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“Tidbits From TNT” Tuesday 1-13-2026

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Tishwash: Trade: 15 Memoranda of Understanding and a number of agreements to be signed with Morocco next month

The Ministry of Trade announced on Sunday that a preparatory meeting of the Iraqi-Moroccan Joint Committee was held to discuss the signing of fifteen memoranda of understanding and several agreements during the committee's meetings in Baghdad on February 18-19.

The ministry stated in a press release received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA) that "the Iraqi-Moroccan Joint Committee held its preparatory meeting in Baghdad, chaired by the Iraqi Deputy Chairman of the Committee, Administrative Undersecretary of the Ministry of Trade, Sattar al-Jabri, in preparation for the joint committee meetings scheduled to be held in Baghdad on February 18-19."

TNT:

Tishwash: Trade: 15 Memoranda of Understanding and a number of agreements to be signed with Morocco next month

The statement added that "the meeting discussed the Iraqi side's report on preparations for the upcoming meeting with the Moroccan side, with the participation of representatives from relevant ministries and government agencies, as well as representatives from the private sector."
It continued, "The meeting addressed approximately fifteen memoranda of understanding and several agreements slated for signing with the Moroccan side during the joint committee meetings, which will contribute to strengthening bilateral cooperation in various fields."

The statement indicated "the Iraqi side's keenness to open up broader horizons for joint cooperation and build strategic partnerships, as well as to sign memoranda of understanding that serve the mutual interests of the two brotherly countries, which are united by solid diplomatic relations and important economic and developmental commonalities." link

Tishwash: Government advisor: The price of a barrel of oil in the 2026 budget is between $55 and $62.

The Prime Minister’s financial advisor, Mazhar Muhammad Saleh, predicted on Monday that the average price of a barrel of oil in the 2026 budget would range between $55 and $62, noting that these estimates are subject to change due to several factors.

Saleh said that “global forecasts, based on OPEC analyses and the context of the global oil market, as well as estimates from a number of international financial institutions, indicate that the average price of a barrel of global oil (Brent crude) expected for 2026 may move within an approximate range of between $55 and $62 per barrel, with an average tendency of approximately $61 in a considerable number of market estimates.”

He pointed out that "these estimates are based on market analyses and informal research related to OPEC forecasts and supply and demand balances in the global economy, and do not represent an official price figure announced by the organization."

He added that "these estimates remain subject to change depending on a number of influencing factors, most notably developments in geopolitical conflicts, changes in the pace of global energy demand growth, production policy decisions within the framework of 'OPEC+', as well as the accelerating shift towards renewable energy and climate policies." link

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Tishwash: Sudani meets with Oliver Wyman to discuss debt rescheduling and improving borrowing costs.

On Monday, January 12, 2026, caretaker Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani discussed debt rescheduling and improving borrowing costs during a meeting he held with representatives of the financial auditing firms "Oliver" and "Wyman," in the presence of the Minister of Finance, the Governor of the Central Bank, and a number of financial and economic advisors.

A statement from the office of Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, a copy of which was received by Al-Jabal, stated: “Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani chaired a meeting today, Monday, dedicated to discussing financial organization, scheduling, and management of public debt, both external and internal, in the presence of the Minister of Finance, the Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq, a number of financial and economic advisors, as well as representatives of the global financial auditing firm Oliver Wyman.”

The statement added, "The meeting witnessed a comprehensive and detailed presentation of the plans and programs adopted in scheduling public debts, and the priorities of financial treatments, in accordance with the most appropriate reform steps, and scientific paths based on similar successful global experiences, taking into account the particularity of the Iraqi experience and relying on developing the strong and reliable characteristics of the Iraqi economy."

During the meeting, according to the statement, Al-Sudani pointed to "the government's completion of the financial and economic reform process, and the benefit of the expertise of major international companies in scheduling public debts, both local and foreign, and the importance of adopting medium-term strategies in accordance with the nature of the debts, the credit rating and global indicators in this field, with the importance of emphasizing the development of budgets based on a realistic assessment of the availability of financing and the ability to implement."

The statement continued, “Al-Sudani also stressed the need to achieve the desired benefits from public debt management and employ them within the framework of promoting economic growth, easing pressure on the national currency, improving borrowing costs, and maintaining the financial reputation of the Iraqi economy and its strengths, while emphasizing the stages of diagnosis, improvement, and developing successful strategies for implementation within the steps of managing and scheduling public debt, in line with long-term economic reform.”

The statement concluded, "Al-Sudani directed the Ministry of Finance, the Central Bank, and financial advisors to continue communicating and following up with Oliver Wyman in order to develop the best executive formulas and financial mechanisms for dealing with public debt, within the framework of sound financial indicators that contribute to the goal of developing the Iraqi economy." link

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Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Tuesday Morning 1-13-26

An Economist Explains The Budget And Spending Mechanism (1/12) Under The Caretaker Government.

Time: 2026/01/13 {Economic: Al-Furat News} Economic expert Salah Nouri explained on Tuesday the legal foundations for submitting and approving the federal general budget, and the financial disbursement mechanisms adopted in the event of its non-approval, especially in light of the caretaker government situation.

An Economist Explains The Budget And Spending Mechanism (1/12) Under The Caretaker Government.

Nouri pointed out in his statement to Al-Furat News Agency that “Article (11) of the Federal Financial Management Law No. (6) of 2019 stipulated that the draft federal general budget law be submitted by the Council of Ministers to the House of Representatives before the middle of October of each year.”

He explained that “Article (13), Paragraph Three, dealt with the situation of the House of Representatives not approving the draft budget law until 12/31 of the fiscal year, as the final financial statements for the previous year are considered the basis for the financial statements for the current year, and are submitted to the House of Representatives for the purpose of approving them.”

He added that "the current situation is that the government is a caretaker government, and therefore paragraph one of Article (13) is applied, which allows spending at a rate of 1/12 of the total actual expenditures of the previous year, after excluding non-recurring expenditures for the current and investment budgets." From... Ragheed LINK

Interior Ministry Announces Arrest of 91 Individuals for Manipulating Dollar Exchange Rates

Baghdad – INA The Ministry of Interior announced on Tuesday the arrest of 91 individuals on charges of manipulating U.S. dollar exchange rates.

The ministry’s spokesperson, Major General Miqdad Miri, said during a press conference attended by the Iraqi News Agency (INA) that security forces had succeeded in arresting 91 persons accused of manipulating dollar prices.

He added that the ministry had also arrested 147 individuals for manipulating the prices of food commodities and medicines, noting that the Ministry of Interior has contracted for 100 fixed and mobile radar units to monitor external highways.

https://ina.iq/en/44781-interior-ministry-announces-arrest-of-91-individuals-for-manipulating-dollar-exchange-rates.html

Interior Ministry: Those Manipulating Food And Dollar Prices Apprehended... Traffic Directorate Reveals The Number Of Cars In Iraq

Time: 2026/01/13 11:51:13 Reading: 180 times {Local: Al-Furat News} The Ministry of Interior announced on Tuesday the arrest of a number of people manipulating the prices of food, medicine and the dollar exchange rate, while the Director of the General Traffic Directorate revealed that more than 8 million vehicles have been registered in Iraq since 2003, as part of efforts to enhance control and safety on the roads.

Traffic Director General, Lieutenant General Uday Samir, said at a conference of the Ministry of Interior, which was followed by Al-Furat News, that “the Traffic Directorate has developed specialized curricula for primary, intermediate and preparatory school students, and the Ministry of Education has been contacted to include these curricula in the teaching curriculum.”

He added that "there were random processes in reviewing registration departments, and this has been organized electronically through registration in the Ain Iraq application, and the use of a single window to complete transactions."

Samir pointed out that "27 sites have been built in Baghdad and the provinces, and there are 8 sites under construction, with work being done to ensure that these sites are fully integrated," indicating that "the production capacity in the panel factory has been increased, as the daily production was previously 5,000 panels."

He continued, saying: "Today, production has increased to 25,000 paintings per day, with a total production of 5 million paintings, of which one million are in storage."

Samir pointed out that "in 2025, more than one million license plates were produced, and the import of vehicles, which was previously managed haphazardly by companies, was organized."

Regarding the imposition of violations, Samir confirmed that "currently, violations are imposed on vehicles, but in the future, violations will be on the driver's license, as a system of driver violation will be adopted, and points will be deducted from the driver's balance, and the matter may reach the point of withdrawing the license and preventing him from driving the vehicle."

He pointed out that "the number of vehicles registered since 2003 has reached more than 8 million vehicles, while the number of vehicles registered since 2010 within the national project has reached more than 4 million vehicles, in addition to more than 600,000 wheels."

For his part, the Director of Media at the Ministry of Interior, Brigadier General Miqdad Miri, said during the same conference that “things are proceeding very smoothly, and we have not recorded any violations regarding the Rajab visit. The security and traffic plan is well-prepared, and tomorrow, Wednesday, will be of the utmost necessity.” He explained that “the plan is flexible and did not include any road closures, except for some limited closures in the Kadhimiyah and Adhamiyah areas, and the city of Kadhimiyah has been declared a weapons-free zone.”

He added that "some markets witnessed abnormal movements in the dollar exchange rate, as we observed attempts by some people to manipulate the currency and prices," noting that "91 people involved in currency manipulation, 113 people manipulating the prices of basic commodities, and 34 accused of manipulating medicines were arrested, and a pledge was taken from 1,300 people, including pharmacy and store owners, as the campaign continues to apprehend violators."

He stressed that "fines are imposed on violators, and the movement of life is proceeding in an organized and ideal manner. The fines have recently included many details, and have been linked to updates on the Ain Iraq application."

Regarding vehicle traffic and traffic accidents, Miri pointed out that “in 2025, the General Traffic Directorate issued 14 statements focusing on regulating vehicle traffic, with a focus on points where accidents occur. The directorate was also supplied with modern patrols with 818 Toyota Cruise vehicles and 473 other vehicles, to be used in the outer sections, bringing the total number of vehicles in these sections to 1,354 vehicles.”

He continued: “The directorate was also supplied with 20 mobile vehicles for distributing traffic signs, and traffic barriers were created on the external roads. Additionally, a contract was signed for 100 fixed and mobile radars to monitor the external roads from Basra to Nineveh.”

Miri confirmed that "the cameras and radars have been started operating in Baghdad, distributed across 109 intersections and highways, which will contribute to reducing traffic accidents, and the first phase, which includes 40 intersections, will be completed."

Miri pointed out that "877 affiliates were appointed on a contractual basis, and this number had a clear and positive impact on the street and traffic."

He stressed that “all the procedures and points mentioned contributed to the decrease in the accident rate in 2025, as the accident rate in Iraq decreased compared to 2024 to 5.9, which is a rate that is considered better than other countries.” LINK

Dollar opens lower in Baghdad, Erbil markets

2026-01-13 02:48 Shafaq News– Baghdad/ Erbil The US dollar opened Tuesday’s trading at a lower rate in Baghdad and Erbil markets, according to a Shafaq News market survey.

In Baghdad, the dollar opened at 146,400 Iraqi dinars per 100 dollars, down by 400 dinars from the previous session, when it closed at 146,800 dinars per 100 dollars at the Al-Kifah and Al-Harithiya exchanges.

Local exchange shops in the capital sold the dollar at 147,000 dinars per 100 dollars, while buying prices stood at 146,000 dinars.

In Erbil, the dollar edged lower at the opening of trading, with selling prices reaching 145,950 dinars per 100 dollars and buying prices at 145,850 dinars. https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Dollar-opens-lower-in-Baghdad-Erbil-markets

Gold prices slide in Baghdad, Erbil markets

2026-01-13 04:00 Shafaq News– Baghdad/ Erbil On Tuesday, gold prices edged lower in Baghdad and Erbil markets, according to a survey by Shafaq News Agency.

Gold prices on Baghdad's Al-Nahr Street recorded a selling price of 940,000 IQD per mithqal (equivalent to five grams) for 21-carat gold, including Gulf, Turkish, and European varieties, with a buying price of 936,000 IQD. The same gold had sold for 943,000 dinars on Monday.

The selling price for 21-carat Iraqi gold was 911,000 IQD, with a buying price of 907,000 IQD.

In jewelry stores, the selling price per mithqal of 21-carat Gulf gold ranged between 940,000 and 950,000 IQD, while Iraqi gold sold for between 910,000 and 920,000 IQD.

In Erbil, 22-carat gold was sold at 987,000 IQD per mithqal, 21-carat gold at 941,000 IQD, and 18-carat gold at 807,000 IQD. https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Gold-prices-slide-in-Baghdad-Erbil-markets-1

Iraq Ranks Third Among US Oil Suppliers In December At 7M+ Barrels

2026-01-13 06:21 Shafaq News– Baghdad/ Washington Iraq, OPEC’s second-largest oil producer, exported 7.533 million barrels of crude oil to the United States in December 2025, according to data released Tuesday by the US Energy Information Administration (EIA).

During the month, Iraqi crude shipments averaged 306,000 barrels per day (bpd) in the first week, 181,000 bpd in the second, 357,000 bpd in the third, and 129,000 bpd in the fourth week. The figures showed a decline from November, when exports totaled more than 7.9 million barrels.

Iraq, EIA affirmed, ranked third among oil suppliers to the US during December, behind Canada and Saudi Arabia.

Among Arab exporters, Iraq placed second, after Saudi Arabia, which shipped 9.796 million barrels, while Libya came third with 2.139 million barrels. https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Iraq-ranks-third-among-US-oil-suppliers-in-December-at-7M-barrels

Finance Ministry: Iraq Achieved The Second Highest Level Of Improvement Globally In International Governance Indicators.

Money and Business Economy News – Baghdad The Ministry of Finance announced on Tuesday that Iraq has achieved the second highest level of improvement globally in international governance indicators.

The ministry said in a statement received by “Al-Eqtisad News”, that “Iraq has achieved a new international accomplishment within the World Governance Indicators (WGI) report issued in December 2024, according to Fitch and Standard & Poor’s agencies, as Iraq recorded the second highest improvement score globally on an annual basis, reflecting the success of the reform steps adopted by the government in state institutions.”

She noted that “official data from global indicators revealed a tangible improvement in Iraq’s global governance scores, rising from 29.5 points in 2023 to 32.5 points in 2024. This increase represents a positive indicator of the effectiveness of the financial and administrative policies adopted to enhance transparency and efficiency.”

She explained that "according to the report, the largest annual gains were concentrated in three vital sectors, namely: Government efficiency: which recorded an increase of (+4.6 points), Anti-corruption: which made progress of (+4.3 points), Regulatory quality: which increased by (+4.0 points)."

She explained that “progress was not limited to administrative aspects only, but governance indicators pointed to a remarkable and comprehensive improvement in several key areas, which enhances the confidence of the international community, donors and investors in the Iraqi environment, namely: freedom of expression and accountability, political stability and absence of violence, efficiency of government performance, in addition to organizational quality, the rule of law and combating corruption.”

The report indicated that "this remarkable progress came as a result of the commitment to the economic reform program, working to automate financial procedures and strengthen the principles of e-governance, as well as continuing efforts to maintain this positive outcome in a way that serves the supreme national interest and enhances Iraq's position in international indicators." https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=64508

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Senate CLARITY Act Update: Stablecoin Rewards Get a Green Light

Washington draws a sharp line between payments incentives and bank-style yield

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Senate CLARITY Act Update: Stablecoin Rewards Get a Green Light

Washington draws a sharp line between payments incentives and bank-style yield

Overview

A revised draft of the U.S. Senate’s CLARITY Act would allow activity-based stablecoin rewards tied to payments, wallets, staking, and network participation — while explicitly banning interest or yield paid solely for holding stablecoins. The update aims to give crypto firms clearer rules without treating stablecoins as securities or bank deposits, a long-running point of contention between fintech, crypto firms, and traditional banking groups.

Key Developments

Activity-Based Rewards Explicitly Permitted

The amended Digital Asset Market Clarity Act makes clear that rewards linked to actual use of stablecoins are allowed. These include incentives tied to payments, transfers, remittances, and settlements, as well as benefits connected to wallets, accounts, platforms, or blockchain networks.
Crucially, the draft states that offering such rewards does not transform a stablecoin into a security or bank-like product, providing long-sought regulatory clarity for issuers and service providers.

Loyalty, Promotions, and Crypto-Native Incentives Covered

Beyond everyday payments, the exemption extends to loyalty programs, promotional incentives, subscriptions, and rebates involving stablecoins.
The draft also embraces crypto-native activity, permitting rewards associated with providing liquidity or collateral, governance participation, validation, staking, and broader ecosystem engagement — signaling congressional recognition that blockchain networks operate differently from traditional finance.

Clear Prohibition on “Passive” Stablecoin Yield

While activity-based rewards are allowed, the bill draws a firm boundary: digital asset service providers may not pay interest or yield solely for holding a payment stablecoin, regardless of whether compensation is delivered in cash, tokens, or other consideration.
This distinction directly addresses concerns from banking groups that yield-bearing stablecoins resemble deposit-taking without oversight.

Political and Industry Tensions Continue

Senate Banking Chair Tim Scott framed the revised draft as providing “clear rules of the road” for families and small businesses, emphasizing consumer protection and certainty.
However, community banks remain alarmed, arguing that reward programs could pull deposits away from local lenders, weakening credit access for small businesses and households. Crypto advocacy groups counter that stablecoins do not fund loans and that excessive restrictions would curb innovation and consumer choice.

Why It Matters

The CLARITY Act draft represents a regulatory compromise: allowing innovation in payments and blockchain ecosystems while preventing stablecoins from morphing into shadow banking products. By separating usage incentives from passive yield, lawmakers are attempting to modernize financial rules without destabilizing the existing banking system.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

For foreign currency holders watching broader financial system reform and global reset narratives, this legislation matters because stablecoins increasingly function as cross-border payment rails. Clear U.S. rules around rewards and usage could accelerate adoption in remittances and trade settlement, indirectly influencing currency flows, liquidity, and valuation dynamics outside the dollar system.

Implications for the Global Reset

Under Global Reset Pillar One, regulated stablecoin usage strengthens alternative payment infrastructure without collapsing banks. Under Pillar Two, political pushback from community banks highlights resistance to rapid change. Together, the CLARITY Act draft points to incremental integration of crypto into the financial system, not disruption overnight.

This isn’t a green light for crypto yield — it’s Washington defining what counts as real financial activity.

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BRICS De-Dollarization in 2026: A Turning Point for Global Dollar Use

Local currencies rise, payment rails multiply, and the dollar’s role quietly adjusts

Overview

BRICS de-dollarization efforts heading into 2026 are accelerating through local currency settlements and alternative payment systems, not through an abrupt rejection of the U.S. dollar. While Russia and China now settle roughly 90% of their trade in rubles and yuan, other members — notably India — are signaling restraint, emphasizing the dollar’s continued role in global stability. The result is a measured, infrastructure-driven shift rather than a dramatic currency overthrow.

Key Developments

Local Currency Trading Gains Ground

Bilateral trade among BRICS members is increasingly conducted in national currencies, reducing transaction costs and exposure to sanctions. Russian President Vladimir Putin has emphasized that this shift is pragmatic rather than ideological, noting that alternatives are pursued only when access to the dollar system is restricted.
The expansion of ruble, yuan, and other friendly currencies in settlements reflects a functional diversification, not a wholesale abandonment of the greenback.

Alternative Infrastructure Takes Shape

Instead of launching a single BRICS currency, the bloc is prioritizing interoperable payment systems. Platforms such as BRICS Pay aim to link domestic networks like Russia’s SPFS, China’s CIPS, and India’s UPI.
Meanwhile, mBridge enables near-instant cross-border settlements using central bank digital currencies, signaling how future trade may bypass traditional correspondent banking rails.

Political Pressure Influences the Pace

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has warned of potential 100% tariffs against countries aggressively pursuing de-dollarization, framing the issue as a strategic and political threat.
Brazilian President Lula da Silva responded by criticizing the use of tariffs as economic coercion, underscoring how geopolitical pressure is shaping BRICS strategy as much as economics.

India Signals Caution, Not Confrontation

India has distanced itself from rhetoric about replacing the dollar. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has stressed that the dollar remains a cornerstone of global economic stability, and that BRICS lacks a unified stance on dethroning it.
This cautious approach highlights that BRICS de-dollarization is uneven and pragmatic, with each member prioritizing its own financial stability.

Why It Matters

The 2026 BRICS de-dollarization push is less about collapsing dollar dominance and more about building parallel systems. As trade increasingly flows through local currencies and new payment rails, the dollar’s exclusive centrality erodes — even if its reserve status remains intact.
This gradual shift could reshape global liquidity flows, reduce sanctions leverage, and introduce a more multipolar financial order.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

For foreign currency holders watching potential revaluations and a broader global reset, this evolution is critical. Expanded local currency trade and alternative settlement systems increase demand for non-dollar currencies, especially those tied to commodities and regional trade hubs.
Rather than a sudden dollar collapse, the opportunity lies in incremental currency realignments as global finance diversifies.

Implications for the Global Reset

Under Global Reset Pillar One, BRICS infrastructure-building weakens single-system dependence. Under Pillar Two, political resistance and dollar stability slow any abrupt transition. Together, they point to a controlled financial rebalancing, not chaos.

This is not a dollar crash — it’s a quiet rewiring of how the world settles trade.

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🌱 A Message to Our Currency Holders🌱

If you’ve been holding foreign currency for many years, you were not foolish.
You were not wrong to believe the global financial system would change.

What failed was not your patience — it was the information you were given.

For years, dates, rumors, and personalities replaced facts, structure, and proof. “This week” predictions created cycles of hope and disappointment that were never based on how currencies actually change.

That is not your failure.

Our mission here is different: • No dates • No rates • No hype • No gurus

Instead, we focus on:
• Verifiable developments • Institutional evidence
• Global financial structure • Where countries actually sit in the process

Currency value changes only come after sovereignty, trade, banking, settlement systems, and fiscal coordination are in place. History and institutions confirm this sequence.

You will see silence. You will see denials. That is not delay — that is discipline.

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

You deserve truth — not timelines.

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Gold Breaks Free: Shining as the Dollar Wavers

Tagline: When confidence falters, markets seek tangible certainty — and gold answers the call.

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Gold Breaks Free: Shining as the Dollar Wavers

Tagline: When confidence falters, markets seek tangible certainty — and gold answers the call.

Overview

Gold prices surged to record levels as uncertainty hit currency markets.
The U.S. dollar weakened sharply amid political stress on the Federal Reserve.
Investors rotated toward safe-haven assets like precious metals.
Market dynamics signaled broader risk re-pricing across global finance.

Key Developments

Gold climbs as investors seek stability
Gold hit multi-year highs as traders shifted capital into assets perceived as reliable stores of value — especially amid eroding confidence in monetary institutions.

Dollar slides on rising political and policy risk
The U.S. dollar weakened across major currency pairs after political events shook investor trust in the Federal Reserve’s independence, prompting currency repositioning.

Safe havens benefit from risk aversion
Precious metals and other non-currency stores of value outperformed as the market’s risk appetite contracted sharply, reflecting hedging behavior.

Market indicators confirm shift in sentiment
Volatility metrics and FX flows suggested a broad repricing of risk — with traditional “risk on” assets losing ground while havens gained traction.

Why It Matters

Gold’s ascent amid a weakening dollar underscores how confidence lapses in monetary leadership can ripple into real asset markets. When central banks appear vulnerable to political pressure, capital seeks alternatives that are less subject to policy uncertainty.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

For holders of foreign currency, this shift suggests broader repricing dynamics: weak confidence in dominant monetary institutions can strengthen the calculus for diversifying into real assets and currency alternatives — key themes tied to reset considerations.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1: Hard Assets Regain Strategic Relevance
As monetary credibility wavers, gold and similar assets reclaim strategic importance — potentially reshaping reserve allocations and weakening the monopoly of fiat anchors.

Pillar 2: Monetary Uncertainty Drives Structural Rebalancing
A sustained move into tangible stores of value may accelerate trends toward financial decentralization and monetary plurality, both core elements in reset scenarios.

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

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Make-or-Break Moment: Investors Confront a Fed Crisis

When faith in the referee wavers, markets start rewriting the rules.

Overview

Investors are increasingly alarmed by the escalating conflict surrounding the Federal Reserve.
Concerns center on whether political pressure could alter monetary policy outcomes.
Market volatility reflects growing uncertainty about future rate decisions.
Global investors are reassessing exposure to U.S. assets and the dollar.

Key Developments

Investors warn of a pivotal credibility test for the Fed
Market participants describe the current standoff as a “make-or-break” moment for the Federal Reserve, with long-term consequences for policy credibility and investor trust.

Uncertainty clouds future interest-rate expectations
The conflict has complicated expectations around rate cuts or tightening, as investors question whether economic data or political influence will guide future decisions.

Market volatility signals unease
Equities, bonds, and currency markets have all shown signs of stress, reflecting concern that monetary stability may be compromised during a politically charged period.

Global investors reassess U.S. financial leadership
International asset managers are increasingly focused on whether the U.S. can maintain institutional stability — a critical factor in global capital allocation.

Why It Matters

Investor confidence relies on predictable, rules-based monetary policy. When the Federal Reserve’s independence is questioned, uncertainty spreads beyond U.S. markets, affecting global liquidity, capital flows, and financial stability.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

Foreign currency holders anticipating gains from a Global Reset closely watch moments like this. A weakening perception of Fed authority strengthens the narrative for currency realignment, diversification, and revaluation as confidence shifts away from traditional monetary anchors.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1: Confidence as the True Reserve Asset
The dollar’s dominance depends less on size and more on trust. A credibility crisis at the Fed challenges that foundation and accelerates discussions around alternative systems.

Pillar 2: Market Stress as a Catalyst for Change
Periods of institutional strain often precede structural reform — making investor anxiety a potential trigger rather than a byproduct of reset dynamics.

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

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Fed Under Siege: The Dollar’s Untouchable Pillar Starts to Crack

When political power collides with monetary authority, global finance takes notice.

Fed Under Siege: The Dollar’s Untouchable Pillar Starts to Crack

When political power collides with monetary authority, global finance takes notice.

Overview

A criminal investigation involving the U.S. Federal Reserve Chair has triggered widespread concern over central bank independence.
Markets reacted swiftly, signaling anxiety over political influence on monetary policy.
The U.S. dollar weakened as investors reassessed institutional stability.
Safe-haven assets surged, reflecting a shift in global risk perception.

Key Developments

Unprecedented legal pressure on the Federal Reserve
For the first time in modern history, a sitting Fed Chair faces criminal scrutiny, raising alarms that monetary policy could be influenced by political objectives rather than economic data.

Public defense of monetary independence
Federal Reserve leadership pushed back forcefully, emphasizing that policy decisions must remain insulated from political forces to preserve credibility and market trust.

Markets respond to institutional uncertainty
Currency markets reacted immediately, with the dollar slipping and volatility rising as traders priced in long-term damage to policy predictability.

Global implications ripple outward
International observers warned that any erosion of U.S. central bank independence could destabilize global capital flows and accelerate diversification away from the dollar.

Why It Matters

Central bank independence underpins trust in modern financial systems. When that independence is questioned, markets begin to doubt not just policy decisions, but the durability of the entire monetary framework supporting global trade and finance.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

Foreign currency holders anticipate gains tied to a future Global Reset, where currency values may realign. A weakened perception of U.S. monetary authority strengthens the case for currency repricing, diversification, and alternative stores of value as confidence shifts away from traditional anchors.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1: Reserve Currency Confidence at Risk
Political interference threatens the dollar’s role as the unquestioned global reserve, opening the door for accelerated reserve diversification and structural change.

Pillar 2: The Return of Hard Assets and Neutral Money
As trust in institutions erodes, capital gravitates toward assets perceived as politically neutral — reinforcing long-term reset dynamics already underway.

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

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Europe Draws the Line: Germany’s Finance Chief Defends Central Bank Autonomy

When Washington’s monetary drama spills into transatlantic policy, global trust in currency safeguards becomes a global issue.

Overview

• German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil publicly reaffirmed his commitment to central bank independence amid turmoil over U.S. pressure on the Federal Reserve.
• He described independence as a “clear line” that must not be crossed.
• The comments were made against the backdrop of ongoing controversy surrounding the U.S. Justice Department’s actions involving Fed leadership.
• Europe’s stance signals widening transatlantic divergence on monetary governance.Key Developments

Germany draws a bright line under central bank autonomy
Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil emphasized that central bank independence is non-negotiable, especially in light of events casting doubt on U.S. monetary insulation from political pressure.

Comments delivered in Washington at G7+ talks
Speaking during a meeting with other advanced economies’ finance leaders, Klingbeil warned that eroding confidence in monetary neutrality could have far-reaching consequences for global stability.

Transatlantic dialogue under strain
Klingbeil acknowledged that while Europe seeks cooperation with the U.S., differences are widening, particularly regarding how monetary institutions are treated amid political disputes.

Broader strategic considerations on the table
Beyond monetary policy, the meeting also touched on supply chain resilience and reducing dependencies on key global producers — illustrating how economic confidence and strategic security are now intertwined.

Why It Matters

Central bank independence is a cornerstone of credible monetary policy. When leaders of major economies reaffirm this principle, it reinforces market confidence — but it also highlights how fragile that confidence can be when global monetary leadership appears politically vulnerable.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

Foreign currency holders watch central bank credibility closely: shifts in perceived autonomy can lead to portfolio reallocations, reserve reshuffling, and increased demand for alternatives — all foundational to reset dynamics.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1: Reinforcing Institutional Trust or Exposing Fault Lines
Germany’s stance strengthens the narrative that central bank independence must be preserved — a key tenet for stable cross-border reserve systems or potential alternatives.

Pillar 2: Transatlantic Monetary Friction as a Catalyst for Change
Growing divergence between European and U.S. policy philosophies could accelerate conversations on reserve diversification, regional monetary resilience, and new financial architectures.

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

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Tishwash: International Monetary Fund: Iraq's inflation rate is the lowest in the Arab world.

Data from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) showed that the inflation rate in Iraq reached about 1.5% by the end of 2025, making it among the lowest inflation rates in Arab countries, according to the Fund’s indicators for consumer price expectations.

According to data from World Economic Outlook and the IMF's country database, Iraq recorded a low inflation rate compared to a number of Arab economies that continued to experience high price pressures during the same year, reflecting relative stability in domestic prices.

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Tishwash: International Monetary Fund: Iraq's inflation rate is the lowest in the Arab world.

Inflation rate in Iraq

The IMF data indicates that the decline in inflation in Iraq is linked to several factors, including improved availability of goods in the markets, relative stability of the exchange rate, and government policies related to imports and public spending, despite the continued regional and global economic challenges.

In the same context, the IMF data showed a wide disparity in inflation rates among Arab countries at the end of 2025, with some countries recording high rates, while others, including Iraq, maintained relatively low levels, reflecting the different economic conditions and monetary and fiscal policies adopted in each country.

A lower inflation rate is an important indicator of relatively stable purchasing power, but it does not necessarily reflect an overall improvement in living conditions, given the continued challenges of unemployment and income levels. link

Tishwash: Parliamentary signatures were collected to summon the Prime Minister and the Minister of Finance to discuss the tax decision.

text of the document:

Greetings,

Based on Article 28 of the 2005 Constitution of the Republic of Iraq, which stipulates that taxes and fees may only be imposed by law and in a manner that achieves social justice, and Article 61/Second, which concerns the oversight role of the Council of Representatives, and Article 61/First (b), which authorizes the Council to summon senior executive officials, in addition to Articles 30 and 14, which relate to a decent standard of living and equality before the law:

We kindly request your approval to summon the Prime Minister and the Minister of Finance to the Council of Representatives to discuss the procedures and policies related to imposing taxes and fees on citizens, to clarify their economic and social impacts, and to assess their compliance with the provisions of the Constitution and the principle of social justice.

We request that you take the necessary measures in this regard and schedule a suitable date for the hearing.

Thank you for your attention and consideration. link

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Tishwash: A representative of Al-Mirbad: Today's session was a continuation of yesterday's session, hosting the directors of customs, taxes, and border crossings.

MP Raja Fadel Al-Hamdi said that today’s session was a continuation of yesterday’s session, which also included hosting the directors general of the border crossings, customs and tax authorities.

Al-Hamdi added in her statement to Al-Mirbad that the revenues from those bodies were discussed, as well as how to maximize resources, in addition to discussing the waste of some revenues and the lack of control over them by the competent authorities. She also indicated that the dues of the governorates were also addressed.

Al-Hamdi revealed that she called for attention to be paid to the border crossings, especially the Shalamcheh border crossing in Basra, which represents a gateway to the governorate and is linked to the state of Iran, from which millions of visitors come annually, indicating that she asked the head of the Border Crossings Authority to visit it and learn about its needs. link

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Tishwash: Qasim al-Araji receives the Chargé d'Affaires of the US Embassy in Baghdad

National Security Advisor, Mr. Qasim Al-Araji, received the Chargé d'Affaires of the US Embassy in Baghdad on Sunday.

Mr. Joshua Harris.

Mr. Al-Araji stressed that the Iraqi government is making great efforts to spare Iraq the effects of the conflict in the region, and to ensure that Iraq does not become an arena for settling scores, praising the efforts of the political blocs to choose a government that meets the aspirations of the Iraqi people for security, stability and balanced relations with the international community.

During the meeting, a comprehensive review of the overall situation in the region and the latest regional and international developments was also conducted.

The meeting also addressed the continuation of cooperation and partnership between Iraq and the United States, in a way that serves the security and stability of the region and the world. link

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Tishwash: Baghdad merchants take to the streets in a large demonstration protesting the fees

Traders in the capital have launched Baghdad Today, Sunday, a large demonstration took place near Baghdad Chamber of Commerce In protest against the fees Customs

The new regulations that the government began implementing with the arrival of the new year, which led to an increase in the value of fees on some goods, especially gold, cars, electronics and electrical appliances.

The lens captured Sumerian Protests by all merchants Baghdad Members in Baghdad Chamber of Commerce Those specializing in trading various goods raised banners containing slogans against the fees, especially the 30% fee.

oldsmiths, speaking to Alsumaria News, warned that the new fees will directly affect young people wishing to get married in Iraq This comes after the tariff increase. Customs On gold, 50 times.

One of the traders said that they used to pay 250,000 dinars in fees for every kilogram of imported gold, and today the fees have become 5%, which is equivalent to paying more than 12 million dinars in fees.

The traders confirmed that with one million dinars a young man about to get married could buy a good piece of furniture, but today it is impossible to get anything suitable for that price link

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STABLECOINS, SANCTIONS AND SURVEILLANCE: WHY 2025 RESHAPED CRYPTO’S REGULATORY REALITY
From speculation to enforcement, digital money crossed the point of no return

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STABLECOINS, SANCTIONS AND SURVEILLANCE: WHY 2025 RESHAPED CRYPTO’S REGULATORY REALITY
From speculation to enforcement, digital money crossed the point of no return

Overview

As crypto entered 2026, the focus shifted decisively away from speculation toward infrastructure, compliance, and real-world use.
Stablecoins now account for more than 50% of all onchain transaction volume globally, overtaking most other crypto assets in practical usage.
Governments and regulators moved from exploratory policy to active enforcement and implementation during 2025.
Sanctions, surveillance, and geopolitical use of crypto became defining regulatory drivers.

Key Developments

Stablecoins moved to the center: Despite Bitcoin retaining roughly half of total crypto market capitalization, stablecoins now dominate transactional volume across payments, remittances, and trading.
Enforcement leverage expanded: Centralized stablecoin issuers have demonstrated the ability to freeze or burn tokens, giving regulators and law enforcement a powerful compliance tool.
Crypto crime evolved: Illicit crypto flows surged in 2025, driven largely by professionalized, state-linked activity rather than retail crime alone.
Sanctions evasion spotlight: Regulators identified stablecoins and state-backed crypto networks as tools increasingly used to bypass traditional financial restrictions.
Europe formalized oversight: Implementation of the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) progressed, establishing clearer rules for issuers, exchanges, and custodians.

Why It Matters

2025 marked a turning point where crypto became embedded in global financial governance rather than existing outside it:

Regulatory theory became practice: Oversight is now operational, not hypothetical.
Crypto is geopolitical: Digital assets are now intertwined with sanctions policy, national security, and cross-border enforcement.
Stablecoins became systemically relevant: Their scale and utility forced governments to treat them as financial infrastructure.
Surveillance increased: Transparency tools and blockchain analytics are now core components of enforcement strategies.

This transition effectively ended the era of crypto operating in a regulatory gray zone.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

For those holding foreign currencies while watching for revaluation or systemic change:

Stablecoins are shadow dollars: Their dominance reflects demand for dollar-linked stability outside traditional banking systems.
Monetary trust is shifting: Users are choosing functional digital settlement over domestic fiat currencies in stressed economies.
Parallel currency systems are normalizing: This weakens exclusive reliance on sovereign banking rails.
Pre-reset infrastructure: Regulatory clarity around stablecoins suggests they may play a role in future cross-border settlement frameworks.

In essence, currency relevance is increasingly determined by usability, access, and trust — not just legal status.

Implications for the Global Reset

Digital Settlement Pillar: Stablecoins are now embedded in global commerce, even under heavy regulation.
Sovereignty Stress Pillar: Governments are adapting to monetary tools they no longer fully control.

This is not the end of crypto — it is the moment it became part of the system it was meant to disrupt.

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RISING BRICS TRADE DEFICIT PUTS SOUTH AFRICA’S STRATEGY UNDER FIRE
When political alignment outpaces economic returns

Overview

South Africa’s trade deficit with BRICS partners widened by approximately $9.6 billion, triggering renewed scrutiny of the bloc’s economic value.
Analysts warn BRICS remains a political alliance without a binding trade framework, limiting tangible benefits.
South Africa continues to trade more profitably with Western partners than with BRICS members.
Tariff asymmetries within BRICS are disadvantaging South African exporters.

Key Developments

Persistent deficit: Research shows South Africa has run a consistent trade deficit with BRICS since joining in 2010, with no meaningful improvement over 14 years.
Intra-BRICS imbalance: BRICS countries trade more with non-BRICS partners than with each other, undermining claims of deep economic integration.
China as the exception: China remains the only BRICS partner delivering notable trade volume, while others lag significantly.
Tariff mismatch: South Africa maintains some of the lowest tariffs toward BRICS partners, while facing higher barriers exporting into their markets.
No formal framework: The absence of a BRICS trade agreement limits investment flows, export growth, and manufacturing integration.

Why It Matters

The growing deficit highlights a structural weakness in BRICS as an economic bloc:

Political alignment has outpaced economic coordination.
Without binding trade rules, BRICS lacks mechanisms to correct imbalances.
South Africa’s open market structure leaves it exposed to import-heavy trade.
Economic benefits remain uneven and largely concentrated with China.

This challenges the narrative that BRICS alone can serve as a viable alternative to Western trade systems without deeper institutional reform.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

For currency holders monitoring global realignment and revaluation dynamics:

Trade imbalances weaken currency fundamentals: Persistent deficits pressure domestic currencies and foreign reserves.
BRICS fragmentation delays reset narratives: Without economic cohesion, BRICS cannot yet underpin a unified alternative monetary system.
Western trade still anchors value: South Africa’s stronger performance with the EU and U.S. reinforces where real settlement stability remains.
Future upside depends on reform: Any meaningful BRICS-based currency or settlement mechanism requires trade symmetry first.

In short, currency revaluation follows trade strength — not political symbolism.

Implications for the Global Reset

Trade Structure Pillar: Realignment fails without enforceable trade agreements.
Multipolar Reality Pillar: BRICS must mature economically to challenge existing systems.

This is not the collapse of BRICS — but a warning that economics, not politics, will decide its future.

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Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Monday Morning 1-12-26

Global Assets Are Moving Amid Escalating Geopolitical Risks Between Iran And The United States.

Money and Business Economy News - Follow-up Financial markets are closely monitoring the accelerating pace of events in Iran, where protests continue in Iranian cities. Meanwhile, press reports indicate that US President Donald Trump will receive a briefing on Tuesday regarding specific options for responding to these protests.

Iran had threatened the United States and Israel with retaliation for any attack on the country. These developments have a significant impact on global asset movements.

Global Assets Are Moving Amid Escalating Geopolitical Risks Between Iran And The United States.

Iran had threatened the United States and Israel with retaliation for any attack on the country. These developments have a significant impact on global asset movements.

In his latest remarks, Trump indicated that Iran had called yesterday for negotiations on the nuclear program, suggesting the possibility of meeting with them.

Trump said on Sunday that the Iranian leadership had contacted him seeking to "negotiate" after he threatened military action amid mass anti-government protests in Iran.

Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One, "Iran's leaders called yesterday," adding that "a meeting is being arranged... They want to negotiate." But he continued, "We may have to act before a meeting takes place."

Trump had indicated that he intended to speak with Elon Musk in order to restore internet access in Iran via Starlink technology.

With the escalating unrest in Iran and growing fears of its impact on global energy markets, investors and analysts are turning their attention to the level of risk threatening oil supplies and the market's readiness to react to it.https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=64460

USD/IQD Exchange Rates Inch Higher In Baghdad, Erbil

Economy & Business 2026-01-12 Shafaq News– Baghdad/ Erbil The US dollar strengthened against the Iraqi dinar on Monday in Baghdad and Erbil markets.

According to a Shafaq News survey, Baghdad’s Al-Kifah and Al-Harithiya central exchanges registered a rate of 146,800 dinars per $100, up from 146,000 dinars on Sunday.

Exchange shops in the capital recorded a selling price of 147,250 dinars per $100 and a buying price of 146,250 dinars.

In Erbil, the dollar posted similar gains, selling at 146,100 dinars per $100 and buying at 145,950 dinars.

https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/USD-IQD-exchange-rates-inch-higher-in-Baghdad-Erbil-9-5

Iraq Maintains Stable Oil Production Despite OPEC Decline

Energy Economy News – Baghdad A Reuters survey showed that OPEC production fell in December 2025, while Iraq maintained stable production levels, despite the OPEC+ alliance agreeing to gradual increases, due to declining supplies from Iran and Venezuela as a result of US sanctions.

The survey showed that the total production of OPEC countries reached about 28.40 million barrels per day during December, recording a decrease of 100,000 barrels per day compared to the revised November, as this decline came mainly as a result of the decrease in production of Iran and Venezuela, which limited the impact of the planned increases within the OPEC+ agreement.

The survey indicated that the OPEC+ alliance has slowed the pace of monthly production increases, amid concerns about a supply glut in global markets, several member countries nearing their maximum production capacity, and some producers demanding compensatory cuts for previous production periods that exceeded their quotas.

Under an agreement involving eight members of the OPEC+ alliance and covering December production, five OPEC countries – Algeria, Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates – were scheduled to increase their output by about 85,000 barrels per day, before accounting for compensatory cuts totaling 135,000 barrels per day, which included Iraq and the United Arab Emirates, thus reducing the actual increase.

A Reuters survey showed that the actual increase achieved by the five countries did not exceed 20,000 barrels per day, while Iraq's production remained largely unchanged, as Reuters data and OPEC secondary sources showed Baghdad's adherence to its production quota, despite differing estimates from some external parties regarding actual production levels.

In contrast, the survey indicated that Iranian oil production fell by about 100,000 barrels per day during December, affected by US sanctions aimed at limiting Tehran's oil exports, in addition to a decline in Venezuelan production by about 70,000 barrels per day, with expectations that pressure on supplies will continue in the coming period. https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=64473

The European Union Is Preparing Sanctions Against US Companies Over Plans To Annex Greenland.

Money and Business Economy News — Follow-up The British weekly newspaper, The Sunday Telegraph, reported, citing sources, that the European Union is preparing sanctions against American companies if US President Donald Trump insists on his plans to annex Greenland.

According to the newspaper, these restrictive measures may target American technology giants: Meta (classified as extremist in Russia), Google, and Microsoft.

Brussels may also restrict the operations of the "X" platform and impose restrictions on US banks and financial institutions.

The newspaper confirmed that the scenario of European countries closing American military bases on their territories is also under consideration.

The Sunday Telegraph described these measures as a last resort, adding that they might be taken if Trump rejects a proposal from Britain and key EU member states to deploy a NATO force in Greenland to prevent the island from joining the United States.

According to a decision by the Tverskoy Court in Moscow dated March 21, 2022, Meta, the company that owns Facebook and Instagram, was recognized as extremist and its activities are prohibited in Russia. https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=64458

Highest In History: Egyptian Stock Exchange Achieves Unprecedented Feat

Stock Exchange The Egyptian Stock Exchange achieved a new historic milestone on Sunday, the first session of the week, witnessing a strong and collective rise in the indices, with the main index EGX30 jumping by 2.48%, equivalent to about 1038 points.

The main index closed at 42,895.41 points, recording its highest closing level in history, surpassing its previous peak. During the session, the index touched new record levels at 42,965 points before settling at the close above it.

The rise coincided with huge gains in market value, as the market capitalization of listed stocks gained about 46 billion pounds, supported by strong purchases from foreign and Arab institutions, while some local institutions and individuals moved towards limited profit-taking.

Most leading stocks closed in the green zone, with outstanding performance from the banking, real estate and industrial sectors, while the EGX70 index for small and medium-sized companies continued to approach the 13,000 point level, indicating a widening of the upward trend within the market.

The EGX30 index is the main measure of the performance of the Egyptian Stock Exchange, and it consists of the 30 most liquid stocks by market value, and is calculated based on free market value.

This achievement comes after 2025, which witnessed a record rise for the Egyptian market, with the index exceeding 42,600 points previously, supported by improved macroeconomic indicators, slowing inflation, relatively stable exchange rate, and increasing foreign investment flows.

The current rise is attributed to increasing confidence in the Egyptian economy, especially with positive expectations for GDP growth, the continuation of structural reforms, and the attractiveness of Egyptian stock prices compared to other emerging markets. https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=64444

A Government Advisor Predicts The Price Of A Barrel Of Oil In The 2026 Budget.

Baghdad (INA) - Nassar Al-Hajj The Prime Minister’s financial advisor, Mazhar Muhammad Salih, predicted on Monday that the average price of a barrel of oil in the 2026 budget would range between $55 and $62, noting that these estimates are subject to change due to several factors.

Saleh told the Iraqi News Agency (INA): “Global forecasts, based on OPEC analyses and the context of the global oil market, as well as estimates from a number of international financial institutions, indicate that the average price of a barrel of global oil (Brent crude) expected for 2026 may move within an approximate range of between $55 and $62 per barrel, with an average tendency of approximately $61 in a considerable number of market estimates.”

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CBI’s Ten Actions in 2025 and How they will Affect 2026

CBI’s Ten Actions in 2025 and How they will Affect 2026

Edu Matrix: 1-11-2026

As we dive into the latest analysis from Edu Matrix, led by the insightful Sandy Ingram, it becomes clear that the Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) has been working tirelessly behind the scenes.

The CBI’s efforts in 2025 were not about making headlines with speculative currency revaluations but were instead focused on laying a robust foundation for the country’s monetary stability, enhancing financial controls, and modernizing Iraq’s financial infrastructure.

CBI’s Ten Actions in 2025 and How they will Affect 2026

Edu Matrix: 1-11-2026

As we dive into the latest analysis from Edu Matrix, led by the insightful Sandy Ingram, it becomes clear that the Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) has been working tirelessly behind the scenes.

Iraq faces significant economic hurdles, one of the most pressing being the overprinting of its currency, the Iraqi dinar (IQD). This issue undermines the CBI’s control over the currency and poses a considerable risk to the economy.

To counter this, the Iraqi government is considering two major strategies: either introducing a new currency to replace the IQD or imposing restrictions on non-citizens holding the currency. Both approaches aim to regain control over currency circulation and stabilize the economy.

The CBI took a firm stance against speculation regarding potential changes to the dinar’s exchange rate, emphasizing that any adjustments would be made under fully controlled conditions to prevent economic disruption. This approach underscores the bank’s commitment to stability and its cautious stance on major monetary decisions.

While confirming the development of a digital dinar, the CBI noted that this is a long-term project requiring substantial infrastructure development. The introduction of a digital currency could revolutionize the Iraqi monetary system, offering a more controlled, efficient, and modern means of conducting transactions.

2025 was a year of discipline and consolidation for the Iraqi monetary system. The CBI’s focus on building credibility, enhancing stability, and laying the groundwork for potential future currency adjustments suggests that any revaluation or currency reform in 2026 will be preceded by a period of controlled transition.

This transition is likely to be supported by the technological and institutional advancements made in 2025.

For those looking for further insights into the CBI’s strategies and the future of Iraq’s monetary system, watching the full video analysis from Edu Matrix is a must.

As we look towards 2026, it’s clear that the stage is being set for a potentially significant shift in Iraq’s economic landscape, driven by the CBI’s steady and considered approach.

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TETHER AT CENTER STAGE IN US–VENEZUELA CONFLICT AS 80% OF OIL REVENUE MOVES VIA STABLECOINS
Sanctions pressure accelerates digital money adoption and weakens traditional banking control

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TETHER AT CENTER STAGE IN US–VENEZUELA CONFLICT AS 80% OF OIL REVENUE MOVES VIA STABLECOINS
Sanctions pressure accelerates digital money adoption and weakens traditional banking control

Overview

Tether’s USDT stablecoin has emerged as a central financial tool in Venezuela following the arrest of Nicolás Maduro in the United States.
An estimated 80% of Venezuela’s oil-sector revenue is now being collected through stablecoins rather than traditional banking channels.
USDT has become critical both for state-level oil transactions and for everyday civilian use amid currency collapse.
Heightened scrutiny of Venezuela’s financial flows has placed stablecoins at the center of global sanctions and enforcement debates.

Key Developments

Sanctions-driven shift: Venezuela’s state oil company began accepting USDT for oil sales as early as 2020 to bypass restrictions on dollar-clearing banks.
Oil revenue transformation: Economists estimate that nearly four-fifths of Venezuela’s oil income now settles in stablecoins rather than fiat currency.
Civilian adoption accelerates: With the bolívar having lost over 99% of its value over the past decade, USDT has become a preferred store of value and medium of exchange for citizens.
Regulatory tension: Tether has cooperated with U.S. authorities to freeze wallets linked to sanctioned entities, highlighting the dual-use nature of stablecoins.
Maduro case intensifies scrutiny: The former president’s detention has renewed focus on tracking state-linked crypto flows tied to oil exports.

Why It Matters

This development reflects a structural change in how sanctioned economies function financially:

Banking systems are no longer mandatory: Stablecoins allow commodity trade to operate outside traditional correspondent banking networks.
Sanctions enforcement is evolving: Digital settlement challenges conventional financial controls designed around banks and SWIFT.
Parallel financial systems are forming: Stablecoins are now operating as functional money, not speculative instruments, in stressed economies.
Precedent-setting case: Venezuela provides a real-world example of how digital currencies can sustain national revenue under extreme pressure.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

For those holding foreign currencies in anticipation of revaluation within a global reset framework, this shift is significant:

Dollar dominance is being quietly eroded: When oil revenue settles outside dollar-clearing systems, reserve-currency influence weakens.
Alternative settlement systems gain legitimacy: Stablecoins demonstrate how trade can persist without reliance on legacy fiat infrastructure.
Currency repricing signals: Monetary systems often fracture at the edges before broader revaluation events occur.
Hard lessons for fiat currencies: Trust, access, and usability matter more than official status during monetary stress.

This is a reminder that currency power follows utility, not declarations.

Implications for the Global Reset

Payment Systems Pillar: Stablecoins are proving capable of replacing banks in high-value trade under pressure.
Monetary Transition Pillar: The rise of digital dollars outside U.S. control exposes vulnerabilities in the existing fiat-dominated order.

This is not just a crypto story — it is a case study in how money systems evolve when traditional structures fail.

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BRICS PLAN TO MOVE FROM 50% TO 65–70% GLOBAL GOLD CONTROL IN 2026
Gold, not debt, is emerging as the backbone of the next monetary system
January 11, 2026

Overview

BRICS nations are accelerating a coordinated strategy to expand their control of global gold reserves from roughly 50% to an estimated 65–70% in 2026.
The strategy combines aggressive central-bank gold purchases, expanded domestic production, and gold-backed trade and settlement systems.
Since 2020, BRICS countries have increased gold’s share of their total reserves by more than 100%.
Central banks within the bloc accounted for over half of all global gold purchases between 2020 and 2024.

Key Developments

Production dominance: China produced approximately 380 tonnes of gold in 2024, while Russia added about 340 tonnes, underscoring BRICS’ internal supply strength.
Allied output expands control: When aligned producers such as Kazakhstan, Iran, and Uzbekistan are included, BRICS-aligned nations now represent close to 50% of global gold output.
Brazil resumes gold accumulation: Brazil purchased 16 tonnes of gold in September 2025 — its first major addition since 2021 — raising reserves to 145.1 tonnes.
Massive reserve buildup: Combined BRICS gold reserves now exceed 6,000 tonnes, led by Russia, China, and India.
Bloc expansion amplifies power: With 11 member nations, BRICS now represents roughly 46% of the world’s population and 37% of global GDP.

Why It Matters

This is not simply a commodities story — it is a monetary architecture shift.

Gold is being repositioned as strategic money, not just a reserve hedge.
Paper-based systems are being quietly sidelined in favor of physical settlement credibility.
Gold-backed trade infrastructure reduces reliance on dollar-denominated systems and Western financial rails.
Production plus reserves equals leverage: BRICS now controls both supply and storage — a rare historical combination.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

For those holding foreign currencies in anticipation of revaluation within a global reset framework, this development is critical:

Gold accumulation precedes currency repricing: Historically, nations strengthen balance sheets with hard assets before resetting or revaluing currencies.
Gold-backed trade changes exchange dynamics: Settlement in gold or gold-linked units reduces artificial currency suppression.
Dollar dilution accelerates diversification: As BRICS reduces dollar exposure, alternative currencies gain relative strength.
Physical backing restores trust: In a reset environment, currencies tied to tangible assets tend to outperform fiat-only systems.

In short, gold is being positioned as the anchor asset for the next monetary era — and currency holders are watching the foundation being laid.

Implications for the Global Reset

Hard-Asset Pillar: Central banks are replacing debt exposure with physical gold at scale.
Monetary Realignment Pillar: Gold-backed trade and reserve systems signal preparation for a post-fiat monetary reset.

This is not speculation — it is balance-sheet warfare playing out in real time.
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