“Tidbits From TNT” Friday Morning 11-21-2025

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Tishwash:  Learn about the "secret operations room" that monitors the pulse of the Iraqi economy and protects the dinar from fluctuations.

 While the domestic debate continues regarding the exchange rate and the future of the dinar, the Central Bank of Iraq's recent statement on the tasks of its Investment Department has revealed another dimension to the monetary landscape—one that is deeper, less visible, yet highly influential.

This department, which manages foreign reserves and balances global market risks, is now described by economists as the "silent backbone" of the Iraqi economy, alongside oil, and the foundation upon which the most significant financial transformations underway in the country are taking place.

Economic expert Nasser al-Tamimi confirmed to Baghdad Today that the department has transformed in recent years from a traditional bureaucratic unit into a true center of gravity, preserving the stability of public finances and defining the Central Bank's room for maneuver in the foreign exchange market. He told Baghdad Today that the prudent management of foreign assets—from government bonds to gold, deposits, and low-risk instruments—has enabled Iraq to weather the waves of global market turmoil and mitigated the impact on the dinar and the country's financial balance.

The Central Bank's technical statement, while employing specialized language regarding balances, transfers, and investment plans, nonetheless attracted the attention of international experts who analyzed its implicit messages. Bankers point out that the Central Bank's explicit declaration that the department's activities aim to stabilize the exchange rate does not necessarily mean an immediate appreciation of the dinar.

However, it is a strong indication that preparations for a stable monetary reform have effectively begun. These experts believe the Central Bank is waiting for the "safest moment" to take any significant steps, given the extreme sensitivity of the Iraqi market.

Any adjustment to the exchange rate system—whether an appreciation or a restructuring—requires a robust structure capable of absorbing shocks.

At the heart of this shift, two phrases in the Central Bank's statement caught the attention of experts: "operational continuity" and "risks associated with oil revenue currencies."

These are phrases typically used in international contexts related to deep monetary reforms and preparing for potential fluctuations that may accompany opening up to global markets.

 Specialists interpret this as part of restructuring Iraq's financial sector infrastructure in line with IMF recommendations, the requirements for joining the World Trade Organization, and gradual integration into the global financial system.

However, the most sensitive transformation is not limited to the investment sector alone, but encompasses an entire system being developed in parallel.

 Starting Saturday (November 22), all cross-border payments in Iraq will transition to the ISO 20022 standard, the system adopted by the most advanced economies. Furthermore, all banks in Iraq have been mandated to finalize their capital plans according to the ICAAP model and undergo rigorous stress tests to demonstrate their ability to withstand exchange rate fluctuations of up to 30%, a collapse in oil prices, or a sudden run on deposits, while maintaining their solvency.

Economists believe these two steps are not merely technical updates, but rather represent—quite literally—the final two key conditions that the International Monetary Fund, the US Treasury Department, the Bank for International Settlements, and major correspondent banks in New York and London stipulated must be met before Iraq could fully participate in the international foreign exchange market.

They emphasize that the fundamental problem with the dinar today is not its market value, but rather that Iraq remains "blocked" from the global exchange market, and that adopting Basel III-ICAAP and ISO 20022 standards is what will pave the way for gradually lifting this blockade.

Analyses indicate that the Iraqi dinar remains trapped in a restricted market, unable to be traded in large quantities except through the daily dollar auction. Furthermore, prior to adhering to the new standards, local banks appeared structurally unstable to international banks, and their payment channels relied on outdated SWIFT systems dating back three decades, placing them under suspicion of money laundering.

Now, with banks required to disclose their actual capacity to absorb shocks, the pretext that prevented major international dealers from dealing directly in dinars is diminishing.

In this context, experts believe that Iraq is nearing the end of the "forced peg" of its exchange rate, which effectively began in October 2021 when it was announced that "the rate will remain fixed until 2025."

With this date approaching and the technical requirements for monetary reform being finalized, some believe that Iraq may be entering a new phase that might not be a direct revaluation of the dinar, but which will at least pave the way for a more stable and transparent exchange market.

Al-Tamimi concludes by saying, “Oil provides the funds, but it is the investment department that ensures those funds are not lost to market fluctuations.”

He adds that the next phase may witness an expansion of the department’s role in regulating monetary policy, and that the strength of reserves and the stability of the banking sector will be the most decisive factors in the future of the dinar. link

Tishwash:  A highly anticipated US visit and Savaya's appearance at the Pentagon send strong messages about a "completely different phase" in Iraq.

What does Washington have up its sleeve?

Baghdad is preparing to receive a high-level American delegation in the coming days, at a time that suggests Washington has decided to move from a phase of quiet observation to one of targeted intervention, coinciding with the redrawing of the power map after the elections.

The visit comes as the controversy surrounding the surprise appearance of US Special Envoy Mark Savaya at the Pentagon has yet to subside, less than four hours after the same coordinating body announced its formation as the "largest bloc"—a move widely interpreted as a direct political message rather than a routine meeting.

Political sources confirmed to Baghdad Today that the American delegation's visit is not merely a protocol visit, but rather carries a clear position regarding the formation of the next government. Washington wants a stable and effective government that does not reflect parallel power structures.

 The US administration believes its political and economic support is contingent on Baghdad's ability to establish a governing framework that prevents armed groups from influencing executive decisions and ensures that the instruments of power remain solely in the hands of state institutions.

Behind these messages lies the issue of uncontrolled weapons, a central focus of the American approach. Washington believes the incoming government will face a direct test regarding the role of factions within the political process, the nature of their participation in governance, and the limits of their security influence.

Diplomatic sources believe the United States wants clear commitments before fully recognizing the new government and may escalate pressure if it perceives the political equation as shifting toward a factional government with significant parliamentary influence.

The economic dimensions are equally, and perhaps even more, present than they appear on the surface. The US administration is preparing to revive major projects such as investment in Baghdad International Airport, which has returned to the forefront as a strategic project no less important than oil and energy.

There is talk within US circles of a desire to develop the airport through operational and investment partnerships that would provide it with an advanced operational infrastructure and connect it to a broader network of commercial air transport. There is also a push to expand US investment in oil and gas fields and to develop the energy, transportation, and port sectors, as these are considered key to long-term economic stability in Iraq.

The appearance of Savaya within the Pentagon has given these files an added dimension. International relations expert Hussein al-Asaad, speaking to Baghdad Today, believes that placing the Iraqi file on the desk of the Secretary of Defense, rather than the State Department, reflects a shift in Iraq's focus from diplomatic discussions to direct U.S. national security concerns.

Al-Asaad explains this shift as a result of growing anxiety in Washington regarding the future of foreign forces, the activities of armed factions, threats related to regional conflict, and the nature of the next government and the potential changes it might bring to the balance of power.

Al-Asaad points out that Savaya, with his economic background, represents a bridge between the security and investment sectors, making his presence at the Department of Defense a sign that Washington is now dealing with the Iraqi file as a complex issue that combines security, politics, and economics. From this perspective, the United States' aspiration to restructure its economic presence in Iraq is no longer separate from its security vision, but rather complements it.

As for the timing, diplomatic sources confirmed to Baghdad Today that publishing photos of the meeting just hours after the announcement of the "largest bloc" coordination framework was not a spontaneous move. According to these sources, Washington wanted to send a clear signal to the political forces that the formation of the next government would be under direct scrutiny, and that the United States would not be lenient with any political formula that weakens the state or opens the door to unchecked influence.

Observers believe that Iraq finds itself at a critical juncture with multifaceted dimensions. Political forces are moving towards forming a government that, thus far, appears to lean heavily towards the influence of armed factions. Washington is intensifying its messaging through the anticipated visit and the movements of the Savaya delegation. Economic issues are resurfacing strongly, from the airport to the oil fields to energy projects. And the regional environment is exerting significant pressure on the shape of future policies in Baghdad.

Between these overlapping circles, the next phase appears governed by a delicate equation: no governmental stability without calming the security situation, no international support without a clear economic vision, and no internal balance without redefining the boundaries of political and military influence. At the heart of this equation, the United States stands closer than ever to the government formation process, at a moment when the first outlines of the coming years are being drawn.   link

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Tishwash: Kurdistan Finance Ministry: Salaries of those not registered in the "My Account" project will be suspended at the end of this year.

The Ministry of Finance and Economy of the Kurdistan Regional Government announced on Thursday that the salaries of civilian and military employees who have not registered themselves in the "My Account" project will be suspended based on a decision by the Federal Ministry of Finance.

The ministry said in a statement seen by “Al-Eqtisad News” that all employees, security affiliates and beneficiary families who have not yet filled out the “My Account” project form will have their salaries suspended when the September salary is disbursed until the form is completed.

She noted that families whose bank card procedures have been completed but who have not yet received their cards must visit the banks to receive them, indicating that the October salary will be disbursed exclusively through the "My Account" project.

 The Ministry of Finance confirmed that about 90% of the employees of the Kurdistan Region, both civilian and military, in addition to those receiving salaries, have completed the registration process, while some of them are still not registered.

She explained that, according to the decision of the Federal Ministry of Finance, any employee or beneficiary in the region who does not have a bank account and does not register in the “My Account” project by the end of this year will have their salaries suspended from Baghdad and will not be disbursed in the region.

She pointed out that the disbursement of salaries after the beginning of next year will not be in cash at all, and that anyone who causes a delay in the registration procedures will bear the legal and administrative responsibility  link

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Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Thursday Afternoon 11-20-25

The Prime Minister Directs The Shift Towards Electronic Payment For Electricity Bills

Thursday, November 20, 2025 | Economy Number of views: 383   Baghdad/ NINA /Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani directed the Ministry of Electricity to transition to electronic payment for electricity bills, particularly for high loads and commercial, industrial, and agricultural sectors supplied with electricity.

The Prime Minister's Media Office stated in a press release: "Al-Sudani chaired a meeting today, Thursday, to follow up on the electricity billing file, in the presence of the Minister of Electricity, the Head of the Board of Advisors, senior staff from the Ministry of Electricity, and a number of officials concerned with this file."

The statement added: "During the meeting, the current distribution plan and a roadmap for resolving bottlenecks were discussed, along with a report on the plan to reduce energy losses and waste, aiming to reach a 40% reduction in current losses and to take deterrent legal measures regarding losses in certain areas."

The meeting also discussed calculating the value of supplied energy and the energy metered, comparing them to the actual collection amount, and conducting a general review of electronic billing over the past two months across the country, measuring the extent of the increase achieved.  https://ninanews.com/Website/News/Details?key=1262925

Iraq Enters The Era Of "Digital Maturity"... Huge Leaps In The Use Of The Internet And Social Media

Money and Business  Economy News - Follow-up   Iraq is witnessing a significant acceleration in the use of digital technology in its various forms and methods, coinciding with the entry of thousands of international companies into the Iraqi market. This surge in digital consumption is attributed to what could be considered excessive usage.

According to official figures released by global digital companies, most notably We Are Social, this trend is occurring amidst warnings about the continued escalation of reliance on rapidly advancing technologies and their increasing dominance over the lives of Iraqi citizens, despite the positive aspects of the current digital maturity.

The latest digital data released for October 2025 revealed radical shifts in the Iraqi technological landscape, with the country recording record jumps in internet and smartphone usage rates, a clear indication that Iraq is entering a phase of accelerated "digital maturity".

A report issued by We Are Social, which highlights the adoption of connected services, showed that Iraq is witnessing an unprecedented phenomenon in the use of social media, which grew by a tremendous 17% in just one year, with the number of digital identities exceeding 40 million.

In detailing the figures, the report explained that the number of mobile phone subscriptions in Iraq has exceeded the actual population, reaching 50.8 million subscriptions, in a country with a population of 47.3 million people, and with a penetration rate of 108% of the total population, the concept is established that the Iraqi citizen depends entirely on the mobile phone as a main gateway to the world, with the phenomenon of an individual owning more than one SIM card being widespread.

These figures come in conjunction with the rise in the country’s urbanization rate to 72.2%, which has facilitated the deployment of communications infrastructure in cities and densely populated areas.

The internet is no longer a luxury in Iraq, but a necessity for daily life. The report indicated that 39.6 million Iraqis use the internet, which is equivalent to 83.8% of the population. This widespread use, which grew by 4.7% compared to last year, practically means the disappearance of the “digital divide” that the country suffered from in previous decades, paving the way for distance education services and digital work.

The most controversial and interesting figure in the 2025 report is the "rocketing" increase in the number of social media users, with 5.8 million new users joining these platforms in the last 12 months alone.

Ali Nouri, a researcher and specialist in digital media, believes that “the number of social media accounts exceeding (40.1 million) the number of actual internet users reflects a deep division of Iraqi society in the virtual space, and the multiplicity of accounts for one individual across different platforms, which makes these platforms the new ‘public arena’ for Iraqis.”

Nouri affirms: “This new digital landscape opens the door for the business sector; the data clearly indicates that the Iraqi market is fully ready for a revolution in e-commerce and financial technology (FinTech), and with a user base of this size, companies that do not have a clear digital strategy will find themselves out of the competition.”

He continues, "These figures place the Iraqi government before urgent obligations, most notably the need to move from the traditional e-government to a 'smart government' that provides its services through mobile phone applications to suit the behavior of citizens, in addition to the urgent need for strict legislation related to cybersecurity to protect the data of millions of new users."   https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=62508

The Iraqi Stock Market Saw Its Name Traded With A Financial Value Exceeding 8 Billion Dinars In A Week

Stock Exchange  Economy News – Baghdad   The Iraq Stock Exchange announced on Thursday that its shares were traded with a financial value of more than 8 billion dinars during the five trading sessions held this week, which is nearing its end.

According to market indicators, the number of shares traded during this week exceeded 30 billion shares, with a value of more than 8 billion dinars.

The ISX60 market trading index closed the first session of the week at (957.96) points, while the index closed at the end of the week at (964.96) points, thus achieving an increase of (0.73%) compared to its closing at the beginning of the session.

The ISX15 market trading index closed the first session of the week at (1181.26) points, while the index closed at the end of the week at (1191.65) points, thus achieving an increase of (0.87%) compared to its closing at the beginning of the session.

During the week, (4719) buy and sell contracts were executed on shares of companies listed on the market.
https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=62510

Worth One Billion Dinars, Al-Rafidain Bank Raises The 39th Installment Of The Leadership And Excellence Initiative.

banks   Economy News – Baghdad   Rafidain Bank announced today, Thursday, the release of the thirty-ninth installment of the Leadership and Excellence Initiative dedicated to supporting small and medium enterprises, with a total funding of 1 billion Iraqi dinars distributed across 91 projects.

The bank’s media office said in a statement received by “Al-Eqtisad News” that the release of this batch comes as a continuation of efforts to finance entrepreneurs and youth within the Central Bank of Iraq’s initiative aimed at revitalizing the labor market and supporting productive projects.

The statement added that the number of loans funded since the launch of the initiative until now has reached 4,040, while the total value of the amounts granted has reached 52.941 billion Iraqi dinars, which reflects - according to the bank - its commitment to supporting entrepreneurial projects and enhancing their role in driving the national economy and enabling young people to establish sustainable projects.  https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=62513

Dollar Exchange Rates Fall In Baghdad

Stock Exchange  Economy News – Baghdad  The exchange rate of the US dollar against the Iraqi dinar fell this morning, Thursday, in the markets of the capital, Baghdad.

The dollar exchange rate witnessed a decline in the two main exchanges in Al-Kifah and Al-Harithiya in Baghdad, recording 141,150 dinars for every 100 dollars, after it reached 141,300 dinars for 100 dollars on Wednesday.

Selling prices in exchange shops in the local markets of Baghdad recorded a decrease, with the selling price reaching 142,000 dinars for 100 dollars, while the buying price recorded 140,000 dinars for 100 dollars.
https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=62494

Gold Prices Fall Due To The Strength Of The Dollar

Economy | 09:33 - 20/11/2025   Mawazin News - Follow-up:  Gold prices edged lower under pressure from a stronger dollar and receding expectations of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut in December.

Spot gold fell 0.1% to $4,077.13 per ounce by 03:05 GMT, while U.S. gold futures for December delivery declined 0.2% to $4,075.80 per ounce.

The dollar rose to its highest level in more than two weeks against its rivals, making gold more expensive for holders of other currencies.

Traders estimate a 33% chance of an interest rate cut at the Fed's December 9-10 meeting. Non-yielding gold tends to perform better in low interest rate environments and times of economic uncertainty.

Attention is now focused on the U.S. non-farm payrolls report for September, due later today after being postponed due to the recent U.S. government shutdown, which is expected to provide further clues about the Fed's policy path.

In other precious metals, silver rose 0.2% to $51.44 an ounce in spot trading, platinum climbed 0.9% to $1,559.54, while palladium added 1.1% to $1,395.37.   https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=270530

Oil Prices Rise To $63.72 Per Barrel

economy | 08:42 - 20/11/2025   Oil prices rose slightly, recovering  from losses in the previous session, as markets assessed the latest US proposals to end the war in Ukraine and braced for a US deadline to wind down operations with two major Russian oil companies.

Brent crude futures rose 21 cents, or 0.33%, to $63.72 a barrel by 01:42 GMT, while US West Texas Intermediate crude futures rose 24 cents, or 0.40%, to $59.68.

As part of US efforts to end the long-running conflict, Washington imposed sanctions on Rosneft and Okoil, Russia's largest oil producers and exporters, with a November 21 deadline for them to close operations.

Rosneft has reduced its stake in the Kurdistan Pipeline Company of Iraq, a major oil exporter, to less than 50% in an effort to shield the oil export subsidiary from US sanctions.

Tony Sycamore, a market analyst at IG, said in a note: "We maintain a bullish bias on crude oil as long as it remains above its year-to-date low of around $55.00."   https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=270527

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We’re at EXACT Level That Triggered Every 40% Crash in History – AI Stocks & Bitcoin to Collapse!

We’re at EXACT Level That Triggered Every 40% Crash in History – AI Stocks & Bitcoin to Collapse!

Danoela Cambone :  11-19-2025

In today’s volatile financial landscape, separating genuine market signals from speculative noise is the ultimate challenge. Few analysts are as dedicated to this task as Gareth Soloway, who recently joined Daniela Cambone on ITM Trading for a sweeping, data-driven market analysis.

Soloway, known for his rigorous technical approach, delivered a stark warning across multiple asset classes: while the long-term outlook remains profoundly bullish for key assets like Bitcoin and gold, investors must brace for significant near-term technical corrections. This is the time for prudence, not panic, built on the pillars of diversification and strategic positioning.

For those celebrating Bitcoin’s recent highs, Soloway offers a necessary dose of technical reality. While he maintains a deeply bullish long-term stance on BTC, his analysis points to significant near-term risk based on historical chart patterns.

Soloway identifies key support levels for Bitcoin between $73,000 and $75,000. He anticipates that after a potential immediate dip, Bitcoin could see a substantial technical bounce, potentially pushing toward the $100,000 psychological mark.

The Warning: This upward move is likely a head-f**e. Soloway projects that following that bounce, Bitcoin is technically poised for a deeper correction—a critical piece of analysis often overlooked by media hype.

The enthusiasm surrounding Ethereum and various altcoins (like Solana) is palpable, but Soloway advises extreme caution. While these assets offer enticing swing trading opportunities, the rapid pace of technological evolution and competition introduces systemic risk. In a market correction, these more speculative assets tend to suffer the swiftest and deepest declines.

Soloway’s technical indicators suggest that traditional tangible assets are setting up for monumental rallies, but only after a necessary seasonal pullback.

Gold has shown remarkable strength, but Soloway notes that current market conditions mirror historical patterns that precede major moves.

He forecasts a short-term retracement for gold, pulling the price back down to the $3,500–$3,600 range. Crucially, this is presented not as a collapse, but as the final staging ground for a much larger rally. Soloway projects that by 2026, gold could potentially soar to $5,000 per ounce, reinforcing its role as the premier store of value.

Perhaps the most compelling opportunity lies in the often-overlooked rare metals. Soloway identifies platinum and palladium as significantly undervalued. Given their scarcity and industrial utility, he suggests they possess substantial upside potential, positioning them as alternative hedges alongside gold and Bitcoin against currency degradation.

Silver is following a similar script, showing strong upward momentum but needing to clear a critical technical hurdle. Soloway expects silver to briefly pull back to around $40 per ounce before resuming its powerful upward trajectory.

Soloway’s most pressing warning is directed squarely at the euphoric equity markets, particularly the technology sector fueled by the AI boom.

He argues that the current valuations in key tech areas are divorced from technical and fundamental reality. Specifically focusing on the semiconductor sector (tracked by the SMH ETF), Soloway projects a significant correction.

Soloway forecasts a 40% correction in semiconductors based on the current historical deviation from the 200-week moving average—a key technical benchmark for long-term health.

Soloway stresses that the euphoria driving the tech sector reflects excessive optimism that historically precedes sharp and painful downturns.

The overarching lesson from Soloway’s comprehensive analysis is unambiguous: diversification is not merely wise; it is essential financial defense.

In an environment where governmental scrutiny on digital assets is increasing, and systemic risks—including potential US dollar devaluation and expanding cyber threats—are intensifying, holding a diverse portfolio is paramount.

Soloway concludes by underscoring the enduring value of physical assets like gold and silver. In an age dominated by digital threats and fragile financial systems, these tangible holdings serve as the ultimate insurance policy against the unknown.

Staying ahead means understanding where the hype ends and the technical realities begin. Soloway’s data-driven outlook provides a crucial roadmap for investors seeking to protect and grow their capital through the inevitable market corrections ahead.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pn2xkAaUkho

Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Thursday Afternoon 11-20-25

Good Afternoon Dinar Recaps,

Metals Signal Early Stress as Demand Softens and Supply Controls Tighten

Industrial commodities reveal underlying strain in global manufacturing and trade.

Overview

• Base metals drifted lower this week, reflecting cautious sentiment and uncertainty around delayed U.S. economic data.

• The European Union announced plans to restrict aluminum scrap exports, moving toward tighter resource management.

• Commodity traders are increasingly pricing geopolitical and macro risk, not just supply-and-demand fundamentals.

• Industrial metals continue to serve as early indicators of shifts in global manufacturing momentum.

Key Developments

• Softening demand pressures copper and aluminum, particularly in regions tied to construction, tech, and power infrastructure.

• The EU’s export restrictions indicate a strategic move, prioritizing domestic processing capacity and supply-chain security.

• Traders are shifting toward defensive positions, awaiting clearer economic signals from the U.S.

• Real assets, including metals, are now moving in sync with global liquidity and currency conditions.

Why It Matters
Metals sit at the foundation of industrial power. Shifts in production flows, export rules, and demand patterns indicate that the real-economy side of the reset is accelerating.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar – Commodity & Supply-Chain Reordering: Nations are beginning to lock down critical materials, anticipating deeper strategic competition.

• Pillar – Real-Asset Revaluation: Metals markets are entering a repricing phase tied to inflation, industrial demand, and geopolitical leverage.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• SkillFarm – “Metals Drift Lower as Markets Await U.S. Data”

• Morningstar – “EU Plans to Curb Aluminum Scrap Exports Next Year”

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Dollar Strengthens as Yen Weakens, Signaling a New Currency Crossroads

Global currency markets tighten as rising yields and fiscal pressures reshape FX dynamics.

Overview

• The U.S. dollar rose sharply this week, supported by rising yields and risk-off positioning.

• The Japanese yen slid toward multi-decade lows, raising speculation about potential intervention.

• Currency markets are reacting to policy uncertainty, data delays, and fiscal stress across major economies.

• BRICS de-dollarization efforts remain in the background, but structural pressures are steadily building.

Key Developments

• Dollar strength reflects renewed safe-haven demand, as tighter financial conditions ripple across markets.

• Yen weakness raises alarm, especially as Japan balances rising yields, fiscal expansion, and inflation management.

• Traders are bracing for potential coordinated action, especially if yen volatility intensifies.

• Long-term de-dollarization remains a systemic theme, even as the dollar asserts short-term dominance.

Why It Matters
Currency fluctuations now influence debt markets, trade balances, and geopolitical decisions. FX volatility is becoming a core mechanism in the emerging global reset.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar – Currency Realignment: Market-driven FX moves are pushing nations toward new reserve strategies and intervention frameworks.

• Pillar – Monetary System Transition: The clash between short-term dollar strength and long-term de-dollarization highlights the structural shift underway.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Investopedia – “Markets Update: Dollar Strengthens as Yields Rise”

• Reuters – “Global Markets View: Yen Weakness Sparks Intervention Talk”

• Investing News – “BRICS Currency Developments”

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Saudi’s $1T U-Turn: Turning Away from BRICS, Building With the U.S.

Mohammed bin Salman boosts pledge to nearly $1 trillion in U.S., signaling a major pivot.

Overview

• Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) announced in Washington that the Kingdom will raise its U.S. investment plan from $600 billion to nearly $1 trillion. 

• This comes during a White House visit, where MBS and U.S. President Donald Trump reiterated strategic deals in technology, AI, and critical minerals (“magnets”). 

• The scale of this pledge weakens BRICS’ attempt to court Saudi Arabia as a major new financial partner.

• Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 — its strategy to diversify beyond oil — aligns tightly with the types of sectors named in the investment commitment.

Key Developments

• A $400 billion increase: The Kingdom is boosting its previously announced $600B investment by adding another ~$400B, according to MBS. 

• Broad sector commitment: Investments are earmarked for tech, AI, and “magnets” — a likely reference to rare earths or other strategic materials. 

• Geopolitical pivot away from BRICS: Despite being invited to join BRICS, Saudi Arabia appears to be doubling down on its relationship with the U.S. instead of aligning with the bloc.

• Skeptics question the realism: Some analysts point out that the $1 trillion figure may be aspirational, noting prior commitments were unclear or partially symbolic. 

Why It Matters
This is more than a big investment headline — it’s a structural signal. Saudi Arabia is choosing deep alignment with the U.S. over a geopolitical shift toward BRICS, undermining the bloc’s leverage and reshaping the economic architecture of the Global Reset.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar – Geoeconomic Diplomacy: Saudi Arabia is playing a decisive role in the emerging architecture, choosing strategic U.S. investment over BRICS integration.

• Pillar – Real-Asset & Capital Flow Re-ordering: A committed $1 trillion into U.S. sectors like AI and strategic minerals could reshape power balances in technology and natural resources.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• CBS News – “MBS tells Trump Saudis will increase investments in U.S. to near $1 trillion”

• Bloomberg – “Saudi Arabia’s MBS Says Will Boost U.S. Investments to $1 Trillion”

• Middle East Monitor – “Saudi Arabia to invest $1T in US: Crown prince”

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CandyKisses:  US delegation to visit Baghdad soon with messages from the White House

twilight News- Baghdad

He unveiled something.  An Iraqi diplomatic source on Wednesday announced the upcoming visit of a US delegation to the capital Baghdad To deliver messages from the White House administration regarding Iraqi files.

He said The source told Shafaq News Agency, "A delegation of American political figures will soon visit Baghdad with messages from Washington to All partners in the political process in Iraq."

"The upcoming U.S. visit is a confirmation of for Washington's interest in what is happening in Iraq." and witness U.S.-Iraq Relationship: Diplomatic Stalemate Since Donald Trump Took Office The position, as communication and meetings were limited to the Chargé d'Affaires of the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad, Stephen Fagen, and a single call received by Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, from a minister Foreign Affairs Marco Rubio.

Last August, however, a high-ranking U.S. delegation visited Baghdad, the Iraqi capital, to discuss a number of files with Iraqi officials.

According to An informed source who spoke to Shafaq News Agency at the time said that the delegation discussed the US withdrawal file from its main bases in Iraq and the repercussions of this, in addition to an economic and other file related to Powered.

Loyal On October 19, US President Donald Trump decided to appoint Mark Safaya as Special Envoy for Iraq.

He wrote Trump on his platform "Truth Social" and followed by Shafaq News Agency, saying that "Mark has a deep understanding of Iraq-U.S. relations, and his extensive connections in the The region, will contribute to advancing the interests of the American people."

Wasfaya He is an American businessman of Iraqi (Chaldean/Assyrian) origin from the state of Michigan. He has emerged in recent years with his support for Trump's election campaign and his moves among Middle Eastern Communities in the United States

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Tishwash:    The National Bank of Iraq announces the completion of its transition to the new global standard, SWIFT MX.

The National Bank of Iraq announced the completion of its transition to the new global standard SWIFT MX for financial messages, a step that marked a significant milestone in the bank's technological infrastructure modernization and enhanced readiness for digital transformation.

The bank said in a statement, “The implementation of this transformation comes as part of the bank’s transition from the old MT standard to the MX ISO 20022 model, which is the most advanced, structured and data-rich framework in the global financial messaging sector.

The transformation process was carried out across all operational channels with high efficiency and minimal downtime, reflecting the bank’s strong technical readiness, accurate planning, and commitment to providing its services without any significant interruption.” 

He pointed out that “this transformation is an advanced step within the strategic roadmap of the National Bank of Iraq to modernize its systems, enhance its compatibility with global best practices, and provide an advanced digital banking experience for its individual and corporate clients.” 

The statement quoted Aqeel Ezzedine, Chief Operating Officer and Deputy CEO of the National Bank of Iraq, as saying that “the smooth transition to the MX standard is the result of a robust system of governance, teamwork and careful planning, and represents an important step in modernizing the payments infrastructure and enhancing the reliability and security of banking operations.” 

Hani Khalil, head of the transformation department at the National Bank of Iraq, said, according to the statement, that “the completion of this transformation embodies the bank’s commitment to keeping pace with the latest international standards in payment systems, and building a more transparent, integrated and high-quality financial data structure, which enhances customer experience and strengthens the bank’s position within the regional financial system.” 

The MX standard enables a more accurate and richer exchange of information in financial messages, with substantial improvements in transaction tracking and identification of parties, supporting global trends towards greater efficiency and transparency in payments.

Since the new system came into effect, the bank has not recorded any significant problems, which confirms the success of the implementation process and the close coordination between the transformation, IT and operations teams, in addition to effective cooperation with partners and regulatory authorities.  link

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Tishwash:  The oil and gas law: Kurdish priorities in the Iraqi government formation negotiations.

Following the election results and the announcement of the number of seats won by the Kurdish blocs in the Iraqi parliament, attention is now focused on the Kurds' objectives for the next phase and their future plans.

President Masoud Barzani called for the implementation and enactment of five key laws, most notably amending the election law, implementing Article 140 of the constitution, and enacting the long-stalled oil and gas law, which has been stalled for nearly two decades. He

also reiterated his call for Kurdish political forces and parties to proceed with forming the new Kurdistan Regional Government.

In his address, Barzani stated that after 2003 and the fall of Saddam Hussein's regime, a golden opportunity presented itself, and the political process was built upon three principles: balance, consensus, and equality. He added that in 2005, the country's permanent constitution was ratified.

Despite some shortcomings, it is considered one of the best constitutions in the region, promising a bright future. This constitution, he emphasized, must be respected as it will usher Iraq into a new era by regulating its relations with regional and international partners.

The passage of the oil and gas law is considered a solution to most of Kurdistan's problems and a crucial step towards resolving outstanding financial issues and unifying oil policies between the federal government and the Kurdistan Region. Among these issues are the deep and persistent disagreements over energy resource management, which have prevented the law's enactment.

These disagreements have led to the law's failure to pass. The unresolved problems between Baghdad and Erbil include issues such as the oil and gas contracts signed by Kurdistan, which have resulted in legal disputes between the Iraqi Ministry of Oil and the regional government.

 Meanwhile, former Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK) MP Gharib Ahmed asserts that most of the outstanding problems between Baghdad and Erbil stem from the lack of an oil and gas law. Speaking to Al-Mada, he emphasized that "passing the law will contribute to resolving the most significant challenges, namely oil exports, the payment of employee salaries, and the economic problems that have plagued Kurdish citizens for years." 

He pointed out that "the disagreements between the federal government and the Kurdistan Regional Government have prevented the law's passage and its submission by the federal cabinet for parliamentary approval." 

The Kurdistan Region experienced a severe financial crisis as a result of the federal Ministry of Finance's withholding of employee salaries, accusing the regional government of failing to remit non-oil revenues and of not fully delivering oil to the State Oil Marketing Organization (SOMO). Months ago, the federal government and the Kurdistan Regional Government reached a historic agreement that allowed the region to resume oil exports through the Turkish port of Ceyhan. 

Although the federal government began disbursing salaries to employees in the region, delays persist, with Baghdad and Erbil exchanging accusations regarding who is responsible. Meanwhile , Sabah Hassan, a member of the Kurdistan Parliament from the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), indicated that passing the oil and gas law is the solution to the problems between Baghdad and Erbil.

 In an interview with Al-Mada, Hassan stated, "The solution to the problems between Baghdad and Erbil, and the crisis that recurs monthly, is the passage of the oil and gas law in Parliament, which will guarantee everyone their rights."

He added, "The salary problem has persisted for 10 years, and there is a deliberate effort by some political entities to create problems. The optimal solution to these recurring crises lies in passing the oil and gas law, as it will provide a comprehensive solution. All agreements between Baghdad and Erbil are temporary and are not adhered to by the federal government."

He emphasized that "the oil and gas law is based on a constitutional provision and article, but some political blocs are shirking their responsibility to implement this article because it pertains to the Kurdistan Region, just as they have shirked their responsibility to implement Article 140 of the Iraqi Constitution."

In Erbil, Deputy Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Region, Qubad Talabani, received a delegation from the US-Kurdistan Business Council, headed by its president, David Tvorey. The two sides discussed several issues of mutual interest.

The Deputy Prime Minister indicated that "we support the swift passage of the oil and gas law during the new session of the Iraqi Parliament, which will contribute to resolving the disputes between the region and Baghdad in accordance with the Constitution and the relevant powers, and in a manner that respects the special status of the Kurdistan Region."

The oil and gas law is one of the most prominent outstanding issues, with disagreements resurfacing with each parliamentary session without reaching a final settlement that satisfies all parties.

Regarding he revitalization of the economy, economic expert Salar Aziz believes that the oil and gas law can only be passed by prioritizing it in the negotiations to form the Iraqi government.

In an interview with Al-Mada, he explained, "This issue must be a top priority in negotiations between the Kurdish, Shia, and Sunni parties to ensure its passage during this session. This requires unity among the Kurdish parties on this matter, speaking as a unified voice, so they can form a force to be reckoned with."

He added, "Passing the law will contribute to improving the region's economy, ending the salary crisis, operating refineries and gas plants, and utilizing the untapped oil reserves in the region's fields. link

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Thursday Morning 11-20-25

Good Morning Dinar Recaps,

Surging Bond Yields Signal a Brewing Financial Squeeze

Global markets tighten as shifting rate expectations pressure governments, lenders, and credit systems.

Overview

• Long-term U.S. Treasury yields continue climbing, reflecting diminished expectations of near-term Federal Reserve rate cuts.

• Japan’s long-dated government bond yields have spiked to multi-decade highs, driven by fears of aggressive fiscal expansion.

• Global borrowing costs are rising simultaneously, creating stress points in sovereign, corporate, and banking balance sheets.

• Delayed U.S. economic data adds uncertainty, forcing markets to price risk with incomplete information.

Key Developments

• Federal Reserve expectations shifted sharply, with markets now projecting far fewer chances of a rate cut in December.

• Japan’s fiscal plans triggered investor concern, pushing yields meaningfully higher and signalling potential credit-rating and currency pressures.

• Cross-market tightening is accelerating, with U.S. yields rising, the dollar strengthening, and credit conditions firming globally.

• Regulators and central banks face new challenges, as rising yields expose vulnerabilities in banks, shadow lenders, and derivative markets.

Why It Matters
Tightening financial conditions are a core driver of global realignment. Higher yields increase debt-service burdens, slow growth, and raise systemic-risk potential — all foundational to a global restructuring of money, credit, and capital flows.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar – Credit & Debt Realignment: Rising borrowing costs push nations and institutions toward restructuring, refinancing, or new liquidity backstops.

• Pillar – Monetary Policy Breakpoint: Markets are signalling the end of ultra-loose policy, accelerating the transition toward a new monetary framework.

This is not just politics — it’s global finance restructuring before our eyes.
Seeds of Wisdom Team
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Sources

• Reuters – “Global Markets: Investors Scale Back Fed Cut Expectations”

• Financial Times – “Japan’s Borrowing Costs Hit Multi-Decade Highs”

• Investopedia – “Market Update: Yields Rise as Rate Bets Shift”

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Geopolitical Fault Lines Shift as Fiscal and Currency Pressures Rise

Domestic economic stress is now bleeding into diplomatic decisions and peace negotiations.

Overview

• Japan’s surge in long-term borrowing costs is sparking international concern over future fiscal stability.

• The yen’s renewed weakness is reviving discussions about coordinated currency intervention.

• Reports of a newly circulated U.S. peace framework for Ukraine have intensified debates over territorial concessions and military posture.

• Economic and diplomatic pressures are increasingly co-mingling, shaping negotiations and alliances.

Key Developments

• Japan’s fiscal agenda is sending shockwaves abroad, as higher yields complicate its defense, social, and diplomatic commitments.

• Currency volatility is re-entering geopolitics, with the yen's slide nearing levels that historically prompt multilateral action.

• The reported U.S. peace outline for Ukraine signals a shift toward economic and territorial pragmatism, rather than a purely military solution.

• Diplomatic coordination is becoming more financially driven, especially across the G7 and EU.

Why It Matters
Geopolitical alignments are increasingly dictated by economic constraints. Fiscal risk, currency instability, and war negotiations now intersect directly with the emerging global restructuring.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar – Geoeconomic Diplomacy: Nations are recalibrating foreign policy through the lens of debt, currency stability, and economic leverage.

• Pillar – Risk & Contagion: Diplomatic shocks can trigger financial spillovers, especially where conflict, inflation, and currency instability overlap.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Financial Times – “Japan’s Borrowing Costs Hit Multi-Decade Highs”

• Reuters – “Global Markets View: Currency Pressure Mounts Ahead of Talks”

• Reuters – “Reports Surface of New Ukraine Peace Framework”

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Markets Reprice Risk as Tech Volatility Spreads Across Global Equities

AI-driven optimism meets macroeconomic uncertainty, driving sharp swings across sectors.

Overview

• Nvidia’s latest earnings beat briefly boosted global markets, calming fears of an AI-valuation bubble.

• Earlier losses across U.S. indexes highlighted fragility, with investors bracing for delayed economic data.

• Stronger U.S. Treasury yields and a firmer dollar complicated the bullish equity narrative.

• Cross-asset volatility is tightening, pulling equities, yields, and FX into the same macro channel.

Key Developments

• Tech valuations remain under the microscope, as investors debate whether AI-driven market gains are sustainable.

• The week’s earlier sell-off revealed structural fragility, not merely headline-driven nerves.

• Rising yields are exerting pressure on risk assets, creating tension between growth expectations and financial conditions.

• Markets increasingly trade in lockstep, suggesting a broad system repricing rather than sector-specific movements.

Why It Matters
Markets are reflecting deep realignments beneath the surface. When equities, yields, currencies, and tech valuations shift simultaneously, it indicates structural change within the global financial architecture.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar – Asset Repricing: Tech-led volatility is signaling the early stages of a broader, multi-asset valuation reset.

• Pillar – Risk Premium Reset: Investors are redefining acceptable risk levels as liquidity tightens and macro uncertainty grows.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• The Guardian – “Markets Rally After Nvidia’s Strong Results”

• Reuters – “Global Markets Under Pressure Ahead of Data Releases”

• Reuters – “U.S. Markets Reassess Fed Expectations”

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Carrying Messages From The White House, A US Delegation Will Visit Baghdad Soon

Political | 19/11/2025   Mawazin News - Baghdad:  An Iraqi diplomatic source revealed an upcoming visit by a US delegation to Baghdad to deliver messages from the White House regarding Iraqi issues.

The source stated that "a delegation comprising American political figures will visit Baghdad soon, carrying messages from Washington to all partners in the Iraqi political process."  He added that "the anticipated US visit confirms Washington's interest in what is happening in Iraq."

Relations between the United States and Iraq have been strained diplomatically since Donald Trump took office, with communication and meetings limited to the US Chargé d'Affaires in Baghdad, Steven Fagin, and a single phone call received by Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani from Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

However, last August, a high-level US delegation visited Baghdad to discuss a range of issues with Iraqi officials.

According to a well-informed source, the delegation discussed the US withdrawal from its main bases in Iraq and its repercussions, in addition to economic and energy matters.

On October 19, US President Donald Trump appointed Mark Savaya as Special Envoy to Iraq.
Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform that "Mark's deep understanding of the relationship between Iraq and the United States, and his extensive connections in the region, will contribute to advancing the interests of the American people."

Savaya, an American businessman of Iraqi (Chaldean/Assyrian) descent from Michigan, has risen to prominence in recent years through his support for Trump's presidential campaign and his outreach to Middle Eastern communities in the United States.   https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=270511

The Iraq Stock Exchange Traded More Than 10 Billion Dinars Last Week

Economy |  18/11/2025   Mawazin News - Baghdad:  The Iraq Stock Exchange announced that trading volume last week exceeded 10 billion dinars, with significant activity encompassing the majority of listed companies.

In its weekly report, the exchange explained that "63 listed companies saw their shares traded during the week, while 28 companies' shares did not trade due to discrepancies between buy and sell orders. Trading remained suspended for 13 companies out of a total of 104 listed companies due to their failure to submit the required disclosures.

" The report  added that "the number of shares traded reached 22.234 billion, representing a 700% increase compared to the previous week, with a total value of 10.622 billion dinars, a 63% increase, across 3,358 transactions."

It also noted that "the ISX60 index closed at 960.15 points, marking a 1.65% increase from the previous close."

He confirmed that “the transactions of non-Iraqi investors witnessed the purchase of 31 million shares worth 66 million dinars through 13 deals, compared to the sale of 101 million shares worth 207 million dinars through the execution of 109 deals.”    https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=270459

Rapidly Widening Deficit And Dwindling Reserves… Warnings Paint The Most Dire Picture Of The Iraqi Economy In Years

Economy | 19/11/2025   Mawazin News – Special Report   : Economic expert Manar al-Ubaidi warned that the Iraqi economy is entering its most critical phase in years, amidst escalating political turmoil and the clamor of electoral alliances. He pointed out that current financial indicators reveal a worrying reality that requires urgent intervention and bold decisions.

Al-Ubaidi told Mawazin News, "According to the Ministry of Finance's data for August 2025, total revenues reached 82 trillion dinars, including 73 trillion dinars from oil sales, compared to only 9 trillion dinars from non-oil revenues. This reinforces the continued reliance of the budget on oil revenues by more than 90%."

In contrast, public spending reached 87.5 trillion dinars, including 73 trillion dinars in operational expenses, in addition to 5 trillion dinars paid as government advances, which are usually included in actual expenditures at the end of each year. This raises the real deficit to approximately 10 trillion dinars by the end of August.

According to Al-Ubaidi, estimates indicate that the deficit could exceed 15 trillion dinars by the end of the current year if spending continues at the same pace.

Regarding monetary policy, data from the Central Bank of Iraq reveals that the bank purchased only about $49 billion from the Ministry of Finance during the first nine months of the year, while selling more than $60 billion through the currency window. This forced the bank to use about $11 billion of its reserves to meet the increasing demand for dollars, a dangerous indicator reflecting deep imbalances in the market.

This financial drain coincides with oil prices remaining within the range of $60-65 per barrel, a level insufficient to cover inflated operational expenses. This means, according to Al-Ubaidi, that the current government, as well as the next one, may face real difficulty in fulfilling salary and subsidy obligations unless urgent measures are taken to increase [the budget/funds/etc.]. Revenues and spending rationalization.

The expert also points out that "the option of resorting to borrowing will not be readily available, especially after the internal debt exceeded 90 trillion dinars, and the local market's ability to absorb more debt instruments has declined, making the options available to the government narrower than ever before."

Al-Ubaidi believes that "real reform begins with a thorough review of public spending schedules down to the smallest expenditure items, focusing on the issues of financial waste, ghost salaries, pensions, and social welfare, which drain billions annually, with a significant portion going to those not entitled to them or being exploited for electoral purposes."

He also emphasizes the need to reassess the food ration card system, drug subsidies, and other support programs to ensure their efficiency and achievement of their objectives.

The economist summarizes that "Iraq stands today at a critical financial crossroads, coinciding with the possibility of a delay in approving next year's budget due to the formation of the new government, which could push the country towards an 'ambiguous' fiscal year without a clear spending ceiling," stressing that "the crisis is no longer just figures in official data, but a real danger threatening the state's ability to continue paying its salaries and obligations," warning that delaying reform will lead to Coercive measures that affect the poor citizen even more than the employee." https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=270485

 Economist: Concerns About A Possible Change In The Exchange Rate With The Formation Of The New Government

Economy | 19/11/2025   Mawazin News - Baghdad:   Economic researcher Diaa Abdul Karim believes there is anticipation and apprehension among the Iraqi public regarding a potential decision by the incoming government to change the exchange rate of the dollar against the dinar.

Abdul Karim stated, "Previous governments have altered the exchange rate, and this has negatively impacted the Iraqi people, particularly individuals and their cost of living."

He added, "Changing the exchange rate to devalue the dinar means a general rise in prices, which is a source of concern for Iraqi citizens who have become accustomed to such decisions with the formation of new governments."

He emphasized the urgent need for assurances from those leading the political process, or the largest bloc, clarifying the nature of the government's program for the upcoming phase: whether it includes a change in the dinar's value against the dollar or maintaining the current status quo.   https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=270471

Gold Prices Are Rising... How Much?  

Economy |  19/11/2025   Mawazin News - Follow-up:   Gold prices rose on Wednesday as investors awaited the minutes from the Federal Reserve's latest monetary policy meeting and the US jobs report, which could shed further light on the path of interest rates.

Spot gold rose 0.2% to $4,074 per ounce at 04:49 GMT, while US gold futures for December delivery also climbed by the same percentage to $4,074.40 per ounce.

Tim Waterer, senior market analyst at KCM Trade, said, "Gold's momentum has been somewhat dampened by the stronger dollar and uncertainty surrounding the timing of the Fed's next interest rate cut."

He added, "However, a wave of risk aversion in the market has kept gold in the investor's safe-haven interest rate circle, limiting the decline."

The dollar index rose 0.1% against a basket of major currencies. A stronger dollar makes gold more expensive for holders of other currencies.

Global stock markets fell sharply this week, with the S&P 500 posting a four-day losing streak amid concerns about the valuations of artificial intelligence stocks.

Investors are now awaiting the minutes from the Federal Reserve's latest meeting, due later today, and the September non-farm payrolls report, due tomorrow, Thursday, after being delayed due to the U.S. government shutdown.

Economists polled by Reuters expect the report to show employers added 50,000 jobs during the month.

Data released Tuesday showed that the number of Americans receiving unemployment benefits hit a two-month high in mid-October.

The U.S. central bank has cut interest rates by 25 basis points, but Chairman Jerome Powell has expressed caution about any further rate cuts this year, citing several reasons, including a lack of data.

As for other precious metals, silver rose 0.4% to $50.90 an ounce in spot trading, platinum fell 0.2% to $1,533.82, and palladium gained 0.6% to $1,409.19.   https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=270475

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MilitiaMan and Crew: Update-Mirror on the Wall-Swift MX (ISO 20022)-INB

11-19-2025

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Wednesday Evening 11-19-25

Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Wednesday Evening 11-19-25

Good Evening Dinar Recaps,

Investors Seek Shelter: Market Selloff Sends Gold and Treasuries Higher  

Investor sentiment sours as growth concerns mount.

Overview

• U.S. equities fell sharply, with major indexes under pressure from valuation worries and macro uncertainty.

• Treasury yields declined, signaling a rotation into safer assets.

• Gold rebounded, drawing support from risk-off flows and safe-haven demand.

Key Developments

• The S&P 500 and Dow saw significant drops, reflecting broad investor caution.

• Bond markets rallied as traders sought shelter from potential economic volatility.

• Gold’s renewed strength is more than tactical — it's gaining on structural reallocation.

Why It Matters

This market rotation suggests a deeper rebalancing of risk. With equity momentum faltering, capital is flowing into assets perceived as more resilient. That shift supports a narrative of systemic repositioning, where traditional risk assets are giving way to strategic hedges.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar 4: Markets & Commodities — Capital is de-risking, rotating into hedges and physical proxies.

• Pillar 2: Security & Finance Symbiosis — Financial stability and geopolitical risk are converging, driving demand for safe-haven assets.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources:

• Global markets slide … Treasuries, gold gain — Reuters

• Why central banks’ hunger for gold shows ‘no sign of being quelled’ — MarketWatch

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BRICS Push to Remove the U.S. Dollar From Iron Ore Trade Intensifies

China leverages its import dominance to force a yuan-based pricing shift in global metals markets.

Overview

• China, the world’s largest iron ore importer, is pushing suppliers to settle trade in yuan, challenging the longstanding dollar-based system.

• Iron ore is China’s newest geopolitical pressure point, following similar tactics in rare earth minerals and agricultural commodities.

• Suppliers include BRICS partner Brazil and major exporter Australia, both facing growing pressure to accept yuan settlement.

• Negotiations are underway for a new contract using Chinese yuan as the sole settlement currency.

• Industry sources confirm a standoff, as buyers and sellers struggle to agree on pricing and currency terms.

Key Developments

• China imported $134 billion in iron ore last year, giving it extraordinary leverage against suppliers.

• Beijing’s strategy mirrors earlier moves, such as halting U.S. soybean purchases during tariff disputes.

• Fastmarkets sources say current talks are deadlocked due to disagreements on price benchmarks and yuan settlement.

• A successful yuan-denominated contract would be historic, potentially becoming a template for other commodity sectors.

• The shift aligns with BRICS efforts to reduce reliance on the U.S. dollar across energy, metals, and agricultural supply chains.

Why It Matters

Iron ore is one of the world’s most traded industrial commodities. If China succeeds in replacing the dollar with the yuan in this sector, it would strike at the core of dollar-denominated global trade. This move aligns with BRICS’ long-term goal of reshaping the financial order and building a multi-currency settlement ecosystem that bypasses Western financial infrastructure.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1: De-Dollarization

A yuan-based iron ore pricing mechanism accelerates BRICS’ broader attempt to weaken dollar dominance — a foundational shift in global trade architecture.

Pillar 2: Strategic Commodities Control

China’s control over metals markets enhances its leverage in industrial policy, supply chain dominance, and long-term geopolitical positioning.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Watcher.Guru – “BRICS Removing the US Dollar in Iron Ore Deals”

• Fastmarkets – “China seeks yuan settlement in major iron ore contracts” 

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Economist: Concerns About A Possible Change In The Exchange Rate With The Formation Of The New Government

economy | 09:12 - 19/11/2025   Mawazin News - Baghdad:  Economic researcher Diaa Abdul Karim believes there is anticipation and apprehension among the Iraqi public regarding a potential decision by the incoming government to change the exchange rate of the dollar against the dinar.

Abdul Karim stated, "Previous governments have altered the exchange rate, and this has negatively impacted the Iraqi people, particularly individuals and their cost of living."

He added, "Changing the exchange rate to devalue the dinar means a general rise in prices, which is a source of concern for Iraqi citizens who have become accustomed to such decisions with the formation of new governments."

He emphasized the urgent need for assurances from those leading the political process, or the largest bloc, clarifying the nature of the government's program for the upcoming phase: whether it includes a change in the dinar's value against the dollar or maintaining the current status quo.   https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=270471

The National Bank Of Iraq Successfully Completes Its Transition To The New Global Standard, SWIFT MX.
 
November 19, 2025 Last updated: November 18, 2025  The Independent/-The National Bank of Iraq announced that it has successfully completed the transition to the new global standard SWIFT MX for financial messages, in a step that constituted a prominent milestone in the process of modernizing the bank’s technological infrastructure and enhancing its readiness for digital transformation. 

 The bank said in a statement, “The implementation of this transformation comes as part of the bank’s transition from the old MT standard to the MX ISO 20022 model, which is the most advanced, structured and data-rich framework in the global financial messaging sector.
 
The transformation process was carried out across all operational channels with high efficiency and minimal downtime, reflecting the bank’s strong technical readiness, accurate planning, and commitment to providing its services without any significant interruption.” 

He pointed out that “this transformation is an advanced step within the strategic roadmap of the National Bank of Iraq to   modernize its systems,    enhance its compatibility with global best practices, and    provide an advanced digital banking experience for its        individual and    corporate   clients.”

For his part,   the Chief Operating Officer and Deputy CEO of the National Bank of Iraq, Aqeel Ezzedine, explained that 
“the smooth transition to the MX standard    came as a result of a robust system of  governance,   teamwork and  careful planning, and represents an important step in  modernizing the payments infrastructure and  enhancing the   reliability and   security of  banking operations.”
 
Hani Khalil, head of the transformation department at the National Bank of Iraq, said that “achieving this transformation embodies the bank’s commitment to   keeping pace with the latest international standards in payment systems, and   building a more   transparent,   integrated and   high-quality   financial data structure,   which    enhances customer experience and   strengthens the bank’s position within the regional financial system.”
 
The MX standard enables a more accurate and richer exchange of information in financial messages, with substantial improvements in   transaction tracking and   identification of parties, supporting global trends towards   greater efficiency and   transparency      in payments.
 
Since the new system came into effect, the bank has not recorded any significant problems, which confirms the success of the implementation process and the close coordination between the transformation, IT and operations teams, in addition to effective cooperation with partners and regulatory authorities.    https://mustaqila.com/المصرف-الأهلي-العراقي-يستكمل-بنجاح-ال/ 

9 Billion Tons Of Silica In Anbar And Najaf... Opportunities For 10,000 Jobs And Billions Of Dollars In Revenue

Reports     The Iraqi economy is witnessing promising shifts towards diversifying national income sources away from over-reliance on oil. In this context, silica sand stands out as an untapped natural resource with immense potential to contribute to sustainable economic development.

The Eco-Iraq Observatory has revealed vast quantities of silica sand discovered in the Anbar and Najaf governorates, describing it as "white gold," while highlighting what it called government neglect of investment opportunities in this resource.

The observatory explained that initial explorations indicate approximately 600 million tons of discovered silica sand in Anbar, with reserves exceeding one billion tons and a purity of up to 98%. Meanwhile, Najaf governorate contains an estimated 330 million tons of sand suitable for glassmaking and about 577.5 million tons for colored glass production, totaling approximately 907.5 million tons with a purity of nearly 95%.

Reports from the Geological Survey indicate the presence of 220 million cubic meters of sand suitable for glassmaking in Najaf and 385 million cubic meters for colored glass production.

Meanwhile, Anbar province holds significant deposits in the Al-Gharra, Wadi Al-Amj, and Ardhama areas west of Rutba, estimated at over 330 million cubic meters, in addition to a new reserve estimated at one billion tons with a purity level of up to 99%, making this sand suitable for use in precision engineering industries.

The global price of silica ranges between $100 and $150 per ton, making investment in this material capable of contributing billions of dollars to the national budget, as well as creating more than 10,000 direct and indirect job opportunities in the two provinces.

Despite these substantial figures, the Observatory criticized the weakness of government procedures and its failure to activate these resources, calling for amendments to the Mineral Investment Law No. 91 of 1988 to allow for broader opportunities for exploration and development.

Silica sand is used in the manufacture of glass, silicon, building materials, electronics, solar cells, and filtration systems. Global consumption reached approximately 479 million tons in 2024, with a market value ranging from $14 billion to $72 billion, depending on the sand's quality and market price.

In a significant development within this sector, a cooperation agreement was signed on April 29th between the Iraqi General Company for Glass and Refractories and the Saudi company Ajial to establish the largest integrated industrial complex for silica projects in Anbar Governorate, spanning 800 dunams.

The project, still in its initial stages, will include silicon and flat glass production with a capacity of 700 tons per day, as well as factories for producing bottles and jars with an initial capacity of 200 tons, expandable to 800 tons.

 Additionally, a factory for producing medical bottles with a capacity of 120 tons per day will be established to support the Iraqi healthcare sector. The project also includes the construction of a special electrical complex to supply the factories, along with residential complexes for workers, which opens the door to extensive urban and economic development in the desert areas of Anbar.

The Director General of the General Company for Glass, Hamid Mohammed Koudi, explained that Anbar was chosen due to the abundance of high-purity silica and the expertise of Iraqi personnel.

He emphasized that the project will create between 5,000 and 10,000 job opportunities and will serve as a base for other downstream industries, including the production of glass sheets, silicon, sodium silicate, automotive glass, and solar panels. He added that the number of finished products is expected to reach approximately 12 upon completion of the complex.

Economic expert Mustafa Hantoush, for his part, affirmed that Anbar province occupies a strategic location in this sector and that Saudi investments reflect Iraq's growing attractiveness as an investment destination. He pointed out that creating a favorable investment environment by streamlining procedures, providing loans, and offering tax exemptions has become a necessity, not a luxury.

He also highlighted key challenges, most notably the weak industrial infrastructure, the need to control imports, and the importance of supporting local products.

The silica project in Iraq represents a historic opportunity to rebuild the national industry and enhance the diversification of the economy. It also demonstrates the country’s ability to move from exporting raw materials to manufacturing them locally, which opens up broad prospects for sustainable development, employing Iraqi human resources, and attracting quality investments, at a time when there is an urgent need for a new economic vision that keeps pace with global changes and invests in the sources of national strength. https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=62469

Basra Crude Oil Prices Fell In Tandem With The Decline In Global Oil Prices

Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 10:28 AM | Economy  Number of views: 233  Baghdad / NINA / Prices of Basra crude oil, both heavy and medium, fell on Wednesday, mirroring the decline in global oil prices.

Basra Heavy crude dropped $1.25, or 2.02%, to $60.63, while Basra Medium crude fell $1.35, or 2.12%, to $62.38.

Global oil prices declined Wednesday morning after a report showed a rise in US inventories, easing concerns about the impact of Western sanctions on Russia.  Brent crude traded near $65 a barrel after gains on Tuesday, while West Texas Intermediate crude was close to $60. /End   https://ninanews.com/Website/News/Details?key=1262712

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America Just Killed the Penny – What It Really Means for Your Money & Gold

America Just Killed the Penny – What It Really Means for Your Money & Gold | Michelle Makori

Miles Franklin Media:  11-18-2025

Michelle Makori, President & Editor-in-Chief of Miles Franklin Media, breaks down the end of the U.S. penny and explains why this small coin tells a very big story about the dollar, inflation, and America’s monetary direction.

After more than 232 years, the United States has officially minted its final one-cent coin.

 It now costs 3.69 cents to make a penny – nearly four times its face value.

Michelle explains how this is not just a budgeting issue, but a warning about the purchasing power of the dollar and the accelerating debasement of U.S. currency.

She takes you through the history of the penny’s dilution, how the death of the lowest denomination mirrors the decline of the currency beneath it, and why countries that have eliminated small coins do not face the same consequences as the world’s reserve currency issuer.

00:00 Introduction: The End of the Penny

00:35 The Cost of Minting Pennies

 01:52 Historical Value of the Penny

03:38 The Impact of Eliminating the Penny

05:16 Global Perspective on Currency Debasement

 05:55 Gold: The Benchmark of Real Value

06:30 Conclusion: The Real Story

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