Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economic Updates Saturday Morning 5-31-25

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US Banking Regulator Calls for Expanded Crypto Financial Literacy

The OCC calls for a major boost in financial literacy to navigate the explosive rise of digital assets, urging updated strategies to protect and inform new crypto investors.

OCC Calls for Stronger Financial Literacy on Crypto

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), the federal agency responsible for overseeing national banks and federal savings associations, has taken steps to clarify the regulatory framework around digital assets in the U.S. banking system.

Acting Comptroller Rodney E. Hood, speaking at the Financial Literacy and Education Commission (FLEC) on May 29, 2025, highlighted the increasing importance of cryptocurrency and digital assets in financial services.

“Everyone in the financial ecosystem – including financial educators – should carefully monitor the rapidly changing financial marketplace and update financial education strategies accordingly.

For example, in 2023, almost 5 percent of all households owned or used cryptocurrency, with more than nine in 10 of those holding it as an investment,” Hood said, adding:

“Given the level of interest, expanding financial literacy resources to address digital asset investments may be useful.”

Hood’s comments reflect the OCC’s role in ensuring that banks can engage with digital assets in a regulated and secure manner.

The Acting Comptroller also discussed the need for financial educators to update their strategies to address the growing number of consumers engaging with digital assets — many of whom are first-time investors.

He suggested that financial literacy programs should help these new investors understand the risks and opportunities of digital assets. The OCC has long supported financial education, and Hood emphasized that these efforts should now include resources on emerging financial products like cryptocurrency.

This approach aligns with the OCC’s recent guidance, released in May, which confirmed that national banks and federal savings associations are authorized to provide cryptocurrency-related services, such as custody and execution, as long as proper risk management practices are in place.

“The federal banking system is well positioned to engage in digital asset activities,” the OCC recently said.

The OCC’s position shows a cautious but supportive approach to integrating digital assets into the banking system, while also stressing the importance of consumer education and safety.

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BRICS: US Risks Losing $7.5 Trillion Worth of Asian Assets

The BRICS alliance and all Asian countries combined have an investment worth $7.5 trillion in US assets, including bonds. For decades, the global financial gameplay was simple and easy to understand. Asia had an effortless strategy: sell goods to the US, and in return, invest the proceeds into American financial assets.

Things are now changing under the Trump administration, after the US President disrupted the smooth flow of global trade.

The tariffs and trade wars have rubbed emerging economies the wrong way, and things could turn worse if BRICS and other Asian countries put their own nations first and stop depending on US assets for financial benefits. The unwinding of the $7.5 trillion has already begun on a small scale, according to some of the world’s biggest money managers, speaking to Bloomberg.

These money managers warned that if the US fails to halt the outflow, the future could be bleak.

BRICS: $7.5 Trillion Asian Assets Sell-Off Could Shake the US Markets

For those unfamiliar with this financial shift, the sell-offs in US assets have already been initiated by BRICS. Since 2024, China alone has dumped $150 billion worth of US Treasuries and bonds, choosing to diversify its reserves.

Not just China—many developing nations have sold US assets and purchased gold to diversify their central banks' holdings. Hoarding the US dollar is seen as increasingly risky, especially as the debt ceiling has surged past $36 trillion.

“We are in a shifting world order and I do not believe that we will go back to the state of things as we had before,” said Virginie Maisonneuve, Chief Investment Officer at Allianz Global Investors.

“It is an evolution from the World War Two order and is partially triggered by China rivaling the US in economic and technology terms,” she added.

If BRICS and Asian countries pull the plug on their $7.5 trillion investments in Treasuries and bonds, the US financial markets could be severely shaken.

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Tishwash:  UN: Iraq will become a banking powerhouse both domestically and internationally

 UN Secretary-General's Special Representative, Mohammed Al-Hassan, confirmed that Iraq will become a banking powerhouse both domestically and internationally .

Al-Hassan said in a statement to the Iraqi News Agency (INA) today, Friday, that "the words spoken during the conference on money laundering and combating the financing of terrorism indicated that Iraq is facing a regional and international challenge to restore its status ."

He added, "The Iraqi economic system cannot be complete without an effective financial sector, both domestically and internationally," noting that "Iraq is committed to taking positive steps to restore confidence in the financial and banking sector in Iraq ."

Al-Hassan stressed that "the United Nations supports Iraq's path, which will become, in the coming days, a banking power that interacts internally and externally," emphasizing that "the fight against terrorism is not a scourge that has afflicted Iraq alone, but the entire world, and the sacrifices that Iraq has made in lives and money are not trivial or small ."

He noted that "these sacrifices must be completed, extended, and continued to restore Iraq's position in the financial and banking sector   link

Tishwash:  The US intervenes in the salary funding crisis between Baghdad and Erbil.

The US State Department called on the federal government and the Kurdistan Region to abide by the financial payments stipulated in the Iraqi constitution and work to resolve their differences through constructive dialogue.

A US State Department official said, "Swiftly resolving the salary issue sends a message that Iraq puts the interests of its people first and creates an attractive environment for investment," noting that "it would also be a positive signal regarding the possibility of reopening the Iraq-Türkiye pipeline."

He stressed that "US support for the Kurdistan Region is a key component of its relationship with Iraq," noting that "US Secretary of State Marco Rubio recently hosted the Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Region, Masrour Barzani, and also spoke with the President of the Region, Nechirvan Barzani, where they emphasized the importance of continued cooperation to promote stability and prosperity in Iraq and the region."

These statements come as the Kurdistan Region's civil servants' salaries are facing a new crisis, following the federal Ministry of Finance's announcement that it would halt funding for May 2025 salaries. The announcement was made due to what it described as the region's exceeding its budget share and its failure to deliver oil and non-oil revenues.

Erbil recently signed two agreements with American companies worth more than $110 billion in the energy sector. This sparked criticism in Baghdad, which considered it an infringement of its sovereign powers. Erbil, however, views the agreements as part of its plan for economic reform and resource development.   link

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Tishwash:  Baghdad joins the Smart Cities Club: The Municipality adopts digitized transactions to serve citizens.

The first signs of a serious shift toward the concept of smart cities have begun in the capital, Baghdad, through rapid digital steps adopted by the Baghdad Municipality to modernize the performance of its institutions and facilitate citizen transactions.

The Baghdad Municipality has expanded its planning vision to include sustainable development and urban technology, building on the Iraqi state's approach to linking municipal services with advanced digital systems. These systems help reduce bureaucracy, improve performance efficiency, and meet the needs of residents in a changing urban environment.

These initiatives reflect the Secretariat's clear direction to move beyond traditional management and service approaches and enter a qualitative phase based on the integration of digital transformation, environmental planning, and service innovation, positioning Baghdad as a city connected to the global urban fabric of the future.

Baghdad Mayor Eng. Ammar Musa Kazim announced the capital's entry into a new phase of digital transformation by modernizing the mechanisms for processing citizen transactions in Baghdad Municipality departments. This represents a first step toward a smart and sustainable Baghdad, inspired by global models of urban development.

During his participation in the Iraqi Smart Cities Conference, organized by the Federation of Iraqi Chambers of Commerce in cooperation with the International Chamber of Commerce, he emphasized that the Secretariat has begun to play a leading role in addressing urban challenges through the digitization of its services, and its participation in the Arab Smart Cities Forum enhances opportunities for exchanging experiences and expertise with advanced Arab cities.

He explained that the municipality has launched new applications to receive citizens' complaints digitally and has developed a construction transaction system to reduce direct contact and increase transparency and speed, reflecting a gradual transition towards an electronic city with e-government and identity services.

He pointed out that the launch of the implementation work for the New Sadr City project came as a model for a smart and sustainable city that takes into account modern environmental and architectural standards, in parallel with other ambitious projects such as the Sustainable Baghdad Forests and the waste-to-electricity project, indicating a comprehensive approach to redefining the capital's service and environmental infrastructure.

In separate posts on the X platform, observers highlighted the importance of these initiatives in addressing the accumulated burden of decades of service decline and haphazard planning.

Journalist Hussam Al-Taie wrote: "Finally, we're hearing about a smart Baghdad... digital transformation is not a luxury, but a tool for urban justice." Engineer Suha Al-Lami tweeted: "If the Baghdad Municipality adheres to the digital roadmap, we will witness a real transformation in people's lives."

This leap forward is based on the Baghdad Municipality's vision to catch up with major Arab cities, after years of absence from the sustainable urban development map. The city seeks to make the capital a practical testing ground for future city ideas, rather than merely a theoretical imitation of others' experiences.  link

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Iraq Economic News And Points To Ponder Friday Afternoon 5-30-25

Amid Anticipation Of The OPEC+ Decision, Oil Is Heading For A Weekly Decline.

Economy | 05/30/2025  Mawazine News - Follow-up:  Oil prices are heading for a weekly decline of more than 1% during Friday's trading, amid volatility in court decisions regarding US tariffs and the market's anticipation of a possible increase in OPEC+ production.

Brent crude futures fell 26 cents, or 0.41%, to $63.89 a barrel by 0104 GMT. Brent July futures expire on Friday.  US West Texas Intermediate crude fell 27 cents, or 0.44%, to $60.67 a barrel, according to Reuters data.

A US federal appeals court temporarily restored President Donald Trump's tariffs on Thursday, overturning a trade court's decision on Wednesday that had suspended their implementation.

The decision caused oil prices to fall by more than 1% on Thursday as traders assessed its impact. Analysts said uncertainty would continue as the court battles over the tariffs continue.

The OPEC+ alliance, which includes the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and its allies, is expected to decide to increase oil production in July when it meets on Saturday.

OPEC is also seeking to ensure that some countries, such as Kazakhstan, reduce their production, which exceeds agreed-upon levels.  https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=262038

Find Out The Quantities Of Iraqi Oil Exports In The First Third Of 2025.

Economy | 01:01 - 05/29/2025   Mawazine News - Baghdad -  The Iraqi Oil Marketing Company (SOMO) revealed on Thursday that the country's crude oil exports during the first third of the current year exceeded four million barrels.

According to SOMO statistics reviewed by Mawazine News, "Iraq's total oil exports during the first four months of the current year amounted to 406,062,835 barrels, at a rate of 101,515,713 barrels per month."

The statistics showed that "the total exported from Basra and central fields through Iraqi ports amounted to 392,178,537 barrels, while the total exported from Qayyarah field in Kirkuk amounted to 3,789,906 barrels."

They also indicated that "oil exports from the modern Kirkuk depot to Jordan during this period amounted to 1,339,410 barrels."

According to its statistics, SOMO stated that "financial revenues from exports for the past two months of March and April amounted to $14 billion, 454 million, 815 thousand, and 947." https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=262008

Iraq Stock Exchange Indices Rose During The Fourth Week Of May

Economy | 03:57 - 05/29/2025  Mawazine News - Baghdad -  The Iraq Stock Exchange announced, on Thursday, the weekly trading indicators for the fourth week of May 2025, indicating a rise in the two main trading indicators and a noticeable activity in the trading volume.

The market stated in a statement received by Mawazine News that it "organized five trading sessions during the week extending from Sunday (May 25) to Thursday (May 29), indicating that the number of traded shares exceeded 6 billion shares, while the value of trading amounted to more than 11 billion Iraqi dinars."

It added that "the general trading index (ISX60) opened the first session of the week at (1002.79) points, to close at the end of the week at (1017.58) points, recording an increase of (1.45%). The (ISX15) index also recorded an increase of (1.90%), as it rose from (1123.69) points at the beginning of the week to (1145.42) points at the end."

The statement indicated that "(3,894) buy and sell contracts were executed on shares of companies listed on the market during the week's sessions, which reflects a noticeable activity in trading and market movement."   https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=262019

Gold Prices Rise As Investors Buy

Thursday, May 29, 2025,  | Economic Number of reads: 298  Baghdad / NINA / Gold prices rose on Thursday, as investors rushed to buy after the decline in the yellow metal's prices.   Gold futures for August (Comex) rose by 0.46% to $3,343.50 per ounce.

Spot contracts for the yellow metal rose by 0.65% to $3,322.36 per ounce, according to trading data. / End   https://ninanews.com/Website/News/Details?key=1229635

The Dollar Exchange Rate Rose Against The Dinar In Local Markets 

Thursday, May 29, 2025 | Economic Number of reads: 233  Baghdad / NINA / The dollar prices rose in the markets of Baghdad and Erbil, on Thursday, with the closing of the stock exchange at the end of this week.

The dollar prices witnessed a rise with the closing of the Al-Kifah and Al-Harithiya stock exchanges, recording 141,200 dinars for every $100, while this morning it recorded 140,800 dinars for every $100.

The selling prices in the exchange sector in the local markets in Baghdad recorded an increase, as the selling price reached 142,250 dinars for every $100, while the purchase price reached 140,250 dinars for every $100.

In Erbil, the dollar also recorded an increase, as the selling price reached 141,350 dinars for every $100, and the purchase price reached 141,200 dinars for every $100. /End https://ninanews.com/Website/News/Details?key=1229679

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economic Updates Friday Morning 5-30-25

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XRP LAWSUIT: NEW MYSTERIOUS ‘DECISIVE EVIDENCE’ TO CHANGE RIPPLE OUTCOME?

▪️ Mysterious Filing Resurfaces: Justin Keener submits an emergency motion claiming “decisive evidence” that could aid Ripple in its lawsuit.

▪️ Ripple vs. SEC Drama Continues: Legal experts weigh in as the XRP community watches how this filing might impact the case before June 16.

The XRP lawsuit never “fails to entertain” and it just got interesting. A mysterious filing by Justin W. Keener with an emergency motion has resurfaced again.

Decisive Evidence to Change the Outcome?

Keener says that he has “decisive evidence” which could change the outcome of the Ripple vs. SEC case in favor of Ripple. This unexpected move invited comments from experts like Bill Morgan and Marc Fagel.

“XRP Case Never Fails to Surprise”

Bill Morgan shared that he expected some kind of filing, especially with the 60-day deadline for a status update nearing on June 16. He didn’t expect a lengthy, emotional rant against the Howey Test and its court interpretations, especially about “investment contracts.” The rant also criticized the SEC’s actions over the past 90 years.

“This case never fails to entertain or end,” he said, which shows how unpredictable the lawsuit has become.

Marc Fagel also pointed out that this is the second time the same individual has submitted documents. The SEC even responded to the first one but questioned why the court hasn’t shut down the person’s PACER account yet, given the unauthorized filings.

Keener’s first attempt to submit his “decisive evidence” in the Ripple case was shut down back in April, but he’s now trying again. Keener was recently fined $10 million for illegally trading penny stocks without registering as a dealer.

Will This Impact the Lawsuit?

The XRP community is watching closely to see if this would have any impact on the lawsuit. Most expect the court to reject it again, but how the judge and SEC respond this time will show whether it has any real impact.

In a recent letter to the SEC, Ripple said that fungible crypto assets like XRP aren’t securities in secondary sales. Citing legal expert Lewis Cohen and a 2023 court ruling, Ripple argued that these tokens don’t carry the legal traits of securities and requested the SEC to adopt clearer rules, noting that XRP itself was ruled not a security in public trading.

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Source:  Coinpedia

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BRICS: 44 COUNTRIES ALIGN WITH DE-DOLLARIZATION AGENDA

A total of 44 countries are aligning with the de-dollarization agenda kick-started by the BRICS alliance. The 11-member bloc is rewriting trade policies to benefit their national economies and currencies while ignoring the US dollar.

The shift against the greenback is accelerating as emerging economies are bringing investments back home. Developing countries are cutting ties with the US-based financial investments such as bonds, and accumulating gold and local currencies in their reserves.

The economic policies of the White House have caused extreme financial distress in developing countries. From Trump initiating tariffs to trade wars and global dominance, emerging economies are siding with BRICS as the bloc advances the de-dollarization agenda.

The US now stands alone on the global stage as even the European Union, which is its close ally, is considering the euro for transactions. Several leaders have openly called to reduce dependency on the USD and focus on European assets.

44 Countries Align With BRICS De-Dollarization Agenda

Vietnam became the latest country to show interest in the BRICS de-dollarization agenda in 2025. Around 44 countries are interested in BRICS expansion and officially taking part in the de-dollarization policies. The nations who are on the sidelines want to dismantle the US dollar’s dominance and replace it with local currencies.

The upcoming 17th summit in Rio de Janeiro will signal how fast the process will gain shape next. BRICS made it clear that the long-term goal of the alliance is to fast-track de-dollarization and end the US dollar’s supremacy. It is reported that many more countries could join the bandwagon from Asia and nations from the African region.

Emerging economies want to use BRICS as a stepping stone to officially launch the de-dollarization roadmap in their respective countries. They would have the backing of the New Development Bank (NDB) which can disburse loans in local currencies for infrastructural developments.

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Tishwash:  New Partnership to Connect the Middle East and Europe via Iraq

Zain Omantel International (ZOI) has announced a partnership with Iraq's Horizon Scope Telecom and the Iraqi Telecommunications and Information Company (ITPC), a government-owned company under the Iraqi Ministry of Telecommunications.

This partnership enables ZOI to create a digital telecommunications corridor stretching from the Middle East to Europe through Iraq, offering alternative terrestrial connectivity options that provide higher levels of capacity, security and efficiency.

According to a statement from ZOI, the route will use terrestrial fibre connectivity that utilises Iraq's position as a digital gateway, creating more reliable services that are less susceptible to interruptions. It will pass through Turkey and make its way up to Frankfurt, Germany. The new corridor will act as an alternative to traditional subsea routes by bypassing some of the turbulent areas. The route will enable international businesses, telecom operators and hyperscalers to expand their reach via robust, low-latency infrastructure, ensuring seamless connectivity between the Middle East and Europe.

Mr. Sohail Qadir, CEO at ZOI, said:

"By working together, we will enhance regional and international connectivity, offering higher capacity, security, and efficiency for businesses, operators and hyperscalers across continents."

Mr. Ahmed Abdulsalam, the Managing Director of Horizon Scope, said:

"Offering alternative terrestrial connectivity routes is a critical way to protect against infrastructure vulnerabilities, ensuring that enterprises can capture more opportunities and scale with reliable connectivity."

Mr. Ali Y. Dawood, the Director General of ITPC, said:

"This partnership marks a significant milestone in strengthening Iraq's position as a connectivity corridor, especially by providing an alternative path to Europe. We are committed to delivering connectivity solutions that the people of Iraq can trust and use to enable seamless global connectivity."  link

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Tishwash:  The budget schedules will be released in mid-June.

The Finance Committee of the Iraqi Parliament revealed government efforts to submit the 2025 budget tables to Parliament, expecting the tables to be submitted to Parliament in the middle of next month. 

Committee member Moein Al-Kadhimi said in a press statement, "We have received information that the Ministry of Finance, along with the Ministry of Planning, is preparing budget tables for the year 2025 based on recent financial and economic changes, with the decline in oil prices. We expect these tables to be submitted in mid-June."

 Al-Kadhimi explained, "These agendas will reach the committee when the House of Representatives resumes its sessions. If the agendas reach the House, it will be obligated to hold sessions. This issue will certainly not be free of disagreements, whether political or technical. We may need approximately a month to vote on the agendas after they officially reach the committee and study them from various angles."  link

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Tishwash:  Huge untapped wealth... Iraq's top 5 mines

Iraq's five most prominent mines reveal a map of mineral wealth that remains untapped due to decades of security challenges that have led to the neglect of these resources.

 According to a report published by the Energy Platform, Iraq's most prominent minerals include "sulfur, phosphate, and rock salt, along with strategic minerals such as iron, manganese, zinc, and lead." The report indicated that "despite the dominance of oil in the economy, Iraq boasts vast mineral resources concentrated in a number of mines."

The platform stated in its report: "The mining sector in Iraq has been marginalized for decades due to political and security tensions. However, recent years have witnessed increased interest in revitalizing this vital sector. The Iraqi government is currently attempting to attract international investment to revive these mines, particularly with the move to diversify the economy away from its reliance on oil."

She added: "Geological data and surveys indicate that Iraq possesses vast reserves of important ores such as sulfur, phosphate, rock salt, iron, and manganese, some of which are ranked among the largest in the world. International reports also reveal that Iraq holds the world's largest reserves of free sulfur, in addition to significant reserves of silica sand."

Energy highlighted the five most prominent mines in Iraq, which form a unique geological map that could position Iraq among the region's leading mineral-producing countries.

Al-Mashraq Mine

The Mishraq mine is one of the largest natural sulfur mines in the world, containing vast reserves of natural sulfur close to the Earth's surface. Sulfur is extracted from the mine by fusion and is used in the fertilizer, petroleum product, and water treatment industries.

According to Energy, "exploitation of the mine began in the 1960s and reached its peak in the 1970s, but ceased after 2003. Despite plans to rehabilitate it, the mine remains out of service. The mine consists of three fields. The first field's reserves are estimated at 23.5 million tons, the second field's reserves are 65.8 million tons, and the third field's reserves are 224 million tons."

The Mishraq mine suffered extensive damage during the ISIS era, when the group set fire to sulfur storage facilities in 2016, causing a rare environmental disaster.

Akashat Mine

The Akashat mine, located in Anbar Governorate, is one of the richest phosphate deposits in the Middle East, with total reserves estimated at more than 7 billion tons, making it one of the top five mines in Iraq.

She said: "The extracted phosphate is used in the manufacture of fertilizers, phosphoric acid, and animal feed, and its reserves in the western desert of Iraq are estimated at more than 10 billion tons."

The mine includes an open quarry, a processing plant, and a railway line connecting it to the Al-Qaim plant. However, the infrastructure has been damaged by wars and terrorism, halting production for many years. Efforts are underway to restart the mine through investment partnerships .
 
Samawah Mine

The Samawah mine, located in Muthanna Governorate in southern Iraq, is "one of the five most prominent mines in Iraq specializing in extracting rock salt. The salt ore there is distinguished by its high quality and pure sedimentary composition, and is used in the food and chemical industries," according to what the "Energy" platform reviewed.
 
She added, "The mine operates intermittently and is managed by the General Company for Mining Industries. It suffers from a lack of investment, but it covers a significant portion of the local market's needs, with the potential to develop it into a regional center for salt exports."
 
Iron and manganese

Sulaymaniyah Governorate in the Kurdistan Region has "promising areas for iron deposits, particularly in Qara Dagh and Birspi, where sedimentary rocks contain hematite and magnetite ores at concentrations ranging from 30 to 45%."

Despite these positive indicators, according to the Energy report, "none of these mines have been commercially exploited yet. Manganese is found in areas such as Soran and Dohuk, but exploration is still preliminary. Factors such as the lack of infrastructure and transportation, in addition to weak financing, represent the most significant obstacles to developing these sites."

Zinc and lead

The Ministry of Energy explained that "there are indications of the presence of good-quality zinc and lead deposits within MVT-type replacement carbonate formations in mountainous areas near the Turkish and Iranian borders, such as Mergasor, Zakho, and Qalaat Diza."

"The main minerals there include galena and sphalerite, along with barite and fluorite. Despite the presence of these resources, the mines have not yet been exploited, but they represent a golden opportunity for Iraq's future plans to develop the mining sector."  link

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Stealth QE, Fed Secretly Bought $43.6B in Bonds, Why are they Hiding it?

Stealth QE, Fed Secretly Bought $43.6B in Bonds, Why are they Hiding it?

Daniela Cambone:  5-29-2025

The Federal Reserve’s recent actions are sparking debate about whether they’re quietly resurrecting quantitative easing (QE).

Michael Gentile, founding partner at Bastion Asset Management, argues emphatically that they are. In a recent interview with Daniela Cambone on ITM Trading, Gentile pointed to the Fed’s purchase of $43 billion in U.S. bonds as a sign of “how precarious the situation” has become for the U.S. economy.

While the Fed may be avoiding the “QE” label, Gentile believes this intervention is driven by concerning underlying factors. He highlights the rising U.S. deficits and a dwindling pool of natural buyers for U.S. debt. This leaves the Fed increasingly pressured to step in and prop up the market for U.S. Treasuries.

But the ramifications extend far beyond U.S. borders. According to Gentile, this situation is triggering a significant shift in global reserve strategy. Central banks around the world are reportedly diversifying their holdings, reducing their reliance on the U.S. dollar and actively accumulating physical gold.

“We’re seeing a multi-year, multi-decade rotation out of U.S. dollar assets into gold,” Gentile stated. This isn’t just a short-term reaction to market volatility; it represents a fundamental re-evaluation of global economic security.

The concerns stem from the potential for a self-perpetuating cycle. Increased government spending leads to larger deficits, requiring more borrowing. If the market isn’t willing to absorb this debt at acceptable interest rates, the Fed might be forced to intervene, artificially suppressing rates and potentially fueling inflation.

This intervention further devalues the U.S. dollar, making it less attractive as a reserve currency. Central banks, tasked with managing their nation’s wealth and protecting its economic stability, are then driven to seek alternative assets.

Gold, a traditional safe-haven asset, is seeing renewed interest. Its intrinsic value and historical resilience make it an attractive alternative to a potentially weakening dollar. Central banks diversifying into gold are essentially hedging against the risks associated with U.S. debt and the ongoing economic uncertainties.

Gentile’s perspective suggests that investors should carefully consider their own portfolio allocations. While the U.S. dollar remains a dominant force in the global economy, increasing diversification into assets like gold could provide a hedge against potential devaluation and economic instability.

The long-term implications of these trends remain to be seen. However, the growing concerns about U.S. debt and the flight to gold highlight the importance of staying informed and considering a diversified investment strategy in an increasingly uncertain global economic landscape.

https://youtu.be/p8HYs3Cx8n4

The Financial Reset Has Begun

Francis Hunt: The Financial Reset Has Begun

Wealthion:  5-29-2025

Francis Hunt, founder of The Market Sniper, joins Maggie Lake for an alarming and wide-ranging macro discussion.

He warns that the global financial system is already collapsing, starting with the U.S. bond market and spreading across fiat currencies worldwide.

According to Francis, we’ve reached the end of a 45-year supercycle of debt, and what comes next is a full reset: collapsing markets, a global depression, rising authoritarianism, and the dawn of a new digital system.

Key Topics:

Why the 40-year bond bull market is dead

How fiat currency is losing its credibility fast

Why gold is the ultimate reserve asset, and will go parabolic

The real role of Bitcoin and select digital tokens

How CBDCs will power the next monetary system

Why property and equities could crash hard

The coming wealth shift from West to East

How governments will clamp down with surveillance and taxation

What investors can do to protect and position themselves

Chapters:

0:34 - Francis Hunt’s Bold Forecast: The Debt Collapse Has Begun

5:10 - What Does “Collapse” Really Mean? Francis Breaks It Down

17:31 - Inflation Explosion? How Fast Prices Could Spiral

22:06 - Why the Next Crisis Could Be Immune to QE

 31:32 - The First Domino: Stocks, Housing, or Credit?

 43:50 - How to Protect Your Wealth Before It’s Too Late

 50:32 - Gold Panic or Golden Opportunity?

57:06 - Could Bitcoin Replace the Dollar as Reserve Currency?

1:01:23 - Gold vs. Crypto: Which Will Lead the Next Financial Era?

1:04:32 - What Could Stop the Collapse—and Will It Happen in Time?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cp9NM9sbjEM

Iraq Economic News And Points To Ponder Thursday Afternoon 5-29-25

The Iraqi Dinar Is Recovering, While Markets Are Dying. An Economic Recession Is Hitting Kurdistan.
 
Baghdad Today – Kurdistan  With markets hushed and shelves increasingly empty, the Kurdistan  Region is experiencing economic stagnation despite signs of recovery in the rest of Iraq, with the dollar's exchange rate declining and the dinar's strength recovering.
 
While some provinces are breathing a sigh of relief, Kurdistan remains mired in a vicious cycle of mounting crises, with citizens seeing no sign of this apparent improvement.

The Kurdish street isn't asking about economic indicators, but about a missing salary, a lost job opportunity, and cash flow that has become as scarce as rain in a time of drought.
 
There's no dinar in hand, no dollar in pocket, just a long wait for a hope that may never come, and
suffering that deepens with every day that salaries are delayed and the circles of unemployment expand.
 
"The problem is not the exchange rate"
 
In this context, experts are increasingly warning that the crisis lies not in the exchange rate,
but rather in the absence of economic policies that ensure the benefits of the improvement reach citizens.
 
This was pointed out by economic expert Farman Hussein on Wednesday (May 28, 2025), who
asserted that the  Kurdistan Region remains outside the circle of economic recovery,
despite all the positive changes in the currency exchange rate.
 
Hussein told Baghdad Today, "Despite the decline in the dollar exchange rate and the recovery of the Iraqi dinar,  the markets in the Kurdistan Region have yet to benefit from this decline   and are still suffering from stagnation."

 He added,  "The region's problem lies in the lack of financial liquidity.
 
Citizens do not have dollars or dinars due to the non-payment of salaries, the scarcity of job opportunities, the high unemployment rate, and the weakness of banking transactions.
 
All of these factors lead to a lack of financial liquidity."
 
Variation in the Iraqi economic scene
 
For months, Iraq has witnessed a significant improvement in the value of the dinar against the dollar,
as a result of a series of government and banking measures aimed at  regulating the market and   controlling the flow of foreign currencies.
 
This has had a positive impact on  purchasing power in a number of governorates and has contributed to a  relative easing of economic pressures on Iraqi citizens.

However, this improvement was not comprehensive, as the Kurdistan Region remained in a state of marked economic recession,  despite the decline in the dollar's value.
 
The structural problems plaguing the region, most notably the crisis of delayed salaries, high unemployment rates, and  weak liquidity in the markets, prevented any real recovery that could be felt by citizens.    https://baghdadtoday.news/275159-.html

Sudan's Financial Advisor: Cooperative Hypermarkets Reduced Demand For The Parallel Dollar And Prevented A Rise In Inflation.
 
May 29, 2025  Baghdad/Iraq Observer  The Prime Minister's financial advisor, Mazhar Saleh, confirmed that the  hypermarket policy has effectively contributed to reducing demand for dollars on the parallel market,  which has had a positive impact on price stability.  

In a press statement, he explained that this policy helped prevent inflation rates from rising, keeping them within the 3% range, noting that the measures implemented have boosted market confidence.

He added that the  proliferation of hypermarkets has encouraged merchants to shift toward importing through official dollars instead of parallel currencies,  which has contributed to  regulating market activity and  financing foreign trade in a legal and stable manner.  https://observeriraq.net/المستشار-المالي-للسوداني-هايبر-ماركت/  

Association Of Private Banks: Most Of Our Banks Have Adhered To Transparency And Compliance Standards And Followed National And International Regulations.
 
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 | Economic  Number of readings: 168  Baghdad / NINA / The Iraqi Private Banks Association confirmed the ability of Iraqi banks to overcome this stage and return confidently to the global economic system.
 
"Our second conference is of exceptional importance in light of the escalating challenges facing Arab banks, particularly Iraqi banks, amid a complex economic and security environment that directly impacts our relations with the global financial system," said Wadih Al-Handhal, head of the Association of Private Banks, during the opening of the second session of the  Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism Conference in Baghdad. 

He added, "Despite the recent measures imposed on some Iraqi banks, we affirm that these decisions do not reflect the reality of the sector.
 
The majority of banks have  demonstrated a high commitment to transparency and compliance standards and have followed approved national and international regulations.
 
Despite the challenges, they continue to play their role in   supporting the national economy and  enhancing financial stability." 

 He explained:  "These measures have  had a negative impact on the image of the Iraqi banking system as a whole and have  diminished the confidence of international partners,  even among institutions that are leaders in compliance and governance."
 

Al-Handhal stressed that "the Iraqi banking sector is witnessing major transformations, and the  Central Bank of Iraq, with direct government support, is currently implementing an ambitious reform plan aimed at   enhancing international confidence and  raising the sector's efficiency,
 
particularly in the areas of compliance and combating money laundering."  He continued,
 
"During the conference, we will discuss research papers and specialized opinions that seek to overcome challenges and consolidate compliance rules.
 
The conference topics include the
 
     challenges of opening accounts with correspondent banks,
     enhancing cooperation between Arab banks, the
     role of technology and artificial intelligence in
     supporting compliance, local and international legislation, and the
     role of central banks in consolidating sustainable compliance." / https://ninanews.com/Website/News/Details?key=1229496  

Parliamentary Finance: We Support Efforts To Develop The Iraqi Banking Sector And Are Following Up On The Required Legislation.
 
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 | Economic     Number of readings: 296  Baghdad / NINA / The Parliamentary Finance Committee affirmed its full support for efforts aimed at developing the Iraqi banking sector and its keenness to follow up on the legislation required to enhance Iraq's compliance with international standards. It also stressed the need to balance strict compliance with achieving economic growth goals,  supporting the private sector, and  facilitating investment.
 
“International regulatory obligations imposed on financial institutions,
particularly those related to combating money laundering and terrorist financing,
 
have become among the most prominent requirements that affect the nature of the relationship between local banks and their global counterparts,” 

said committee chairman MP Atwan Al-Atwani during the Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism conference, which kicked off Wednesday in Baghdad.
 
“Fulfilling these requirements is a prerequisite for developing a safe and stable banking environment
capable of interacting positively with the global financial system.”

He added, "Iraq's engagement, represented by its national banks, in this international regulatory environment is not an option,  but rather a national necessity  to protect the financial system from cross-border risks and to ensure the continued flow of investments and capital,
 
which directly contributes to supporting economic and social development efforts and enhancing confidence in the national economy."

 He continued,  "Iraq has made significant progress on this path over the past few years, as the Iraqi banking system has witnessed major developments,
 
represented by the modernization of the legal and regulatory structure, the
issuance of instructions related to compliance and tightening oversight, and
work to build qualified banking cadres capable of dealing with these changes."
 
“We have seen the Central Bank of Iraq’s keenness to  adopt a reform and development approach, by imposing precise and updated instructions in line with international best practices, as well as its relentless efforts to enhance transparency and strengthen the system for combating money laundering and terrorist financing,” he added, noting
 
the importance of this conference, which constitutes an important platform for exchanging experiences and  reviewing the latest developments in international legislation, and highlighting the experiences of other countries in this field, especially with regard to  modern compliance techniques,  best methods of internal control, and    risk management.    https://ninanews.com/Website/News/Details?key=1229562  

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Vietnam News Posted by Henig at KTFA 5-29-2025

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Henig:  New Zealand, Việt Nam expand timber trade partnership

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 14:15 HÀ NỘI —

New Zealand Forestry and Trade Minister Todd McClay on Tuesday unveiled a new bilateral agreement with Vietnam designed to boost timber exports and remove potential trade barriers in the forestry sector between the two nations.

Under the agreement, New Zealand’s radiata pine will be recognised under Việt Nam’s evolving timber construction standards, paving the way for increased market access in the rapidly developing Vietnamese market.

Minister McClay highlighted that the pact is expected to drive growth in the NZ$2.68 billion (US$1.59 billion) bilateral trade and expand the NZ$ 48 million worth of sawn timber New Zealand currently ships to Việt Nam.

He emphasised Việt Nam’s strong economic trajectory, noting that its economy has doubled over the past decade and is poised to lead global income growth.

This trend is expected to spur construction activity and demand for sustainable building materials, creating further opportunities for New Zealand’s wood sector.

The agreement is set to add value to New Zealand’s timber products and offer opportunities in addition to exporting logs. It boosts the country's export potential and helps double its exports by value in 10 years. — VNS

https://bizhub.vn/new-zealand-viet-nam-expand-timber-trade-partnership-post376566.html

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Henig:  PM Chính proposes financial centre connectivity among ASEAN, Gulf nations and China

May 27, 2025 - 18:17 PM

Phạm Minh Chính welcomed the fact that the world’s three leading economic engines — ASEAN, the GCC and China — are engaging in dialogue, strengthening coordination and opening up a historic opportunity to build a new inter-regional strategic cooperation space for a prosperous, inclusive and sustainable future for all countries.

 HÀ NỘI — Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính proposed enhancing financial centre connectivity among ASEAN countries, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and China at the ASEAN-GCC-China Summit in Kuala Lumpur on Tuesday.

He suggested establishing a robust financial connectivity network linking major regional centres such as HCM City, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Bangkok, Shanghai, Dubai and Riyadh, creating a seamless inter-regional financial ecosystem that could serve as a launchpad for breakthrough cooperation between ASEAN, the GCC and China.

 At the summit, themed 'Synergising Economic Opportunities Towards Shared Prosperity', PM Chính welcomed the fact that the world’s three leading economic engines — ASEAN, the GCC and China — are engaging in dialogue, strengthening coordination and opening up a historic opportunity to build a new inter-regional strategic cooperation space for a prosperous, inclusive and sustainable future for all countries.

He highlighted the need to focus on cooperation in trade, investment and supply chain connectivity and to avoid politicising science and technology, investment and development.

He proposed effectively leveraging existing frameworks such as the ASEAN-China Free Trade Agreement, promoting the signing of the ASEAN-GCC Free Trade Agreement and studying the possibility of developing inter-regional connectivity into a comprehensive trilateral economic cooperation mechanism, including the potential formation of an ASEAN-GCC-China Free Trade Agreement.

The Vietnamese leader called for high priority to be given to strategic and breakthrough sectors. With ASEAN finalising its Digital Economy Framework Agreement, he stressed that this was a “golden moment” to build a connected, secure and sustainable digital space.

Reaffirming that capital flow is the lifeblood of strong, continuous and sustainable economic development, the PM expressed his belief that these directions would lay the foundation for strong development in other fields such as tourism, cultural exchange and connections among the civilisations of the three regions, setting a solid groundwork for deep, comprehensive and long-term cooperation among ASEAN, the GCC and China.

He affirmed that Việt Nam was committed to continuing its role as a reliable bridge and a responsible partner, and was ready to accompany and contribute to peace, stability and shared prosperity for all the peoples and nations of ASEAN, the GCC and China.

Leaders of the participating countries expressed confidence that ASEAN, the GCC and China could leverage the strengths of the three economies with a combined GDP of US$24.87 trillion and a population of approximately 2.15 billion.

 The countries reaffirmed their commitment to promoting trade, investment, finance, supply chain connectivity and market access for ASEAN, GCC and China. They also emphasised advancing cooperation in emerging fields such as digital technology, artificial intelligence and renewable energy as well as enhancing cultural exchanges, educational collaboration and tourism development.

The nations also pledged to kick off new initiatives to foster mutual understanding and people-to-people connectivity across regions. During the conference, time was also allocated to discuss international and regional issues.

Participants shared concerns about the complex developments in the Gaza Strip, reaffirmed support for the peace process and the establishment of an independent Palestinian state under the two-state solution in accordance with international law and relevant United Nations Security Council resolutions.

 https://vietnamnews.vn/politics-laws/1718457/pm-chinh-proposes-financial-centre-connectivity-among-asean-gulf-nations-and-china.html

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U.S. Department of Labor Reverses 2022 Guidance That Blocked Digital Assets From 401(k) Plans

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is scrapping a mandate in its 2022 guidance that prevented digital assets from being included in 401(k) retirement plans.

In a new press release, the DOL says it’s rolling back its 2022 compliance release, which previously instructed institutions to forgo using crypto assets as options for 401(k) plans.

In 2022, the DOL warned fiduciaries to use "extreme care" before offering digital assets as options for retirement plans, language that was considered unusual at the time as the agency historically has taken a neutral approach toward the subject, according to the press release.

According to U.S. Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-DeRemer, the DOL is rolling back the government overreach created by the Biden Administration.

Says Chavez-DeRemer,

"The Biden administration’s department of labor made a choice to put their thumb on the scale. We’re rolling back this overreach and making it clear that investment decisions should be made by fiduciaries, not D.C. bureaucrats."

The DOL says it’s neither endorsing nor disapproving of employers who choose to include crypto assets and notes that its reasoning extends to other crypto-related products, such as derivatives.

Previously, the DOL said it had "serious concerns" about people’s retirement funds being tied up in crypto due to "significant risks of fraud, theft, and loss."

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Source:  DailyHodl

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Russia Allows Banks to Offer Crypto Products to Accredited Investors

Russian banks have started rolling out crypto investment products tied to the price of Bitcoin following a greenlight from the central bank.

The Bank of Russia has permitted financial institutions to offer certain cryptocurrency-based financial instruments to accredited investors.

Russian banks are now free to provide qualified investors with a range of crypto products, including crypto derivatives, securities, and other digital financial assets tied to crypto prices, the central bank announced on May 28.

A key stipulation, however, is that these products must not involve the "actual delivery of cryptocurrencies," the Bank of Russia emphasized.

The announcement came alongside the Bank of Russia reporting a 51% increase in crypto asset inflows by Russian residents in the first quarter of 2025, totaling 7.3 trillion rubles ($81.5 billion).

T-Bank Among the First to Offer Bitcoin Investment Products

Some major Russian banks started rolling out cryptocurrency investment products immediately following the Bank of Russia’s announcement.

T-Bank (formerly Tinkoff Bank), one of the largest commercial banks in Russia, announced on May 29 the offering of digital financial assets (DFA) tied to Bitcoin.

“The tool allows you to invest in cryptocurrency in rubles through a familiar application — safely and within the legal framework of the Russian Federation, without opening an account on a crypto exchange and difficulties with protecting your wallet,” the bank said.

T-Bank’s new “smart asset” offering is issued through the Russian state-backed tokenization platform Atomyze and is available exclusively to accredited investors.

Direct Crypto Investments Still Not Encouraged

While greenlighting local lenders to offer crypto products, the Russian central bank still maintains a restrictive approach regarding direct cryptocurrency investment.

“The Bank of Russia still does not recommend financial institutions and their clients to invest directly in cryptocurrencies,” the Bank of Russia said in a statement.

The central bank also noted the ongoing government discussions on the potential launch of an experimental regime that would allow certain investors to trade crypto assets like Bitcoin directly.

Russia’s Estimated CEX Holdings Are at $9.2 Billion

In its latest financial stability review, the Bank of Russia estimated Russians’ crypto holdings on centralized exchanges (CEXs) at 827 billion rubles ($9.2 billion).

According to the authority, Bitcoin is leading Russians’ CEX holdings with a 62% share, with Ether (ETH) following at 22%. Stablecoins like Tether (USDT) and Circle’s USDC ranked third with a share of 15.9%.

Some local crypto enthusiasts observed that the actual figure of cryptocurrency held by Russians is significantly bigger than the estimated CEX holdings reported by the Bank of Russia.

“I know that [Pavel] Durov and [Alexey] Bilyuchenko alone have more money in their wallets than this amount,” Sergey Mendeleev, founder of the digital settlement exchange Exved, wrote on his Telegram channel. He hinted that Russians hold much bigger crypto amounts in wallets and decentralized exchanges.

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Source:  Cointelegraph

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