance, oil, trade, and politics.

This means that any Iraqi financial institution, company, or commercial intermediary could find itself under scrutiny if its dealings are linked to entities that Washington considers part of networks circumventing sanctions.

Thus, Iraq moves from the stage of monitoring transfers to a more complex stage, the title of which is:

Who has control over the movement of funds? And who can prove that his trade and transfers do not pass through suspicious channels?

The Central Bank Is Trying To Restructure The Sector.

In contrast, the Central Bank of Iraq is attempting to demonstrate a more rigorous reform path. It has launched reform pathways for banks based on options of survival, merger, or exit from the market, within a program that includes requirements related to capital, liquidity, ownership disclosure, governance, and compliance.

Central Bank documents on reform pathways show that banks that choose to remain are required to reach a paid-up capital of 400 billion dinars, comply with liquidity ratios, and provide full disclosure of shareholders and related parties, with the interim evaluation processes to begin in the first half of 2026 and extend over several cycles the end of 2028.

Another path allows banks to merge into stronger entities, while a third path involves an ordered exit or liquidation for those unable to meet reform requirements. The documents confirm that the central bank can redirect banks failing to meet the requirements toward alternative paths, including mergers or exits.

On paper, this plan appears to be an attempt to reform a banking sector that is bloated in terms of numbers and functional weaknesses.

However, it raises a crucial question:

Do Iraqi banks possess the financial, administrative, and technical capacity to meet these standards? Or will the reform lead to the collapse of weaker banks, creating further market instability?

A Cash Economy Resists Reform

The deeper problem is that Iraq suffers not only from weak banks, but also from a widespread cash economy. Citizens and merchants still keep a large portion of their money outside the banking system, preferring to deal in cash, especially dollars, due to a lack of trust and fear of sudden restrictions or complicated procedures.

This makes any banking reform run into a harsh reality:

it is not enough to impose standards on banks if the citizen does not trust them, the trader does not find them an easy and quick channel, and the parallel market is still more flexible than the official system.

Therefore, true reform does not simply mean closing down non-compliant banks, raising capital requirements, or tightening controls on transfers. Reform means building renewed trust between citizens and banks, between merchants and the financial system, and between Iraq and international institutions.

The Broader Economic Risk

If American pressure succeeds in pushing Iraq to reform its financial system, the medium-term outcome could be positive: fewer and stronger banks, more transparent transfers, a decline in the use of fictitious invoices, and a gradual improvement in investor confidence.

But the other scenario is equally plausible. If the pressures escalate into increasing restrictions without effective domestic alternatives, Iraq could face broader economic paralysis. Disruptions to remittances, traders' fear of banks, a widening gap between the official and parallel exchange rates, and the continuation of sanctions are all factors that could put pressure on imports, prices, and investment.

The most serious issue is that Iraq is a country that relies on imports to meet most of its consumer and production needs. Any disruption in financing foreign trade could quickly translate into price pressures, and then into social unrest, especially given that millions of citizens depend on government salaries and fixed incomes.

The Government Faces A Difficult Equation

The Iraqi government finds itself facing a delicate equation:

it must reassure Washington about combating money laundering and adhering to sanctions, reassure the domestic market that the dollar will not turn into an open crisis, convince the banks of the feasibility of reform, and convince citizens that their money is safer inside the banking system than outside of it.

This is not just a technical matter, but also a political one.

American pressure on the dollar and banks is linked to issues of Iranian influence, armed factions, and regional politics, while the crisis internally is linked to banking and commercial interests and financial networks that emerged during years of weak oversight.

Therefore, 2026 could be a pivotal year: either Iraq will use external pressure as an opportunity to rebuild its financial system, or the pressure itself will become a paralyzing factor if reform remains partial and the government lacks a clear plan to protect the market and affected classes.

Iraq in 2026 faces more than just a dollar crisis.

It faces a test of the state's ability to transition from a fragile cash economy to a modern financial system, and from banks seeking quick profits in the currency market to banks that finance the economy and adhere to international compliance standards.

American pressure could be an opportunity for genuine reform if accompanied by a clear Iraqi will, transparency in managing the banking sector, protection of legitimate trade, and a plan to restore public confidence.

However, it could turn into broader economic paralysis if measures remain limited to bans, sanctions, and restrictions, without deep internal reform.

The question that will determine the course of the next phase remains:

Can Iraq transform American pressure into genuine banking and economic reform, or will weak confidence, monetary dominance, and the entanglement of politics and money push it towards a wider crisis?

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Tuesday Morning 5-26-26

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Rubio Says Iran Deal Could Take Days as Fresh Strikes Keep Energy Markets on Edge

Ongoing U.S.-Iran negotiations, renewed military operations, and uncertainty surrounding the Strait of Hormuz are intensifying fears of prolonged energy instability and accelerating global discussions about geopolitical realignment and financial restructuring.

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Rubio Says Iran Deal Could Take Days as Fresh Strikes Keep Energy Markets on Edge

Overview

The United States and Iran remain engaged in fragile negotiations aimed at ending months of conflict that have disrupted global energy markets and threatened maritime trade through the Strait of Hormuz. While U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that progress is being made, fresh U.S. military strikes in southern Iran highlight how unstable the situation remains.

At the center of negotiations are several critical issues, including reopening the Strait of Hormuz, managing Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile, releasing frozen Iranian assets, and preventing broader regional escalation involving Israel and Hezbollah.

The outcome of these talks could have major consequences for global oil prices, inflation, supply chains, currency markets, and the evolving multipolar financial system.

Key Developments

1. Rubio Signals Progress but Warns Talks Could Still Take Days

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said negotiations with Iran are advancing but cautioned that no immediate breakthrough should be expected. He stressed that the Strait of Hormuz “must remain open,” signaling Washington’s determination to restore maritime stability regardless of negotiation delays.

The comments suggest the White House is balancing diplomacy with continued military pressure while attempting to calm increasingly volatile energy markets.

2. Fresh U.S. Strikes Increase Pressure During Negotiations

Despite ongoing talks, U.S. forces launched new strikes targeting alleged Iranian military positions and naval mine operations in southern Iran.

Iran later claimed its air defense systems intercepted a hostile stealth drone, further escalating tensions and demonstrating how quickly diplomacy could unravel if either side miscalculates.

The simultaneous use of military force and negotiations reflects the increasingly fragile balance between deterrence and diplomacy.

3. Strait of Hormuz Remains the Core Global Economic Risk

The Strait of Hormuz continues to be the single most important issue in negotiations.

Under normal conditions, the waterway handles roughly 20% of global oil and LNG shipments, making it one of the most strategically important trade corridors in the world.

Shipping activity through the strait has sharply declined since the conflict intensified earlier this year, contributing to higher oil prices, rising transportation costs, and renewed global inflation concerns.

Any long-term disruption could significantly impact global trade flows and economic stability.

4. Iran’s Nuclear Program and Frozen Assets Remain Major Obstacles

Negotiators in Doha reportedly focused on Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile, sanctions relief, and the possible release of frozen Iranian financial assets.

Iran continues insisting its nuclear program is peaceful while resisting demands that could weaken its long-term strategic leverage.

Washington, meanwhile, maintains that preventing Iran from developing nuclear weapons remains a non-negotiable objective.

The unresolved nuclear dispute remains one of the largest barriers to any lasting agreement.

5. Israel-Hezbollah Tensions Threaten Wider Regional Escalation

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced expanded operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon, adding another layer of instability to the region.

Even with ceasefires technically in place, military operations continue across multiple fronts, raising fears that any collapse in U.S.-Iran negotiations could trigger a broader Middle East conflict.

Global markets remain highly sensitive to any sign of escalation.

Why It Matters

The negotiations are no longer just about Iran and the United States. They now directly affect global energy security, inflation trends, trade stability, and confidence in the international financial system.

The Strait of Hormuz serves as a critical artery for global commerce. Continued disruption threatens oil-importing economies across Europe and Asia while placing additional pressure on already fragile supply chains.

The crisis also reflects the growing transition toward a more fragmented and multipolar global order where energy corridors, sanctions, currency systems, and geopolitical alliances are becoming increasingly interconnected.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

For foreign currency holders, prolonged instability in the Middle East could accelerate pressure on the traditional dollar-based global financial system.

Rising oil prices and inflation fears often strengthen short-term demand for the U.S. dollar, but long-term geopolitical fragmentation may encourage countries to expand alternative trade settlement systems outside traditional Western financial networks.

Nations involved in BRICS expansion and regional trade alliances continue exploring local currency settlement mechanisms, commodity-backed agreements, and alternative payment systems designed to reduce exposure to geopolitical sanctions and energy disruptions.

If Hormuz instability continues, global efforts toward financial diversification, de-dollarization discussions, and multipolar trade restructuring could intensify further.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1: Energy Security Is Becoming Central to Global Financial Stability

Control over shipping routes, energy supply chains, and commodity pricing is increasingly shaping geopolitical and financial power structures worldwide.

Pillar 2: Multipolar Financial Systems Continue Expanding

As global conflicts expose vulnerabilities in traditional trade systems, more nations are accelerating efforts to build alternative financial and payment networks independent of Western control.

Pillar 3: Geopolitical Risk Is Reshaping Currency and Commodity Markets

Persistent instability in the Middle East is increasing volatility across oil, currencies, shipping, and global bond markets, reinforcing broader concerns about long-term financial restructuring.

This is not just a regional conflict — it is becoming a major test of global energy security, geopolitical power, and the future direction of the international financial system.

Seeds of Wisdom Team
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Rob Cunningham: XRPL with XRP as the Neutral Bridge Asset

Rob Cunningham: XRPL with XRP as the Neutral Bridge Asset

5-25-2026

Best Positioned: XRP Ledger / XRPL with XRP as the neutral bridge asset.

Why? Because this new architecture is not mainly about “crypto speculation.” It is about regulated interoperability, liquidity, settlement, reconciliation, auditability, and sovereign-friendly value exchange.

Rob Cunningham: XRPL with XRP as the Neutral Bridge Asset

5-25-2026

Best Positioned: XRP Ledger / XRPL with XRP as the neutral bridge asset.

This past week’s 3rd EO (14405) directs federal financial regulators to update rules so digital assets and fintech can integrate into traditional financial services and payment systems, while reviewing barriers around licenses, charters, bank partnerships, and even Federal Reserve payment access.

XRPL fits this moment unusually well:

1. It was built for payments, not memes.
XRPL is optimized for fast, low-cost settlement and cross-currency movement.

2. It has native DEX + auto-bridging.
XRPL can automatically route value through XRP when that produces a cheaper path between currencies or tokens.

3. It is institutionally legible.
Ripple’s payments stack, RLUSD, custody, prime brokerage, and bank/fintech relationships make XRPL more “board defensible” than most chains. Ripple’s cross-border payments material explicitly contrasts legacy correspondent banking capital lockup with real-time blockchain-enabled settlement.

4. It respects sovereign interoperability.
XRPL does not require one global currency, one empire, or one CBDC. It allows many currencies, issuers, jurisdictions, and assets to interoperate through common rails.

5. The EVM sidechain expands developer reach.
XRPL’s EVM sidechain launched on mainnet in 2025, connecting XRPL liquidity with Ethereum-compatible smart contracts and Axelar-based cross-chain access.

For a new monetary architecture built around regulated digital dollars, tokenized assets, cross-border liquidity, instant settlement, public auditability, and mutual-consent interoperability, XRPL is arguably the cleanest fit.

The moneychanger’s table does not flip because one coin “wins.” It flips when opaque toll roads are replaced by open, inspectable, interoperable settlement rails. XRPL was built for that exact job.

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Monday Evening 5-25-26

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High-Stakes Iran Negotiations Focus on Hormuz, Sanctions, and Nuclear Disputes

Fragile diplomatic progress between the United States and Iran is raising hopes for a limited de-escalation agreement that could ease pressure on global energy markets and reduce the risk of a wider regional conflict.

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High-Stakes Iran Negotiations Focus on Hormuz, Sanctions, and Nuclear Disputes

Overview

Iranian officials confirmed that preliminary conclusions have been reached regarding a proposed 14-point memorandum of understanding designed to create a framework for ending the ongoing Middle East conflict and reopening critical global shipping routes.

While negotiators from both sides acknowledge progress, major disagreements remain over Iran’s nuclear program, sanctions relief, military capabilities, and long-term security arrangements in the Strait of Hormuz.

The negotiations are being closely watched by global markets because the conflict has already contributed to:

Rising oil prices
Shipping disruptions
Inflation concerns
Currency volatility
Increased geopolitical instability

Key Developments

1. Strait of Hormuz Remains the Core Negotiation Issue

The central focus of the discussions is the future of the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important energy chokepoints.

According to reports, Iran has agreed in principle to ensure safe transit through the strait in exchange for:

The lifting of the U.S. naval blockade
Easing of sanctions
Release of frozen Iranian assets
Expanded access to oil exports

Because roughly a fifth of global oil and LNG shipments traditionally pass through Hormuz, any agreement affecting the strait could significantly impact global energy markets.

2. Nuclear Program Still a Major Obstacle

Despite reported progress, Iran’s nuclear activities remain one of the largest unresolved issues.

Current discussions reportedly do not yet contain a final commitment regarding:

Uranium enrichment limits
Inspection mechanisms
Nuclear transparency requirements
Long-term verification agreements

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that any temporary agreement would likely create a 60-day negotiation window for resolving the nuclear dispute.

3. Iran Seeks Economic Relief and Security Guarantees

Iranian officials continue demanding:

Broad sanctions relief
Access to frozen financial assets
Freedom to export oil internationally
Reduced military pressure from the United States and its allies

Iran has also insisted that any agreement must preserve what Tehran describes as its “national rights” and strategic deterrence capabilities.

The proposed framework would still require approval from Iran’s Supreme National Security Council and final authorization from Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.

4. Global Markets Remain Sensitive to Negotiation Outcomes

Financial and energy markets remain cautious despite reports of progress.

Oil prices, shipping insurance costs, and global inflation expectations continue reacting to developments surrounding:

Gulf shipping security
Possible sanctions relief
Energy supply disruptions
Regional military escalation risks

Analysts warn that even if a ceasefire framework is reached, restoring full commercial confidence and shipping stability could take years.

Why It Matters

The Iran negotiations are no longer simply a regional diplomatic issue. They now directly influence:

Global energy markets
Inflation trends
Central bank policy
International trade routes
Currency stability
Global financial confidence

The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the most strategically important waterways in the world, making any disruption capable of affecting nearly every major economy.

At the same time, the negotiations reflect a broader transition toward a more fragmented geopolitical and financial environment where military conflict, energy security, and economic policy are increasingly interconnected.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

For foreign currency holders, the outcome of these negotiations could significantly impact global monetary and financial stability.

Energy disruptions tied to Hormuz directly influence:

Inflation rates
Interest rate policy
Currency valuations
Commodity prices
Sovereign debt markets

A prolonged crisis could accelerate efforts by major powers and BRICS-aligned nations to reduce dependence on Western-controlled financial systems and energy settlement mechanisms tied to the U.S. dollar.

Meanwhile, any successful agreement that stabilizes Gulf shipping could temporarily calm markets, strengthen confidence in global trade flows, and reduce pressure on energy-importing economies.

The larger issue is that global financial systems are becoming increasingly vulnerable to geopolitical disruptions, especially around energy infrastructure and strategic trade corridors.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1: Energy Security Is Reshaping Global Finance

The negotiations highlight how energy supply routes are becoming central to global financial stability and geopolitical leverage.

Control over strategic waterways increasingly affects:

Currency strength
Inflation management
Trade balances
Global capital flows

Pillar 2: Multipolar Negotiation Structures Are Emerging

The diplomacy surrounding Iran now involves multiple regional powers including Pakistan, Qatar, China, and Gulf states rather than solely Western-led negotiations.

This reflects the broader emergence of a more multipolar global order where regional powers are playing larger roles in conflict resolution and economic coordination.

Closing Perspective

The Iran negotiations are rapidly evolving into more than a ceasefire discussion — they are becoming a test of how global energy security, geopolitical power, and financial stability will interact in the emerging multipolar era.

Whether the talks succeed or collapse, the crisis has already demonstrated how deeply connected modern financial systems are to strategic trade corridors and geopolitical tensions.

This is not just diplomacy — it is the intersection of energy, currency stability, and the future structure of global power.

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Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Monday Evening 5-25-26

Government Advisor: New Financial Strategy To Raise Non-Oil Revenues To 45%

{Economic: Al-Furat News} The financial advisor to the Prime Minister, Mazhar Muhammad Saleh, revealed that the government is moving towards adopting a new financial strategy aimed at raising the contribution of non-oil revenues in the general budget to 45% by diversifying the economy and reducing dependence on crude oil.

Saleh told Al-Furat News that “Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi, during the historic meeting with the Iraqi financial authority held on May 23, 2026, outlined a firm vision for building the future of public finance in the country,” explaining that “the new beginning came from a fundamental pillar represented by announcing the alternative path for public finance and Iraqi financial policy.”

Government Advisor: New Financial Strategy To Raise Non-Oil Revenues To 45%

He added that “diversifying public revenues and breaking dependence on the single resource of crude oil, and ending the Iraqi economy’s connection to the geopolitical risks of the energy market, has become a necessity that must be achieved,” noting that “the Strait of Hormuz shock has reaffirmed the importance of redrawing future maps by adopting economic and financial diversification.”

Saleh explained that “redesigning Iraq’s vision for the period 2020-2025 should be based on the principle of economic diversification based on a genuine partnership between the state and the productive private sector, while launching a suitable environment for a productive social market economy,” noting that “the plan aims to raise the contribution of non-oil revenues from less than 10% currently to about 45% as a first stage.”

He added that "achieving this percentage requires a fundamental shift in the philosophy of public finance, from merely distributing resources to operating and producing them, through establishing a strong relationship with the market economy based on institutions, efficiency and production."

Saleh pointed out that "the future Iraq must be based on the efficient diversification of budget resources and sources of GDP, in line with the national strategy for developing market forces and the private sector."

Saleh stressed that “transforming the general budget into a development action plan represents an important reform step in managing the national economy, because it moves it from a tool for distributing expenditures to a tool for directing development and achieving the state’s strategic goals.”

He added that "previous budgets were linked to operational spending, especially salaries and subsidies, which made the margin for developmental investment limited, while the new approach means moving to a model that relies on advance planning, setting priorities and measuring results."

Saleh continued, "This transformation requires a change in the philosophy of the state's management of public resources, so that the budget is based on programs and objectives and not just on traditional items, and that every dinar spent must have a tangible economic and social impact."

He pointed out that “involving the private sector in implementing development projects is a key element for the success of this approach, because it reduces the burden on the state, enhances implementation efficiency, and increases the dynamism of the economy,” stressing that “enhancing transparency and activating oversight and accountability are essential conditions to ensure the success of the plan.”

Saleh concluded by saying that “the success of this approach remains dependent on the ability of institutions to implement it effectively and not just to plan or announce it, because international experiences have proven that the real difference between successful plans and those that remain just ink on paper lies in the efficiency of management, the stability of decision-making, and the commitment to continuous reform.

” He explained that “linking the budget to a clear strategic vision and managing it with a results-based methodology can transform it into an effective development tool for building a more sustainable and diversified economy.”

https://alforatnews.iq/news/مستشار-حكومي-استراتيجية-مالية-جديدة-لرفع-الإيرادات-غير-النفطية-إلى-45

Al-Mada News: Iraq Is Facing A “Purge Storm” Targeting 3,000 High-Ranking Employees Affiliated With “Factions” By Order Of Washington

Baghdad - One News 5/25/2026 Al-Mada newspaper reported that Iraq is bracing for a storm of changes that could affect some 3,000 high-ranking employees affiliated with armed groups, if Washington rejects Iraqi mediation aimed at freezing what is known as the de-Baathification process.

The newspaper added that the Shiite forces have gradually begun to contain the media exchanges between the parties of the coordination framework, but this calm seems temporary, amid political assessments that suggest a return of tension as soon as the American response regarding the Iraqi proposals arrives.

According to Al-Mada, Baghdad submitted a proposal to Washington that included monitoring the movement of the factions for three months, before making any decision regarding dissolving those groups or dismantling their influence within the country.

The newspaper confirmed that Baghdad is still waiting for the American response after the Eid holiday, to find out the future of the factions and their influence within state institutions. https://1news-iq.net/المدى-العراق-مُقبل-على-عاصفة-اجتثاثات/

The Central Bank Imposes A "Harsh Sorting" Of Banks... And The National Bank Of Iraq Raises Its Capital To 650 Billion!

May 24, 2026 The Independent/- The National Bank of Iraq announced in an official statement the approval of increasing its capital to 650 billion Iraqi dinars, in a move that reflects accelerating trends within the Iraqi banking sector towards strengthening financial solvency and raising levels of compliance with regulatory standards.

According to the statement, this increase comes as part of a plan aimed at supporting the bank's ability to expand its operations, enhance customer confidence, and keep pace with changes in the financial environment within Iraq.

In the same context, banking sources revealed to Al-Mustaqilla that the Central Bank of Iraq continues to impose increasing regulatory pressure on banks operating in the country, by setting high capital ceilings as a basic condition for the continuation of activity within the market.

The sources explained that the next phase may witness a real “reshuffling” of the banking sector, where only banks that raise their capital and adhere to strict compliance standards will be allowed to remain in the market, as part of a policy aimed at reducing risks and enhancing financial stability.

Observers believe that these moves reflect a new phase in the Iraqi banking system, the most prominent feature of which is restructuring and raising the requirements for continuity, which may push a number of banks to merge or reduce their activity if they are unable to keep up with these conditions.

https://mustaqila-com.translate.goog/المركزي-يفرض-فرزًا-قاسيًا-للمصارف/?_x_tr_sl=ar&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=en&_x_tr_pto=wapp

Experts: The Financial Stability Board Contributes To Supporting Fiscal And Monetary Policies.

Economic 2026/05/24 Baghdad: Hussein Faleh Financial and economic experts and specialists considered the formation of the Financial Stability Council by the government an important step towards supporting fiscal and monetary policies by maximizing revenues and protecting the national currency, while they stressed the importance of adopting comprehensive economic and structural reforms to achieve financial sustainability and diversify the national economy and revenues.

Unifying Financial And Monetary Decisions

Economic expert Ahmed Al-Majidi told Al-Sabah: “The step of forming a Supreme Council for Financial Stability is one of the important steps at this time, because it reflects a trend towards unifying financial and monetary decisions within an institutional framework capable of facing current economic challenges, especially in light of fluctuations in oil prices and global and regional financial pressures.”

” He explained that “the Council can contribute to managing liquidity, controlling spending, maximizing non-oil revenues, in addition to supporting the banking and financial reforms needed in the next stage.”

Supporting The Investment Environment

He continued: "If the council is given clear powers and operates according to an integrated economic vision, it can form a real platform for making quick and effective decisions to confront crises, enhance financial stability, support the investment environment, and reduce the impact of economic shocks on the citizen and the local market."

For his part, economic researcher and academic Dr. Salem Al-Bayati told Al-Sabah: “One of the priorities of any country is to secure economic security in all its details, especially in formulating monetary and fiscal policy,” explaining that “the internal and external challenges facing the country require the state to set clear priorities for managing the current stage.”

Cash Management And State Funds

He added that "the government sought to provide the basic requirements for the citizen through managing the money and state funds, and despite the difficulties, it was able to secure a level of monetary stability and economic activity and maintain the citizen's purchasing power," noting that "these efforts are important solutions, but they still need integrated economic policies."

Al-Bayati pointed to “the need for the new government to adopt a comprehensive economic policy that includes fiscal and monetary policy, while supporting the independence of financial institutions and strengthening them with specialized personnel, especially since the government headed by Al-Zidi has taken an important step, which is the formation of a Supreme Council for Financial Stability, which will work to achieve a balance between the money coming into the state and what is being pumped into the markets in hard currencies, and this will lead to strengthening revenues and protecting the national currency.”

Developing Productive Sectors

" He also called for "improving the financial situation by increasing production, providing diverse job opportunities, supporting the private sector, and utilizing the potential of young people in the agricultural, industrial, and service sectors, while adopting integrated policies that prevent conflicting projects and avoid creating new crises."

Geopolitical Challenges

He explained that “the government, the Ministry of Finance, and the Central Bank have managed over the past two months to manage the situation with a degree of financial and monetary containment by maintaining the stability of salaries and sovereign spending, securing the market’s needs for foreign currency and basic commodities, and preventing rumors from escalating into widespread monetary instability.”

Regular Government Funding

He added that "the Central Bank continued to manage monetary stability, the exchange rate, and control liquidity and inflation levels, while the Ministry of Finance succeeded in maintaining regular government financing despite increasing pressures on the general budget."

Hathal explained that "the current stage requires moving from traditional budget management to comprehensive economic crisis management based on sustainability and fiscal discipline," calling for "restructuring public spending and activating electronic systems for financial management, taxes, customs and collection to reduce waste and corruption and maximize non-oil revenues."

Controlling Operating Expenses

He pointed to the importance of "controlling unproductive operating expenses and directing resources towards productive and strategic sectors, while adopting conservative oil prices and expanding organized domestic financing tools such as treasury bills and investment bonds."

He stressed that "improving Iraq's financial situation in the medium and long term requires a comprehensive structural reform to diversify the economy and increase the contribution of agriculture, industry, energy and logistics to the gross domestic product, in addition to developing the investment environment and partnership with the private sector."

He concluded by saying, "The real challenge is not limited to financing the current budget, but rather lies in building a state capable of achieving financial and economic sustainability and protecting the social and economic security of future generations." Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi had chaired the first meeting of the Financial Stability Council.

" Al-Zaidi emphasized "the importance of achieving financial stability due to its developmental and economic impacts," noting "the necessity of close coordination between the Central Bank and the Ministry of Finance, and the need to make financial decisions that support stability, which will positively impact the government's development, service, and economic plans." https://alsabaah.iq/132798-.html

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Ross: XRP IQD Supercharges

Ross: XRP IQD Supercharges

5-25-2026

XRP IQD SUPERCHARGES

Why is no one in the $XRP community talking about the consequences for hyper-inflated currencies (Global Currency Reset) once the new Financial System finally goes live?

“In a scenario where every bank or every country issues its own private digital currency, there is a need for a neutral, global, and massive liquidity pool to connect these currencies instantly and at near zero cost.”

Ross: XRP IQD Supercharges

5-25-2026

XRP IQD SUPERCHARGES

Why is no one in the $XRP community talking about the consequences for hyper-inflated currencies (Global Currency Reset) once the new Financial System finally goes live?

Tokenized hyper-inflated currencies = digital garbage.

In an XRP world, the Global Currency Reset is destiny.

Pre-RV, liquidity pair issues hit hard for hyper-inflated currencies attempting to make use of XRP.

You can technically move a pile of worthless dinar through XRP…

But why would anyone on the other end actually want it?

Even with XRP as the bridge, the IQD side still needs real market makers.

Right now those pools are shallow.

Slippage is a real risk on exotic pairs.

Post-RV? The problem disappears.

The revaluation floods the dinar with real global demand.

Liquidity providers jump in — because it’s now a strong currency.

Deep XRP pools absorb everything with zero pre-funding drama.

XRP doesn’t create liquidity out of thin air for a broken currency.

It multiplies whatever liquidity already exists on the fiat side.

XRP supercharges the RV by making that powerful dinar instantly global.

Oil payments, remittances, trade settlements — all in seconds.

No SWIFT delays. No trapped capital.

The RV fixes the value problem.

XRP fixes the movement problem.

XRP is the rail.

The RV is the cargo.

XRP can move anything fast.

But if the cargo has almost no value, you’re just efficiently moving pennies.

The RV loads the train with real wealth — turning Iraq into a global powerhouse and exploding your dinar’s purchasing power.

Without the RV, the dinar stays a mostly local currency with limited international appetite — even on fancy XRP tracks.

The global reset requires currencies to first realign to their true asset value.

XRP is the plumbing that makes the new system sing once that switch flips.

That’s why the intel lines up perfectly:

Banking reforms in Iraq + XRP corridors opening + the rate change.

They’re two sides of the same coin.

Do you see how inevitable this is now?

Every country is racing to catch up.

It baffles me.

Almost no one in the XRP community is talking about the ramifications for ALL currencies once the financial system finally gets its upgrade.

You shouldn’t feel crazy believing in the GCR.

The lightbulb that just fired in your head is exactly what you suspected this entire time — now you fully understand the inevitability.

“We are so close.” is an understatement.

Diana: Do you think banks will build their OWN blockchain systems… or eventually connect to networks like XRPL?

CharuSan XRP: Banks establishing closed and private networks among themselves would leave the financial world just as fragmented and interdependent as it is today. In a scenario where every bank or every country issues its own private digital currency, there is a need for a neutral, global, and massive liquidity pool to connect these currencies instantly and at near zero cost. XRP serves precisely as this independent bridge asset, meaning bank infrastructure requires this network not because they are in love with XRP, but because it is the cheapest and fastest way to connect fragmented currencies on a global scale efficiently

Source(s):
• https://x.com/Ross_ptm/status/2058804394456662408

https://dinarchronicles.com/2026/05/25/ross-xrp-iqd-supercharges/

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Monday Afternoon 5-25-26

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Huawei’s AI Chip Breakthrough Signals China’s Push Toward Tech Independence

China’s semiconductor ambitions are accelerating as Huawei unveils a new chip design strategy that could reshape the global AI and technology race while weakening the long-term impact of U.S. sanctions.

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Huawei’s AI Chip Breakthrough Signals China’s Push Toward Tech Independence

Overview

Chinese technology giant Huawei Technologies has announced a major semiconductor design breakthrough centered around a new concept called the “Tau Scaling Law,” signaling Beijing’s growing determination to build a fully self-sufficient chip ecosystem despite years of U.S. export restrictions.

The announcement comes as the global competition for AI dominance, semiconductor leadership, and technological sovereignty intensifies between China and the United States. Huawei claims its future chip architecture could eventually achieve transistor density comparable to advanced 1.4 nanometre processes by 2031 — potentially redefining how computing performance is achieved in the post-Moore’s Law era.

Key Developments

1. Huawei Introduces Alternative Path Beyond Traditional Chip Scaling

Huawei revealed a new semiconductor strategy focused less on shrinking transistor sizes and more on improving data movement, system efficiency, and chip architecture integration.

The company’s proposed “LogicFolding” architecture aims to:

Reduce internal signal delays
Improve data transmission speeds
Lower latency
Enhance advanced chip packaging
Increase AI processing efficiency

This reflects a broader shift across the industry as traditional transistor miniaturization approaches physical limitations.

2. China Accelerates Semiconductor Self-Sufficiency

The announcement highlights how China is adapting to years of American technology sanctions designed to restrict access to:

Advanced lithography systems
High-end semiconductor tools
AI processors
Chip design software

Rather than waiting to fully replicate Western manufacturing capabilities, China is increasingly pursuing alternative technological pathways to remain competitive.

Huawei’s earlier success launching the Mate 60 smartphone with domestically produced 7nm chips already demonstrated China’s growing resilience under sanctions pressure.

3. AI Competition Is Becoming the Core Battleground

Huawei’s semiconductor strategy is heavily tied to the exploding global demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure.

Its Ascend AI processors are emerging as China’s primary domestic alternative to chips produced by NVIDIA, whose advanced products remain heavily restricted from Chinese markets under U.S. export controls.

As AI increasingly becomes tied to:

Economic productivity
Military modernization
Cybersecurity
Financial systems
National competitiveness

semiconductor control is now viewed as a cornerstone of geopolitical power.

4. Global Supply Chains Could Become More Fragmented

The broader implication of Huawei’s announcement is that the world may be moving toward parallel technology ecosystems.

The United States and its allies continue tightening restrictions on advanced semiconductor exports, while China accelerates domestic alternatives through state-backed investment and industrial policy.

This growing divide may eventually reshape:

Global trade flows
AI development standards
Digital infrastructure
Currency systems tied to technological leadership
Strategic alliances

Why It Matters

The semiconductor race is no longer simply about consumer electronics. It is increasingly tied to the future structure of the global economy, financial systems, and geopolitical power.

Advanced chips now underpin:

Artificial intelligence
Banking infrastructure
Military systems
Quantum computing
Energy grids
Financial trading systems
Digital currencies and CBDCs

China’s ability to develop independent chip ecosystems reduces vulnerability to Western sanctions and strengthens Beijing’s long-term push for a more multipolar economic order.

At the same time, the United States is attempting to preserve its technological dominance through export controls, AI financing initiatives, and semiconductor alliances with partners such as Taiwan, Japan, and South Korea.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

For foreign currency holders, the growing U.S.-China technology divide could have major long-term implications for the future global monetary system.

As nations increasingly compete for control over:

AI infrastructure
Semiconductor supply chains
Digital payment systems
CBDCs
Cross-border financial networks

the world may gradually shift away from a single dominant financial framework toward a more fragmented and multipolar system.

China’s push for technological self-sufficiency supports broader efforts by BRICS and Global South nations to reduce dependence on Western-controlled financial systems and the U.S. dollar.

If technological blocs continue forming, future trade settlements, reserve currency diversification, and digital payment infrastructure could increasingly align with competing geopolitical spheres.

For currency investors, these developments are important because technological leadership is becoming deeply connected to:

Economic strength
Currency stability
Global trade influence
Capital flows
The future structure of international finance

The semiconductor and AI race is no longer just about technology — it is increasingly becoming part of the larger global financial realignment now unfolding.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1: Technological Sovereignty

The world is increasingly fragmenting into competing technology blocs where nations seek control over their own:

Chips
AI infrastructure
Data systems
Payment rails
Digital currencies

Huawei’s breakthrough reflects China’s determination to avoid dependence on Western-controlled technologies.

Pillar 2: Economic and Financial Realignment

Semiconductor dominance increasingly influences:

Currency strength
Capital flows
Industrial competitiveness
Global investment patterns
AI-driven economic productivity

Countries leading the AI and semiconductor race may ultimately shape the next generation of global financial power structures.

Closing Perspective

The Huawei announcement may represent more than a semiconductor breakthrough — it could mark another step toward a divided global technology and financial system where innovation, AI infrastructure, and geopolitical power become inseparable.

As the U.S.-China rivalry deepens, the battle over advanced chips is rapidly becoming one of the defining forces shaping the future global order.

This is not just technology competition — it is the restructuring of economic power in real time.

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Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Monday Afternoon 5-25-26

Oil Prices Plunge 6% On US-Iran Deal Progress

2026-05-25 Shafaq News Oil prices fell 6% to two-week lows on Monday, as optimism grew that the United States and Iran were moving closer to a peace deal, even though they remain at odds over key issues, such as blockades on the Strait of Hormuz.

Brent crude futures fell $5.85, or 5.7%, to $97.69 a barrel by 0343 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate were at $90.85 a barrel, down $5.75, or 6%. Both contracts touched their lowest since May 7 earlier in the session.

Oil Prices Plunge 6% On US-Iran Deal Progress

On Saturday, U.S. President Donald Trump said ⁠Washington and Iran had "largely negotiated" an understanding on a peace deal that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz, which had carried a fifth of global shipments of oil and liquefied natural gas before the conflict.

"Not withstanding all the caveats and risks that remain to the peace deal and Strait of Hormuz, there is now some light at the end of the tunnel, which will bring some near-term oil price relief," said MST Marquee analyst Saul Kavonic.

However, the two sides remain at odds on several difficult issues, with Trump saying on Sunday he had told his representatives not to rush into any deal with Iran.

"We've been at this stage ⁠before, only for talks to break down. Therefore, the market will likely be more cautious about overreacting," said Warren Patterson, head of commodities strategy at ING.

Analysts expect a return to normal oil flows through the strait will take months, while damaged oil and gas facilities are repaired.

"The longer the crisis stretches, the more debatable it becomes whether ⁠world leaders genuinely want a quick end to disruptions," said Phillip Nova analyst Priyanka Sachdeva.

U.S. energy firms responded to higher local energy prices by adding oil and natural gas rigs for the fifth week in a row, for ⁠the first time since February 2025.

The rig count, an early indicator of future output, rose by seven to 558 in the week to May 22, its highest since June 2025. Even so, Baker Hughes said ⁠the total count was still down eight rigs, or 1% below this time last year.

"Momentum indicators suggest markets are attempting to stabilise after last week’s aggressive selloff, but conviction remains weak," Sachdeva said.

(Reuters) https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Oil-prices-plunge-6-On-US-Iran-deal-progress

Tanker With Iraqi Crude Clears Blocked Hormuz

2026-05-25Shafaq News- Strait of Hormuz Two tankers stranded for three months have transited the Strait of Hormuz using a route designated by Iran, Reuters reported on Monday, amid signs of progress in negotiations between Washington and Tehran.

The liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier Fure Vyl and the oil tanker Eagle Verona were among the few large vessels to leave the Gulf through the “control zone” extending from the western edge of Iran’s Qeshm Island to a point east of Umm Al Quwain in the United Arab Emirates.

Owned by Japanese shipping company Mitsui O.S.K. Lines and carrying Qatari LNG, the Fure Vyl, is expected to unload its cargo in Pakistan on Tuesday. The Eagle Verona, chartered by a subsidiary of Chinese energy company Sinopec and loaded with Iraqi crude oil, is scheduled to arrive at China’s Ningbo port on June 12.

The strategic waterway has remained largely restricted since February 28 following the US–Israel war on Iran, disrupting energy flows and prompting Gulf producers, including Iraq —which routes roughly 95% of its oil exports through the corridor— to scale back shipments.

Baghdad had previously secured access to the passage after Iran granted “brotherly Iraq” an exemption from “any restrictions imposed on the Strait of Hormuz,” setting it apart from states Tehran considers hostile.

https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Tanker-with-Iraqi-crude-clears-blocked-Hormuz

Dollar Trades Higher In Baghdad, Lower In Erbil

2026-05-25Shafaq News- Baghdad/ Erbil The US dollar opened Monday’s trading mixed in Iraq, hovering around 153,000 dinars per 100 dollars.

According to Shafaq News market survey, the dollar traded in Baghdad's Al-Kifah and Al-Harithiya exchanges at 153,300 dinars per 100 dollars, up from the previous session’s 153,250 dinars.

In the Iraqi capital, exchange shops sold the dollar at 153,750 dinars and bought it at 152,750 dinars, while in Erbil, selling prices stood at 152,850 dinars and buying prices at 152,700 dinars.

https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Dollar-trades-higher-in-Baghdad-lower-in-Erbil

Gold Prices Climb In Baghdad And Erbil Markets

2026-05-25Shafaq News- Baghdad/ Erbil On Monday, gold prices hovered around 990,000 IQD per mithqal in Baghdad and Erbil markets, continuing their upward trend, according to Shafaq News Agency survey.

Gold prices on Baghdad's Al-Nahr Street recorded a selling price of 985,000 IQD per mithqal (equivalent to five grams) for 21-carat gold, including Gulf, Turkish, and European varieties, with a buying price of 981,000 IQD. The same gold had sold for 970,000 IQD on Sunday.

The selling price for 21-carat Iraqi gold stood at 955,000 IQD, with a buying price of 951,000 IQD.

In jewelry stores, the selling price per mithqal of 21-carat Gulf gold ranged between 985,000 and 995,000 IQD, while Iraqi gold sold for between 955,000 and 965,000 IQD.

In Erbil, 22-carat gold was sold at 1,025,000 IQD per mithqal, 21-carat gold at 980,000 IQD, and 18-carat gold at 840,000 IQD. https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Gold-prices-climb-in-Baghdad-and-Erbil-markets-4-6-8

ISX Trading Value Jumps 958% In One Week

2026-05-25 Shafaq News- Baghdad The Iraq Stock Exchange (ISX) recorded more than 86 billion Iraqi dinars (roughly $56M) in trading value last week, marking a 958% increase compared with the previous week.

According to market data, 83.652 billion shares were traded worth 86.729 billion dinars, up 1.206% in volume from last week, through 5,718 transactions.

The ISX60 index closed at 944.57 points, reflecting a 0.46% increase from the previous session.

Investors traded shares of 67 companies, while 29 others saw no activity due to unmatched buy and sell orders. Eight companies remained suspended for failing to submit required disclosures.

Non-Iraqi investors purchased 54 million shares worth 143 million dinars through 53 transactions, while selling 748 million shares valued at 1 billion dinars through 138 transactions.

The Iraq Stock Exchange holds five trading sessions per week, from Sunday to Thursday, and includes 104 listed Iraqi joint-stock companies representing the banking, telecommunications, industry, agriculture, insurance, financial investment, tourism, hotel, and service sectors. https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/ISX-trading-value-jumps-958-in-one-week

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Some “Iraq News” Posted by Tishwash at TNT 5-25-2026

TNT:

Tishwash: The Central Bank imposes a "harsh sorting" of banks... and the National Bank of Iraq raises its capital to 650 billion!

The National Bank of Iraq announced in an official statement the approval of increasing its capital to 650 billion Iraqi dinars, in a move that reflects accelerating trends within the Iraqi banking sector towards strengthening financial solvency and raising levels of compliance with regulatory standards.

TNT:

Tishwash: The Central Bank imposes a "harsh sorting" of banks... and the National Bank of Iraq raises its capital to 650 billion!

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Tishwash: Iraq and China discuss ways to enhance joint cooperation in the political, economic and cultural fields.

The Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for Multilateral and Legal Affairs, Ambassador Shorsh Khalid Saeed, met today, Sunday, at the Ministry building, with the Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to Iraq, Cui Wei, on the occasion of the end of his diplomatic mission. They discussed ways to enhance joint cooperation in the political, economic, and cultural fields.

A statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs indicated that during the meeting, the course of bilateral relations between the Republic of Iraq and the People's Republic of China was reviewed, along with ways to strengthen joint cooperation in the political, economic, and cultural fields, as well as exchanging support and coordination in international organizations in a manner that serves the interests of the two friendly countries.

The two sides also discussed the security situation in the region, emphasizing the importance of supporting stabilization efforts and strengthening international cooperation to contribute to consolidating security and development.

The Undersecretary praised the role played by the Chinese Ambassador during his tenure in Iraq and his efforts in strengthening bilateral cooperation in various fields, particularly political, economic, and energy sectors, wishing him success in his future diplomatic endeavors.

For his part, the Chinese ambassador expressed his gratitude for the support he received during his tenure in Iraq, affirming that the new Chinese ambassador will continue working to promote China's vision of supporting stability and development in Iraq, as well as supporting the presence of Chinese companies and expanding investment opportunities in the Iraqi market. link

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Tishwash: Government advisor: New financial strategy to raise non-oil revenues to 45%

The financial advisor to the Prime Minister, Mazhar Muhammad Saleh, revealed that the government is moving towards adopting a new financial strategy aimed at raising the contribution of non-oil revenues in the general budget to 45% by diversifying the economy and reducing dependence on crude oil.

He added that "previous budgets were linked to operational spending, especially salaries and subsidies, which made the margin for developmental investment limited, while the new approach means moving to a model based on advance planning, setting priorities and measuring results."

He explained that “linking the budget to a clear strategic vision and managing it with a results-based methodology can transform it into an effective development tool for building a more sustainable and diversified economy.” link

Tishwash: Experts: The Financial Stability Board contributes to supporting fiscal and monetary policies.

Financial and economic experts and specialists considered the formation of the Financial Stability Council by the government an important step towards supporting fiscal and monetary policies by maximizing revenues and protecting the national currency, while they stressed the importance of adopting comprehensive economic and structural reforms to achieve financial sustainability and diversify the national economy and revenues.

Unifying financial and monetary decisions

He added, “The presence of the Minister of Finance and the Governor of the Central Bank within the membership of the Council gives this formation great importance, because coordination between fiscal policy and monetary policy is essential for maintaining economic stability, protecting the value of the national currency, and enhancing confidence in the Iraqi economy.” He explained that “the Council can contribute to managing liquidity, controlling spending, maximizing non-oil revenues, in addition to supporting the banking and financial reforms needed in the next stage.”

Supporting the investment environment

Cash management and state funds

Developing productive sectors

He called for "developing various productive sectors to ensure food security, preserve the country's currency reserves, and control both local and foreign currencies." Al-Bayati emphasized the importance of "imposing oversight on border crossings and customs and preventing corrupt individuals from controlling public funds," stressing "the necessity of establishing and effectively implementing strict regulations and laws." He also called for "improving the financial situation by increasing production, providing diverse job opportunities, supporting the private sector, and utilizing the potential of young people in the agricultural, industrial, and service sectors, while adopting integrated policies that prevent conflicting projects and avoid creating new crises."

Geopolitical challenges

For his part, Dr. Ahmed Hadhhal, a professor of economics and financial expert, told Al-Sabah newspaper: “Iraq’s financial situation is facing exceptional and complex pressures as a result of geopolitical challenges, fluctuations in energy markets, and disruptions to international trade, in addition to chronic structural imbalances linked to near-total dependence on oil revenues.” He explained that “the government, the Ministry of Finance, and the Central Bank have managed over the past two months to manage the situation with a degree of financial and monetary containment by maintaining the stability of salaries and sovereign spending, securing the market’s needs for foreign currency and basic commodities, and preventing rumors from escalating into widespread monetary instability.”

Regular government funding

Controlling operating expenses

The Prime Minister's Media Office stated in a press release that "Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi chaired the first meeting of the Financial Stability Council, which was included in the ministerial program, and which included the Minister of Finance and the Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq." Al-Zaidi emphasized "the importance of achieving financial stability due to its developmental and economic impacts," noting "the necessity of close coordination between the Central Bank and the Ministry of Finance, and the need to make financial decisions that support stability, which will positively impact the government's development, service, and economic plans link

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News, Rumors and Opinions Monday 5-25-2026

KTFA:

Clare: Al-Fayez told Al-Furat News: There is complete agreement to finalize Al-Zidi's cabinet after Eid in an emergency session.

5/24/2026

The head of the parliamentary Design Alliance bloc and leader of the coordination framework, Amer Al-Fayez, revealed a complete agreement to finalize the appointment of the Ministers of Defense, Interior and the rest of the ministries that are run by acting ministers after the Eid al-Adha holiday.

KTFA:

Clare: Al-Fayez told Al-Furat News: There is complete agreement to finalize Al-Zidi's cabinet after Eid in an emergency session.

5/24/2026

Al-Fayez told Al-Furat News Agency: “There is a complete agreement to name the ministers after Eid; however, the House of Representatives will enter its legislative holiday after Eid, which necessitates holding an emergency session with a full quorum to name the ministers.”

He added, "If the session does not convene due to most MPs traveling or performing the Hajj pilgrimage, this matter will be resolved after the end of the legislative recess."

Al-Fayez added that "the management of the two ministries by an acting minister does not affect their essential work, as they are managed by the Prime Minister himself, with the support of advanced staff capable of managing the files until the ministers are officially appointed."

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Henig: Chairman of the Investment Authority: Expected amendments will increase the volume of investment in Iraq

Yesterday, 13:44

Baghdad – Waei – Muhammad Talbi The head of the National Investment Authority, Haider Makiya, announced today, Saturday, that the volume of investments in Iraq reached $114 billion, stressing that there are expected amendments that will increase the volume of final investment in the country, while he indicated the preparation of a climate investment plan that included five vital sectors.

Makiya told the Iraqi News Agency (INA): "The volume of foreign investments amounted to 67 billion dollars, while the volume of local investments amounted to 47 billion dollars, so the total investments amounted to about 114 billion dollars," stressing that "there are expected adjustments to the capital that will increase the amounts of the investment volume."". .

He added, "The Authority worked on preparing the climate investment plan, which included studying five sectors: renewable energy, agriculture, industry, water, and innovations," indicating that "all ministries participated in the plan, as the studies were conducted during the period from April to September 2024, then its summary was prepared and submitted to the former Prime Minister in January 2025, and was approved in February of the same year, and was circulated to all ministries."".

He explained that "a copy of the plan is available at the Ministry of Planning, and includes a number of projects to address the effects of climate change and water scarcity, in addition to providing investment opportunities supported by international funding, which encourages local and foreign investors to enter the Iraqi market."".

He continued: "The plan was also circulated to all embassies and diplomatic missions, with the aim of promoting the proposed investment projects and providing the opportunity for foreign companies to apply for them and implement them on the ground"".

https://ina.iq/ar/economie/263993-.html

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Sandy Ingram The UK, Germany, and Switzerland are all making financial commitments with and to Iraq...This is great.

Jeff The budget is dependent on the rate changing. Why? Because the budget is calculated off the currency value. The budget is a law. In order to approve a law, all aspects of it have to exist, such as the currency value that it was calculated off of...In order for the government to get the budget approved, the rate has to exist...

RossFinancial disclosures in Iraq are moving faster and with more immediate emphasis than typical under the new government. Ask yourself why that is...there seems to be a bit of a rush going on with Iraq’s new government…Kinda like IQD has been coiled up for a while. Don’t be surprised ...to see real, unstoppable, lightning-speed progress on a daily basis.

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