“Tidbits From TNT” Wednesday 12-10=2025

TNT:

Tishwash: The European Union affirms its commitment to expanding cooperation with Iraq.

The European Union today affirmed its commitment to expanding cooperation with Iraq.

A statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA), stated that "the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Baghdad, Ambassador Mohammed Hussein Mohammed Bahr Al-Uloom, received the European Union Ambassador to Iraq, Clemens Zimmtner."

He added, "At the beginning of the meeting, the Undersecretary welcomed the Ambassador, stressing the Ministry's keenness to strengthen the partnership with the European Union and raise the level of cooperation in various fields, especially political, economic and developmental fields."

He explained that "Iraq views the European Union as a reliable partner and supporter of the paths of stability and growth."

For his part, the European Union ambassador affirmed that “the Union sees Iraq as a strong and pivotal partner in the region,” stressing “the need for the continued development of the Iraqi economy and support for the stability that the country is witnessing, which contributes to enhancing its ability to play its regional and international role.”

He pointed out "the keenness of the Union countries to expand the horizons of cooperation with Iraq during the next stage," indicating that the two sides discussed during the meeting the issue of ending the work of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI), and the mechanisms for moving to a new stage of cooperation that focuses on technical and institutional support.

He added: "They also discussed the latest developments in the Syrian file, and stressed the importance of continuing coordination on regional developments of common interest."  link

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Tishwash:  Financial advisor: Increased international interest in Iraq has opened up broad prospects for economic diversification.

The Prime Minister's Financial Advisor, Mazhar Muhammad Salih, affirmed on Tuesday that the growing international interest in investing in Iraq has opened up broad horizons for economic diversification.

Salih told the official news agency that "Iraqi diplomacy has truly begun to shift from traditional political rhetoric to a promising economic horizon, having undertaken the task of forging partnerships and agreements and opening effective communication channels with industrialized nations, neighboring countries, major international companies, and international institutions, with the aim of making Iraq an active economic partner, not merely a market for crude oil."

He added that "the increasing interest of the international community in investing in Iraq, especially after the improvement in security conditions and the rise in stability levels, has created an opportune moment to capitalize on this momentum in rebuilding and modernizing infrastructure and reviving projects that have been stalled for years."

He pointed out that “the Development Road Project initiative represents a significant leap forward in this new diplomacy of cooperation and intertwined economic interests with Turkey and Europe to the north, and the Gulf and Asia to the south.”

He explained that “economic diplomacy is defined as a state’s use of its foreign relations tools—such as agreements, partnerships, investments, and trade contracts—to expand economic activity, enhance trade, and attract foreign investment.”

He pointed out that “Iraqi economic diplomacy, as outlined in the government program, is based on the principle of productive diplomacy, meaning employing foreign policy to maximize direct economic benefits.”

He noted that “this approach has, in a short period, provided Iraq with an attractive environment for foreign investment, opened new markets for trade, and expanded regional cooperation, thus contributing to diversifying national income sources away from the rentier oil sector.”

He added that “among the most prominent achievements within this framework is the activation of the Strategic Framework Agreement with the United States and its transformation into joint economic action in the fields of technology, infrastructure, digital transformation, and the oil industry.

Furthermore, cooperation with China has been activated within the framework agreement aimed at developing electricity and infrastructure projects.

Cooperation with the European Union in the energy sector and other areas has also been strengthened, along with the move towards more efficient and sustainable regional networks. In addition, there has been openness to the Gulf Cooperation Council countries in electricity interconnection projects and investment in various reconstruction and development programs.”

Tishwash: Washington Prepares Major Sanctions against Iraqi Figures Over Money Laundering, Armed Groups Funding

One official told Al-Araby al-Jadeed that Washington views the move as a response to recent attacks on gas and oil fields, as well as part of a wider effort to curb money laundering and financial support to armed groups.

Iraqi authorities have been informed that the United States is preparing to issue a new round of sanctions targeting politicians, businessmen, and multiple companies, according to three Iraqi government sources familiar with the matter.

One official told Al-Araby al-Jadeed that Washington views the move as a response to recent attacks on gas and oil fields, as well as part of a wider effort to curb money laundering and financial support to armed groups.

According to the sources, US officials conveyed during recent visits to Baghdad that the upcoming sanctions list will include individuals involved in funding channels linked to armed groups operating in the interests of a neighboring country. The measures, which will be finalized by the US Treasury Department, are expected to focus on entities believed to be facilitating illicit financial activities.

A diplomat from the Iraqi Foreign Ministry confirmed that the list includes senior members of armed factions that also maintain political representation in parliament.

Aid Hilali, a political analyst close to the Iraqi prime minister, said Iraqi political circles widely expect the sanctions, noting that they will target a broad range of political, economic, and commercial figures, including members of the private sector. He added that leaked information indicates Washington has completed reviews of the financial and security records of several politicians, businessmen, and faction leaders, as well as companies in the energy transport and logistics sectors.

“The United States has signaled through several channels that these sanctions will form part of a new approach aimed at restructuring Washington’s relationship with Baghdad,” Hilali said. “Leaked details suggest the measures will be significantly wider than previous rounds, raising concerns about the political and security fallout.”

Nizar Haider, head of the Iraqi Media Center in Washington, said both Baghdad and Washington are awaiting the official announcement, which could include dozens of individuals and entities believed to be influenced by foreign governments. He noted that the measures are expected to restrict their future activities inside Iraq.

Haider also stressed that the US may oppose the appointment of individuals aligned with external actors to senior positions in Iraq’s next government, signaling potential diplomatic friction in the formation of the new cabinet.

The US Treasury Department has, in recent years, sanctioned several Iraqi figures and companies over allegations of corruption, money laundering, and arms smuggling. In October, Washington issued sanctions against several political leaders, military officials, and private firms.  link

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Wednesday Morning 12-10-25

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Markets Hold Their Breath as Fed Signals a Pivotal Shift
Investors brace for one of the most consequential rate decisions in years

Overview

• Markets paused as global traders awaited the Federal Reserve’s next rate decision.

• Treasury yields and the U.S. dollar edged higher, signaling investor caution.

• Fed guidance for 2026 looms large, with markets focused on the future path more than the cut itself.

• Volatility expectations increased, reflecting uncertainty around policy, inflation, and growth.

Key Developments

• Markets Stall Ahead of Fed Decision
Major equity indexes held flat or slipped slightly on Tuesday as traders positioned defensively before the U.S. central bank announcement. Investors treated the day as a holding pattern, anticipating clarity on the Fed’s direction into 2026.

• Treasury Yields and U.S. Dollar Tick Up
Bond markets reflected a mild risk-off tone, with yields rising and the dollar strengthening. These moves signaled expectations that the Fed may strike a cautious stance despite cooling inflation.

• One of the Most Contested Fed Meetings in Years
Analysts describe this meeting as unusually critical — not simply for the expected rate cut, but for the tone, forecasts, and forward guidance. The Fed’s messaging will determine how aggressively markets price 2026 policy moves.

• Market Sensitivity Heightens Ahead of Guidance
Traders are focused on how the Fed balances growth concerns, inflation stickiness, and election-year dynamics. Futures markets are pricing different scenarios, adding to heightened short-term volatility.

Why It Matters

The Fed’s decision will shape global liquidity, bond pricing, currency strength, and capital flow patterns headed into 2026. With geopolitical tensions rising and global debt at record highs, even subtle shifts in Fed policy can trigger ripple effects across emerging markets, commodities, and risk assets worldwide.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1: Central Bank Power Recalibration
The Fed’s forward-looking stance signals how the U.S. intends to manage liquidity as other global blocs — especially BRICS — expand non-dollar settlement systems. Rate policy becomes a tool of geopolitical influence.

Pillar 2: Market Repricing Across Asset Classes
Treasury yields and the dollar are the backbone of global finance. A shift in Fed trajectory forces sovereign funds, banks, and corporations to rebalance, accelerating structural changes already underway in global capital markets.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
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Sources

• Reuters – “Markets pause ahead of highly contested Federal Reserve decision”

• Reuters – “Treasury yields, U.S. dollar inch higher as traders await Fed guidance”

• MarketWatch – “Investors brace for Federal Reserve’s 2026 outlook amid rising volatility”

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BRICS Surges Ahead of G7 With 2026 Growth Forecasts Shaping a New Global Order
Emerging economies outpace the West as demographic strength and expansion strategies shift financial power

Overview

• BRICS nations lead global growth projections for 2026, outpacing every G7 country.

• Developing economies demonstrate structural strength, while Western economies stagnate.

• Demographic trends favor BRICS, with growing populations driving demand and productivity.

• Currency and trade realignments accelerate, challenging decades of Western financial dominance.

Key Developments

• BRICS Growth Outshines the G7 in 2026 Projections
Forecasts show Ethiopia (7.1%), India (6.2%), UAE (5.0%), and Indonesia (4.9%) leading BRICS expansion. Even China (4.2%) and Egypt (4.5%) outpace most G7 members, highlighting the widening performance gap.

• G7 Economies Lag With Subdued Growth
The strongest projected G7 performer is the U.S. at 2.1%, with others—Japan (0.6%), Germany (0.9%), Italy (0.8%)—stuck near or below 1%. Population decline and slowed productivity are weighing heavily on Western forecasts.

• Multipolar Vision Gains Momentum
BRICS continues pushing for a rebalanced global financial architecture, expanding local-currency trade, and reducing reliance on U.S. and G7 systems. This shift threatens traditional Western leverage in global markets.

• Demographics Drive Divergent Futures
BRICS countries benefit from expanding labor forces, while declining populations in the West contribute to stagnation. The long-term trajectory favors emerging economies unless the G7 restructures its economic models.

Why It Matters

This divergence in growth underscores a fundamental redirection of global financial influence. As BRICS nations expand their economic footprint, strengthen local-currency systems, and attract new partners, the geopolitical and monetary dominance of the West faces unprecedented pressure.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1: Eastward Shift in Economic Power
Accelerated BRICS growth reshapes where capital flows, where trade is conducted, and who sets global norms. Higher GDP expansion creates momentum for deeper integration and an alternative financial ecosystem.

Pillar 2: Declining Western Leverage
Slower G7 growth erodes the West’s ability to dictate monetary policy, enforce sanctions, or maintain dollar-centric dominance. A multipolar financial order moves closer as emerging economies take the lead.

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

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Sources

• Watcher.Guru – “BRICS vs G7: Projected Growth Rate For 2026”

• IMF – “World Economic Outlook: Global Growth Projections”

• World Bank – “Emerging Markets Growth Outlook 2026”

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MilitiaMan and Crew: IQD News Update-Monetary & Financial Reforms-Final Process?

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Tuesday Evening 12-09-25

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Energy Geopolitics Repositions Global Power as Markets Brace for a Reset

Analysts warn 2025 marks a profound shift across energy, trade, and geopolitical systems

Overview

• Strategic energy realignments accelerate, reshaping geopolitical partnerships and long-term supply routes.

• Analysts describe 2025 as a systemic transition year, linking energy restructuring with broader financial and political shifts.

• Global competition intensifies, as nations secure energy access amid rising geopolitical uncertainty.

Key Developments

• Major forecasts highlight a “profound reset” underway across energy, geopolitics, and technology, signaling structural global changes.

• Energy markets remain volatile, with nations diversifying suppliers and negotiating long-term security agreements.

• Shifting alliances reshape energy influence, affecting global investment, trade flows, and strategic reserves.

Why It Matters

Energy remains the backbone of global power. As nations adapt to new geopolitical realities and volatile markets, shifts in energy supply, partnerships, and security strategies will directly influence global finance, trade structures, and long-term economic stability. These transitions form a critical foundation of the broader systemic realignment already underway.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar: Energy
Volatile markets and shifting alliances create new power centers, while reducing reliance on legacy energy corridors dominated by Western institutions.

Pillar: Geopolitics & Trade
Energy realignment cascades into trade and financial restructuring, accelerating the move toward a multipolar system with diversified economic blocs.

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

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Sources

• KPMG – “2025 and the Great Reset: Geopolitics, Energy and the AI Imperative”

• Reuters – “China Urges Trade Partners Against Tariffs as Tensions Rise Over Record Surplus”

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CFTC Pilot Opens Door for Crypto Collateral in U.S. Derivatives Markets

New guidance signals a shift toward tokenized assets in mainstream financial infrastructure.

Overview

• CFTC launches a pilot allowing Bitcoin, Ether, and USDC to be used as margin collateral.

• Program sets strict reporting rules for futures commission merchants (FCMs).

• Updated federal guidance expands acceptable tokenized real-world assets.

• Move withdraws outdated restrictions and clears path for broader adoption.

Key Developments

• CFTC acting chair Caroline Pham announced a pilot enabling FCMs to accept BTC, ETH, and USDC as margin collateral, marking the most significant regulatory opening for crypto in derivatives markets to date.

• FCMs must meet weekly reporting requirements, documenting customer holdings and any issues impacting collateral integrity.

• New CFTC guidance covers tokenized assets including Treasury-backed money-market funds, outlining requirements for legal enforceability, segregation, and control frameworks.

• The CFTC issued a “no-action” position regarding payment stablecoins held as customer collateral, reducing friction for stablecoin-based margin.

• Staff Advisory 20-34 was withdrawn, removing a long-criticized barrier that had prevented crypto from being used as customer collateral.

• Industry leaders including Coinbase, StarkWare, and Plume Network praised the move, calling it a major step toward automated on-chain settlement for derivatives.

Why It Matters

This pilot program marks a meaningful shift: crypto assets are now crossing into the most highly regulated financial market in the world—derivatives. By creating a compliant framework for tokenized collateral, the CFTC is laying the groundwork for digital assets to plug directly into institutional trading, risk management, and settlement infrastructure. It aligns with global restructuring trends where tokenized assets, real-world collateral, and non-bank financial rails are becoming central to capital flows.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar: Assets

Tokenized collateral transforms how value moves through markets, expanding accepted asset classes beyond traditional banking structures.

Pillar: Technology

On-chain settlement and automated reporting increase transparency and efficiency—core components of the emerging digital financial architecture.

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

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Sources

• Cointelegraph – “CFTC pilot opens path for crypto as collateral in derivative markets”

• Reuters – “CFTC unveils pilot program for digital asset markets”

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Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Monday Evening 12-8-25

Iraq And Arab Countries Possess More Than 1600 Tons Of Precious Metal Reserves

Money and Business   Economy News – Baghdad   The World Gold Council announced on Tuesday that Iraq and 15 other Arab countries possess more than 1,600 tons of global gold reserves.

The council said in its latest table for December that "15 Arab countries, including Iraq, possess 1,638 tons of gold out of 100 countries listed with the World Gold Council."

He added that the top six Arab countries, namely: (Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, Algeria, Iraq, Libya and Egypt), possess 1,230 tons, while the remaining Arab countries (Kuwait, the UAE, Jordan, Qatar, Morocco, Tunisia, Oman, Bahrain and Syria) possess 408 tons.

According to the table, "Iraq's gold reserves amounted to 170.9 tons, maintaining its 29th position globally out of 100 countries listed in the table with the largest gold reserves."

It is worth noting that the World Gold Council, which is based in the United Kingdom, has extensive experience and in-depth knowledge of the factors affecting market changes, and its members include the world’s largest and most advanced gold mining companies.     https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=63231

Relative Stability In The Exchange Rate In Baghdad Markets

Economy | 09/12/2025    Mawazin News – Baghdad:  The exchange rate of the US dollar witnessed relative stability in local markets amidst normal trading activity.  The selling price in Baghdad's markets was recorded at 143,500 Iraqi dinars per 100 US dollars, while the buying price reached 142,750 dinars.

This stability comes after limited fluctuations in recent days, as markets await any new directives from financial authorities regarding the regulation of trading operations.   https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=271357

Gold Prices Stabilize As The Market Awaits The Federal Reserve's Decision On Interest Rate Cuts.

Economy | 09/12/2025   Mawazin News - Follow-up:   Gold prices held steady as investors largely priced in the Federal Reserve's interest rate cut, while bracing for signals that the US central bank might proceed with a slower-than-expected easing cycle at its two-day policy meeting beginning later today.

Spot gold was steady at $4,186.99 per ounce by 02:31 GMT. US gold futures for December delivery fell 0.1% to $4,215.80 per ounce.

Wall Street's main index closed lower on Monday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average down about half a percent, the S&P 500 down more than a third of a percent, and the Nasdaq Composite down modestly.

Earlier this month, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell signaled a hawkish stance on interest rate cuts during his press conference. As a result, investors in the US Treasury market are reassessing their positions.

The yield on the benchmark 10-year Treasury note touched its highest level in two and a half months on Monday. Rising U.S. Treasury yields increase the opportunity cost of holding non-yielding assets, such as bullion.

Analysts widely expect a "tough cut" in interest rates this week, accompanied by guidance and forecasts that point to a high threshold for further easing next year.

Markets now estimate the probability of a quarter-point rate cut at the Federal Reserve's December 9-10 meeting at 87%, down from 90% on Monday, according to CME's FedWatch tool. https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=271350

Oil Prices Remain Stable Amid Anticipation Of Ukrainian Peace Talks

Economy | 09/12/2025   Mawazin News -   Oil prices stabilized in trading on Tuesday after falling 2% in the previous session, as markets monitored peace talks on Ukraine and awaited US interest rate decisions.  West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures for January traded at $58.75 a barrel, down slightly by 0.22% from the previous close.

Meanwhile, Brent crude futures for February traded at $62.39 a barrel, down 0.16%. Oil prices remained stable amid anticipation of the Ukrainian peace talks.   https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=271349

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Tuesday Afternoon 12-09-25

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Nations Turn to Hard Assets as Global Reserve Strategies Shift

Gold and commodity reserves regain prominence amid currency volatility and trade realignment

Overview

• Gold’s role strengthens as nations hedge against trade instability and shifting currency dynamics.

• Emerging markets diversify reserves, reducing reliance on the U.S. dollar in favor of mixed-asset strategies.

• Commodity-backed stability grows, with sovereigns increasing exposure to physical assets during financial uncertainty.

Key Developments

• Analysts highlight renewed demand for hard assets, driven by de-dollarization trends and reserve diversification.

• Uncertain global markets reinforce gold’s significance, especially as multipolar currency systems expand.

• Institutional and sovereign investors increase commodity holdings, preparing for long-term structural shifts in global finance.

Why It Matters

As trade partners diversify settlement currencies and global markets remain volatile, nations are returning to tangible assets to protect purchasing power and stabilize reserves. Gold and other commodities are regaining status as strategic anchors—signaling deeper movement toward a financial order less dependent on fiat dominance.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar: Assets
Strengthening gold and commodity accumulation supports a gradual move toward asset-backed stability and away from single-currency concentration.

Pillar: Trade
Reserve diversification reinforces multipolar trade networks, allowing countries to operate with fewer constraints tied to dollar-based liquidity.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
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Sources

• Crux Investor – “BRICS, De-Dollarization, and What the Shift Means for Gold Investors”

• World Gold Council – “Gold Demand Trends: Central Banks Increase Gold Reserves”

• Itiger – “Central Banks Continue Gold Buying as Nations Diversify Reserves”

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Rising Debt Pressures Expose Fragility in the Global Financial System

Forecasts warn that financial volatility and slowing trade are straining economies worldwide

Overview

• Global agencies caution that financial markets now heavily influence trade, increasing economic vulnerability.

• Debt burdens remain elevated, with forecasts showing weak growth and persistent fiscal strain across developed and emerging economies.

• Trade slowdown intensifies debt risks, as volatile financial conditions reduce investment and economic stability.

Key Developments

• UN analysts warn the global financial system must adapt, highlighting growing misalignment between markets and the real economy.

• Economic forecasts show structural uncertainties, including inflation pressures, fragile growth, and stressed fiscal positions.

• Trade institutions report a global slowdown, driven by financial volatility and rising risk premiums.

Why It Matters

High debt levels across governments and corporations are becoming harder to manage as growth softens and financial conditions tighten. With trade and investment slowing, many countries face increasingly constrained fiscal space—raising concerns about whether the current financial architecture can withstand persistent structural pressures.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar: Debt
Rising debt burdens and weakening growth push nations toward exploring new financing models, debt restructuring, and alternative monetary arrangements.

Pillar: Trade
Financial volatility limits global trade flows, accelerating the shift toward regional and bilateral systems less dependent on traditional credit markets.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
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Sources

• Reuters – “Global financial system must adapt to better serve economy, UN trade agency says”

• IFM Investors – “Economic Update: December 2025”

• GTR Review – “Global Trade to Slow Down Amid Financial Volatility, UNCTAD Warns”

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Tuesday Morning 12-09-25

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IMF Approves Pakistan Review, Unlocks $1.2 Billion to Support Economy

Pakistan secures critical funding as economic reforms progress under IMF supervision

Overview

• IMF releases $1.2 billion to Pakistan, keeping the $7 billion Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF) on track.

• Approval follows staff-level agreement recognizing stabilization efforts, including easing inflation, improving FX reserves, and boosting investor confidence.

• Funds aimed at macroeconomic stability, rebuilding reserves, and supporting structural reforms, including privatization of state-owned enterprises like Pakistan International Airlines.

Key Developments

• IMF approval confirms progress on economic reforms and adherence to program milestones.

• Privatization plans advance, with bidding for Pakistan International Airlines scheduled for December 23, marking a critical milestone.

• Government commitment to fiscal discipline and reform implementation ensures continued access to IMF funding and investor confidence.

Why It Matters

Pakistan’s economic stability depends on continued IMF support. Access to liquidity reassures international investors, enables macroeconomic management, and demonstrates commitment to structural reforms. This step is critical for sustaining confidence in Pakistan’s financial trajectory, stabilizing inflation, and strengthening public finances.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar: Debt
IMF disbursements highlight the role of international financial institutions in managing sovereign debt pressures and providing liquidity to stabilize economies.

Pillar: Trade & Investor Confidence
Program compliance and reforms signal reliability to investors and trading partners, supporting ongoing capital flows and regional financial integration.

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

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Sources

• Modern Diplomacy – “IMF Approves Pakistan Review, Unlocks $1.2 Billion to Support Economy”

• Reuters – “IMF approves Pakistan loan review, releases $1.2 billion”

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Trade Realignment Accelerates as Dollar Alternatives Gain Ground

Emerging-market currencies gain traction while global agencies warn the financial system must adapt

Overview

• Emerging-market currencies strengthen as trade partners expand settlement in non-dollar units.

• UN trade agency warns global finance must adapt, noting financial markets now influence trade flows as much as real economic activity.

• Dollar-centric trade structure shows visible strain, with governments seeking diversified settlement options.

Key Developments

• UNCTAD signals structural shifts, urging reforms to better align the financial system with global economic needs.

• Rupee, Rouble, Renminbi, Real, and Rand gain influence as alternative settlement currencies in cross-border trade.

• Trade volatility increases, driven by financial-market pressure and weakening reliance on a single reserve currency framework.

Why It Matters

Recent movements show a clear trend: nations are adjusting their trade and settlement patterns to reduce vulnerability to a dollar-dominant system. As financial markets disrupt traditional trade structures, global institutions and major economies appear to be rebalancing toward a more multipolar currency environment—one of the early markers of a long-term financial transition.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar: Trade
Shifting settlement systems and diversification away from USD dominance indicate a reconfiguration of global trade architecture, moving toward a multi-currency ecosystem.

Pillar: Assets
As countries reduce dollar exposure, reserve portfolios naturally shift toward mixed-asset strategies—including regional currencies and hard assets—to stabilize trade flows.

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

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Sources

• Reuters – “Global financial system must adapt to better serve economy, UN trade agency says”

• The Business Times – “Challenging the US Dollar: Rupee, Rouble, Renminbi, Real and Rand”

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New Financial Technologies Signal Major Shifts for 2026 Banking Systems

Banks brace for disruption from stablecoins, tokenized deposits, and modernized payment rails

Overview

• Major banking forecasts warn of rapid transformation in digital money, settlement systems, and financial infrastructure.

• Stablecoins and tokenized deposits accelerate adoption, challenging traditional bank-led payment models.

• Programmable money and modern rails gain traction, reshaping how value moves across borders.

Key Developments

• Industry analysis highlights 2026 as a pivotal year, driven by digital currency innovation and infrastructure upgrades.

• Banks face structural pressure as new entrants introduce decentralized or hybrid settlement systems.

• Legacy payment rails risk obsolescence, prompting global institutions to invest heavily in modernization.

Why It Matters

The rapid evolution of payment technology signals a shift away from traditional, centralized financial systems toward programmable and digitized forms of money. This transition directly affects how nations transact, borrow, settle, and store value—making technology one of the most critical levers of global financial realignment.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar: Technology
Digital currencies, stablecoin networks, and programmable money challenge legacy infrastructure, enabling new settlement systems outside traditional banking control.

Pillar: Debt & Finance
As digital systems increase speed and transparency, they pressure outdated credit, lending, and settlement structures—forcing governments and institutions to reconsider long-term monetary frameworks.

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

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Sources

• Deloitte – “2026 Banking Industry Outlook: Digital Money and New Financial Infrastructure”

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“Tidbits From TNT” Tuesday Morning 12-9-2025

TNT:

Tishwash:  Sudani receives a delegation from the American company Chevron to continue discussions regarding investment in the Nasiriyah oil field.

Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani received on Tuesday a delegation from the American company Chevron, headed by the company’s Vice President Joe Ketch, in the presence of the Minister of Oil, and a number of advisors and officials in the oil sector.

According to a government statement received by Dijlah News, “The meeting witnessed the completion of discussions regarding investment in the Nasiriyah field, and the possibility of cooperation with regard to the Qurna/2 field

Where the Prime Minister pointed out the need to achieve the required results from the discussions between the Ministry of Oil and Chevron, stressing that Iraq’s vision in the field of energy drives cooperation with international companies, and that they should contribute to the transfer of technology and the development of Iraqi competencies.”

Al-Sudani explained that “the government focuses, in its cooperation with international companies, on taking environmental aspects into consideration, and taking into account the social benefits and urban development of the areas where the oil fields are located, and that government planning is directed towards expanding the refining capacity of all Iraqi refineries, and establishing the petrochemical industry in Dhi Qar Governorate, and the rest of the oil-producing governorates.”

For its part, the company delegation affirmed its commitment to developing bilateral agreements, supporting the Iraqi government’s vision of making Iraq an energy hub in the Middle East, and planning for long-term cooperation and partnership development to ensure the actual development of oil fields.   link

Tishwash:  The Sudanese directs the completion of the requirements for the development road

Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani chaired a meeting of the Higher Committee for the Development Road on Monday, in the presence of the Ministers of Transport and Industry, the Executive Director of the Iraq Development Fund, a number of advisors to the Prime Minister, general managers, and representatives of the consulting companies KBR and Oliver Wyman.

During the meeting, the topic of the auditing company and the timelines proposed by it regarding the completion of the audit of the railway and road designs were discussed, as well as the design costs for the railway line and the road, in addition to discussing the operating plans submitted by Oliver Wyman and BTP.

According to a statement from his media office, Al-Sudani directed that the best plan be chosen and a comprehensive summary be presented at the next meeting, stressing the need to decide on the options presented for discussion, pointing to the importance of the project for the future of Iraq, and the need to proceed with and intensify the work with specialists to complete its requirements.

The meeting reviewed the progress rates of all the component projects of the Strategic Development Road project, and the legal mechanisms by Iraqi specialists and KBR Consulting Company, for the contract to operate the Grand Faw Port under a joint management system with Abu Dhabi Ports Company

In addition to Oliver Wyman Company providing a detailed explanation of the principles of launching the third phase to support the activation of the contractual requirements of the development road, after the company completed the previous two phases.  link

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Tishwash:  Iraq's financial crisis "explodes" days before the December 15th demonstration: We have reached a dangerous stage

The depth of the financial crisis

For weeks, government ministries have been facing significant financial pressures as the fiscal year draws to a close, amid rising operational spending requirements and numerous government obligations.

This has impacted the funding of several projects, most notably payments owed to companies and contractors. Official data indicates that the available allocations are insufficient to cover all the required amounts at once, resulting in a considerable delay in disbursing funds.

This crisis is no longer limited to the accounts of ministries or financial schedules, but has begun to affect the service and project sectors, while contractors are awaiting urgent solutions after accumulating debts to banks, suppliers and workers, and the delay has become a direct cause of the failure of hundreds of projects in the governorates.

Contractors Union: We have reached a dangerous stage, and the demonstration will proceed as scheduled.

Ismail al-Rubaie, a member of the Iraqi Contractors Union, told Baghdad Today that “the private sector has reached a critical stage due to the delay in payments, and that the peaceful demonstration scheduled for December 15 will proceed as planned, after the number of participants reached thousands of contractors.”

Al-Rubaie added that “the total cost of the projects implemented by the companies amounts to about 200 trillion dinars, while the contractors’ dues from the government amount to 30 trillion dinars,” explaining that “the Prime Minister directed the disbursement of 5 trillion, but the Ministry of Finance released only 2 trillion, which is an amount that does not address the crisis, and therefore we refused to receive it.”

He pointed out that “a large percentage of contractors are on the verge of bankruptcy, while dozens are being pursued with lawsuits or arrest warrants due to accumulated debts, and others have been forced to mortgage their homes while awaiting a final solution.”

He stressed that “the next step will be to halt projects if the dues are not disbursed, especially water, electricity and services projects, which depend directly on the ongoing contracts.”

The Ministry of Finance refutes the accusations and presents details of the expenditures.

In response, the Ministry of Finance issued a lengthy statement refuting what was said by the head of the Contractors Union during a televised interview, stressing that “the claim regarding sending one of the female MPs to negotiate with Minister Taif Sami about the dues is completely untrue, and that the Ministry did not receive any female MP for this purpose.”

The Ministry of Finance said in a statement received by “Baghdad Today” that “the Ministry officially handed over to the representative of the Union the two Cabinet Resolutions (435 and 721 of 2025), which included the allocation of an amount of (2) trillion dinars, in addition to the allocation schedules amounting to 25% of the entitlements.”

She added that “the financing procedures included the disbursement of (1,371,451,904,190) trillion dinars to the ministries, and (1,000,000,000,000) trillion dinars to the governorates, and that work is underway based on the requests received from the Ministry of Planning,” stressing that “the representative of the Union was present at all the meetings and was aware of their content.”

The ministry stressed that it “reserves its legal right to hold accountable the channels and media professionals who promote misleading information regarding this issue.”

The outstanding payments file is turning into a financial and administrative test.

The interactions of the past few days show that the issue of contractors' dues has become a central part of the pressures facing finance, especially with the multitude of obligations that require immediate funding, in contrast to the clear restrictions on the liquidity currently available.

A reading of the official data issued by the Ministry of Finance indicates that the ministry is operating within the limits of the approved allocations, and cannot disburse the full entitlements before the Ministry of Planning completes its requests, which makes scheduling the only option at the moment.

On the other hand, contractors believe that the delay has led to significant losses for companies, and that continuing at the same pace will lead to the suspension of essential service projects, which increases the pressure on the state ahead of the December 15 demonstration.

Despite the ongoing discussions between the two sides, the size of the gap between what the Contractors Union is demanding and what the Ministry of Finance can currently release makes this issue one of the most prominent challenges facing the government in the coming weeks.    link

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Monday Evening 12-08-25

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BRICS Unveils Gold-Backed Digital Unit to Challenge Dollar Dominance

Pilot currency signals the first real test of a commodity-anchored alternative to the U.S. dollar

Overview

• BRICS launches pilot digital currency “Unit,” backed by 40% gold and 60% BRICS currencies

• First 100 Units issued and pegged to one gram of gold each

• Analysts call the prototype a symbolic and material threat to dollar-led trade settlement

• Early signals point toward wider digital commodity-backed settlement systems

Key Developments

A Gold-Backed Digital Currency Prototype Emerges

BRICS has introduced a pilot digital trade currency known as “Unit,” backed by a reserve basket consisting of physical gold and member-state currencies. This marks the first formal test of a multi-currency, commodity-anchored digital settlement instrument.

First 100 Units Minted and Pegged to Gold

The pilot batch of 100 Units was issued with each token pegged to one gram of gold. Early issuance is intentionally limited to test liquidity, price stability, and cross-border settlement functionality.

A Challenge to Dollar-Centric Systems

Analysts view the launch as a strategic move in global de-dollarization. While still only a prototype, the Unit represents a parallel settlement method that could bypass traditional dollar-denominated trade architecture.

Momentum Toward Non-Western Settlement Mechanisms

Digital commodity-backed settlement systems are gaining traction as economic blocs seek insulation from sanctions, SWIFT restrictions, and dollar volatility.

Why It Matters

A gold-backed digital instrument directly undermines the structural advantage the U.S. dollar holds in global settlement. By anchoring value to tangible reserves rather than political trust, BRICS is signaling the emergence of a parallel financial system designed to empower non-Western trade networks.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1: Alternative Settlement Systems

A gold-backed digital currency introduces a competing structure to Western-dominated trade mechanisms and begins shifting global financial gravity.

Pillar 2: Commodity-Backed Value Anchors

Anchoring digital settlement to physical assets strengthens non-Western monetary sovereignty and lays the groundwork for a new valuation regime.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• IntelliNews – “BRICS Launches Gold-Backed Digital Currency Unit”

• WEEX – “BRICS Countries Launch Gold-Backed Digital Currency Unit”

• MEXC – “BRICS Digital Gold Currency Explained”

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BRICS Bank’s Non-Conditional Loans Push the Dollar Off the Global Stage

How development-first financing is shifting trust from the West to the East

Overview

• BRICS-backed NDB has approved over $39 billion for 120+ infrastructure projects.

• Loans increasingly issued in local currencies, reducing dollar exposure.

• NDB President Dilma Rousseff says the bank imposes no political conditions.

• Non-conditional financing accelerates trust shifts toward Eastern financial systems.

Key Developments

NDB Expands Global Infrastructure Financing

The New Development Bank (NDB) continues accelerating its infrastructure agenda, approving more than $39 billion in loans across 120+ projects. Around 20 projects are currently ongoing, representing $4.8 billion in active development. The bank’s model centers on long-term economic stability through transport, energy, and digital infrastructure investment.

Loans Issued in Local Currencies — Not Dollars

The BRICS Bank increasingly disburses lending in the Chinese yuan, Indian rupee, and Russian ruble, reducing member-state reliance on the U.S. dollar. This local-currency lending not only mitigates dollar-linked exchange-rate risk but also promotes multipolar trade settlement systems.

Dilma Rousseff: BRICS Financing Comes With “No Conditions Attached”

NDB President Dilma Rousseff emphasized that the bank’s loans are non-conditional — a direct contrast to Western institutions that frequently attach policy demands or geopolitical strings. Rousseff noted that Western financing often enforces hegemony, while the NDB prioritizes development over political influence.

Trust Shift: From Western Control to Eastern Optionality

The absence of political or regulatory conditionality has made BRICS financing highly attractive to emerging economies. Lower interest rates, flexible repayment terms, and local-currency settlement foster long-term trust in the NDB, enabling nations to reduce exposure to sanctions, tariffs, and Western-centric financial risks.

Why It Matters

The rise of non-conditional BRICS lending is eroding the U.S. financial advantage that has shaped global development for decades. By enabling countries to build infrastructure without Western stipulations, the NDB accelerates a broader global shift away from dollar-dependency. This shift supports parallel financial systems, challenges U.S. economic leverage, and expands the influence of BRICS-aligned development pathways.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1: De-Dollarization

Local-currency lending reduces the dollar’s role in global trade and development. As more nations accept BRICS financing, dollar demand structurally weakens, accelerating the multipolar financial transition.

Pillar 2: Sovereignty-Focused Development

Non-conditional lending empowers nations to pursue domestic priorities without Western-imposed reforms, strengthening sovereign economic decision-making and reshaping the balance of global financial power.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Watcher Guru – “US Dominance Will End Through Non-Conditional Financing by BRICS Bank”

• New Development Bank – “NDB Approves New Infrastructure and Development Loans”

• Reuters – “BRICS Bank Expands Local Currency Lending as Members Seek Dollar Alternatives”

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Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Monday Evening 12-8-25

The Dollar Is Rising Again In Evening Prices In Iraq.

Stock Exchange   The exchange rate of the dollar against the dinar recorded a new surge on Monday, coinciding with the closure of the stock exchange in local markets.

Baghdad 
Selling price: 144,000 dinars for 100 dollars
Buying price: 142,000 dinars for 100 dollars.

Erbil
Selling price: 142050 dinars per 100 dollars
Buying price: 141850 dinars per 100 dollars.   https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=63196

Gold Rises As The Dollar Weakens In The Markets

Economy | 08/12/2025   Mawazin News - Follow-up:   Gold prices rose on Monday, benefiting from increasing expectations that the US Federal Reserve will cut interest rates this week, which further pressured the dollar.

By 9:40 AM Moscow time, February gold futures (Comex) had risen 0.05% to $4,245 per ounce.
Meanwhile, spot gold rose 0.44% to $4,216.26 per ounce.

In the currency markets, the dollar weakened, hovering near its lowest level in six weeks, which it reached on December 4th, making dollar-denominated gold cheaper for holders of other currencies.
https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=271313

Oil Prices Hit Their Highest Level In Two Weeks

Economy | 08/12/2025   Mawazin News - Follow-up:  Oil prices rose near their highest levels in two weeks as markets awaited the US Federal Reserve's decision on a possible interest rate cut this week, which could boost economic growth and energy demand. Investors also continued to monitor geopolitical developments that threaten supplies from Russia and Venezuela.

Brent crude futures rose nine cents to $63.84 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate crude climbed eight cents to $60.16.  Oil prices closed Friday at their highest level since November 18. Data from the London Stock Exchange shows an 84% probability of a quarter-point rate cut at the Fed's meeting on Tuesday and Wednesday, amid expectations that it will be one of the most divisive meetings in years.   https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=271306

Iraq Discusses Oil And Gas Development Projects With US-Based Chevron

Economy | 04:21 - 08/12/2025   Mawazin News – Baghdad:   Oil Minister Hayyan Abdul Ghani Al-Sawad met with a delegation from the American company Chevron to discuss ways to enhance cooperation in the oil and gas sectors. The meeting took place at the ministry headquarters.

In a statement, the ministry said, "Minister Hayyan Abdul Ghani Al-Sawad received a delegation from Chevron, and during the meeting, they discussed topics related to developing the oil and gas sectors." The statement added, "They also discussed investment opportunities and future projects that could contribute to supporting the oil industry in the country."   https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=271329

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The Fed Just Ended QT, Here’s What will Happen Next (Massive Money Reset)

The Fed Just Ended QT, Here’s What will Happen Next (Massive Money Reset)

Mark Moss: Fox News:  12-7-2025

The Federal Reserve’s decision to end its quantitative tightening (QT) phase on December 1st marks a significant turning point in monetary policy mechanics.

Contrary to being a final endpoint, this move signals a critical shift in the Fed’s approach to managing liquidity in the financial system.

As we’ll explore in this blog post, the implications of this shift are far-reaching, with potential consequences for investors, asset prices, and the broader economy.

The Fed’s QT phase, which involved shrinking its balance sheet by reducing securities holdings and draining reserves from the banking system, came to an end due to the scarcity of liquidity in the market.

 Indicators such as rising repo rates and increased usage of the Fed’s standing repo facility (SRF) revealed that the system was approaching its operational limits.

Prominent Fed officials, including Jerome Powell, John Williams, and Lori Logan, have publicly acknowledged that the Fed must begin expanding its balance sheet again to maintain adequate reserves as banking system liabilities grow.

The Fed frames this shift as technical reserve management, rather than a return to quantitative easing (QE) or stimulus.

However, history suggests that expanding the balance sheet can have a significant impact on liquidity conditions and asset prices.

In 2019, the Fed ended QT, only to resume asset purchases shortly after due to a spike in repo markets. Despite labeling this action as non-QE, the balance sheet expansion correlated with significant rallies across major risk assets, including the S&P 500, NASDAQ, gold, and Bitcoin.

The current environment parallels the 2019 cycle, but with larger deficits, a bigger balance sheet starting point, and elevated inflation.

As a result, investors may be on the cusp of a significant liquidity wave, potentially beginning in 2026.

While this shift is not intended as economic stimulus, it is likely to improve liquidity conditions and drive asset prices higher. Historically, the transition from balance sheet contraction to expansion has been associated with improved market performance.

As the Fed embarks on this new path, investors must be prepared for continued volatility. To navigate this environment, it’s essential to avoid margin and focus on scarce assets that hedge against monetary debasement, such as gold, commodities, and Bitcoin.

 These assets have historically performed well in periods of liquidity expansion and monetary easing.

While the base case is for a relatively smooth transition, a “gray swan” risk – domestic political instability – could potentially disrupt the timing or trajectory of this liquidity cycle. Rising institutional conflicts and legal battles across the U.S. government could reshape market dynamics, making it essential for investors to remain vigilant and adaptable.

As the Fed’s shift in monetary policy mechanics sets the stage for a potential liquidity wave, investors must prepare strategically for the coming financial cycle. By building a robust wealth engine and focusing on scarce assets, investors can position themselves for success in a rapidly evolving market environment.

For further insights and information, be sure to watch the full video from Mark Moss, which provides a more in-depth analysis of the Fed’s shift in monetary policy and its implications for investors.

https://youtu.be/UWJ23A81p7Q