Iraq News Highlights and Points to Ponder Tuesday Evening 12-3-24

Iraq Considers Its Future Away From The Dollar

December 3, 2024   Baghdad/Al-Masala: In light of the escalating tensions in the global financial system, former US President Donald Trump is exerting renewed pressure on countries to adhere to using the US dollar as the global reserve currency, which may create unexpected repercussions that may affect the dollar’s ​​position in global markets.

This pressure, which comes from Trump's well-known positions in using tariffs as a political tool, may reinforce trends seeking to move away from dependence on the dollar, and accelerate the steps of countries wishing to reduce their use of the American currency.

Although the dollar dominates more than 88% of foreign exchange trading, reflecting its exceptional power as a global lending and reserve instrument, experts say Trump’s attempts to boost the use of the dollar could backfire.

The mounting pressure could prompt some countries to look for alternatives to the dollar to avoid the risk of U.S. dominance, says Rodrigo Cattral of National Australia Bank. Cindy Lau of Avanda Investment Management says Trump’s moves are aimed at preserving the dollar’s ​​dominance as a safe store of value, which could make countries more determined to settle trade in their own currencies.

What highlights the impact of this policy on Iraq is that as a country dependent on an oil-based economy, it may come under increasing pressure as moves are made towards concluding trade agreements away from the dollar.

Iraq, which is closely linked to the global financial system through its oil exports, may find itself in a position that requires changing its financial and trade strategies to avoid excessive dependence on the dollar, which may reflect on its economic stability.

Countries such as China, Brazil and India have already begun to trade in their local currencies, a move that could mark the beginning of a new era in the international trading system. Meanwhile, Ulrich Leuchtmann of Commerzbank said the dollar’s ​​continued dominance will be challenged by increasingly self-serving US policy practices.

These developments may prompt Iraq to consider proactive steps to keep pace with future transformations, to secure its economic position in a world witnessing transformations that may threaten the stability of the current financial system.

Although Trump’s threats may not lead to an immediate collapse of the dollar’s ​​dominance, their long-term impact will be an incentive for other countries to seek ways to achieve greater economic independence, which may require Iraq to take measures to ensure the sustainability of its economy in this changing landscape.   https://almasalah.com/archives/107102

Finance Confirms The Government's Keenness To Implement Reforms To Ensure The Stability Of The National Economy

Money and business    Economy News – Baghdad  Finance Minister Taif Sami confirmed today, Tuesday, the government's keenness to implement reforms to ensure the stability of the national economy.

A statement by the Ministry of Finance, received by "Al-Eqtisad News", stated that "Minister of Finance Taif Sami Mohammed received in her official office in Baghdad, the representative of the World Bank in Iraq, Jean-Christophe Carré, where they discussed ways to enhance cooperation between Iraq and the World Bank to support development projects and economic reforms."

The Minister of Finance stressed to the Bank’s representative “the importance of partnership with the World Bank in financing programs that aim to achieve sustainable development,” expressing at the same time her welcome to the World Bank’s representative in Iraq, who was appointed as the Bank’s new representative in Iraq, replacing Richard Abdel Nour, whose duties in Iraq ended last November.

Minister Sami stressed the "Iraqi government's keenness to implement financial and economic reforms to ensure the stability of the national economy. It is working to implement these reforms with the aim of enhancing sustainable growth, improving the management of financial resources, combating corruption, and strengthening transparency in government institutions.

 For his part, the World Bank representative praised "the Iraqi government's efforts to improve the economic environment and implement programs that enhance transparency and efficiency, expressing the bank's readiness to provide more technical and financial support in line with Iraq's development priorities."

The statement added, "The two sides agreed to continue coordination and joint work to achieve strategic goals and enhance economic stability in the country."

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Government Communication To {Sabah}: Electronic Payment Contributes To Strengthening The Economy

Economic  12/03/2024   According to the confirmation of the government outreach team, and amidst the continuous support of Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani.

Economic Benefits

According to the head of the government outreach team, Ammar Munim, to "Al-Sabah", "the government support for electronic payment comes from Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani's belief in the economic benefits it brings to the national economy, revitalizing it and pushing it forward."

Munim explained that "the local market must adopt advanced financial transactions that make money paths clear, transparent and secure, and in this direction there are great benefits for the national economy and achieving revenues."

Government Decisions

As for the Executive Director of the Association of Private Banks, Ali Tariq, he told "Al-Sabah": "The development witnessed by Iraq in the electronic payment joint comes thanks to the government's understanding of the reality of electronic payment in financial performance, as government decisions had a great and influential echo in expanding the circle of its adoption."

He pointed out that "today there are about 800 government institutions that adopt electronic payment, as government instructions obligated its adoption with zero fees."

Financial Movements

He pointed out that "electronic payment works to achieve results that serve the national economy, as it reduces the rates of financial corruption and avoids dealing with counterfeit currencies, in addition to documenting financial movements and making them safer."

Confident Steps

 In turn, the director of the national awareness campaign to spread the culture of electronic payment "Esreflak" Ahmed Adel said: "The campaign is continuing with confident steps and in the field to reach the largest segment within Iraqi society and inform them of the importance of electronic payment, as we work to organize direct events within human gatherings."

He pointed out that "there are challenges facing the campaign and its movement, but cooperation with the relevant authorities enabled the campaign management to overcome them and it became possible to be present in public places and reach all segments of society.

Financial Transformation

As for the economic expert and consultant Alaa Fahd, he said: "The culture of electronic payment in Iraq is a recent spread as a result of the progress in global financial systems and the need for financial development of the engines of digital financial transformation, and this transformation requires changing the culture and belief of society, especially the simple popular classes who fear any financial procedure away from cash."

He pointed out that "this requires awareness media campaigns that promote this culture and market it to everyone, including the (Spend for You) campaign that was launched at the beginning of the digital transformation in Egypt, and was recently launched in Iraq as part of the first national campaign forum to spread culture," indicating that the campaign clarifies "the importance of electronic financial transformation."

Financial Security

Fahd continued: "There is a gradual change in the culture of electronic payment with the government's orientation towards this transformation and providing all facilities and facing all challenges in order to spread the culture and believe in it from the standpoint of benefit, as it is (Spend for You) in terms of financial security, eliminating corruption, saving time and effort, ease of carrying, and getting rid of counterfeiters Damaged and stolen items and other benefits provided by financial transformation, this requires doubling efforts to achieve full success.”   https://alsabaah.iq/106629-.html

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TRUMP TAPS PAUL ATKINS FOR NEXT SEC CHAIR, MAKING GOOD ON HIS CRYPTO PROMISES

Atkins has been vocal in his support of the industry and was the first libertarian to serve as an SEC commissioner under President George W. Bush.

President-elect Donald Trump has selected the pro-crypto Paul Atkins to chair the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), according to three sources familiar with the discussions. 

One source specified that Trump has reached out to Atkins but is waiting on him to accept. By selecting Atkins, Trump is delivering on a promise he made to the crypto community during his campaign.

Spokespeople for Atkins did not respond to immediate requests for comment.

“President-Elect Trump has made brilliant decisions on who will serve in his second Administration at lightning pace,” Trump-Vance Transition Spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt told Unchained. “Remaining decisions will continue to be announced by him when they are made.”

Current Chair Gary Gensler, who announced two weeks ago that he will resign on Jan. 20 when Trump is inaugurated, has made himself a pariah in the crypto industry for pursuing what’s been seen as a policy of regulation by enforcement. 

Atkins will now need to be confirmed by the Senate, unless Trump chooses to pursue a recess appointment while the Senate is out of session.

Atkins served as an SEC commissioner under President George W. Bush and is widely respected in conservative legal circles and amongst the establishment Republican party.

Since leaving the commission he’s become outspokenly supportive of the crypto industry, having co-chaired the Token Alliance at the industry group Digital Chamber of Commerce since 2017.

As founder and chief executive of the consultancy Potomak Global Partners, Atkins has advised digital finance companies on regulatory compliance topics since 2009.

“Senate Republicans really respect the tradition of Commissioner Paul Atkins,” explained George Mason University professor J.W. Verret, who previously served on the SEC Advisory Committee, in a call earlier this month. “He was the first time anyone had been a true libertarian and SEC commissioner, and that was a unique thing.”

The team vetting candidates for the chairperson position reached out to crypto industry leaders two weeks ago asking for their preferences, demonstrating how much Gensler’s unpopularity has figured in Trump’s latest nomination.

Gensler was criticized for not establishing clear rules and guidelines for the crypto industry. 

Under his leadership, the SEC instead pursued a plethora of enforcement actions against crypto companies and protocols, including exchanges, token issuers, and NFT creators, for failing to register with the agency or disclose their work with what the SEC claimed were unregistered securities offerings. 

For his part, Gensler only clarified that he saw Bitcoin as a commodity, insisting that existing securities laws could be applied to other crypto projects, even including ether until the SEC approved spot ether ETFs.

Gensler had also developed a reputation for being difficult to work with. Atkins, by contrast, is known to find a way to retain strong working relationships with people despite ideological disagreements. 

“There was never a commissioner at the history of the commission that was more respectful and thankful of the staff at the commission,” said John Reed Stark, who worked with Atkins at the SEC in 2008.

Seizing upon the industry’s hatred for Gensler, Trump began promising clearer rules for the industry this summer. Framing crypto innovation as a key point of competition between the United States and other countries, Trump promised to make the United States a “world capital” for crypto in part by replacing Gensler. 

He also said that he would appoint an “advisory council” focused on crypto to help him fine-tune policy, and potentially establish a national bitcoin strategic reserve, in part by not selling bitcoin that the government has seized in various financial crimes.

Because of his support for the industry, numerous crypto entrepreneurs donated both cash and crypto to Trump’s campaign. People interested in crypto who prioritized crypto policy in their voting decisions, from industry leaders to retail traders, had also tilted towards favoring Trump in the months leading up to the national election.

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FED RATE CUT IN DECEMBER? HERE’S HOW BITCOIN PRICE WILL REACT

▪️The market is anticipating a 0.25% interest rate cut by the US Federal Reserve in December.

▪️A rate cut could boost investor confidence, leading to increased investment in riskier assets like Bitcoin.

▪️The overall economic outlook, especially under a potential Trump presidency, could influence the Fed's decision.

The crypto market is buzzing with anticipation as investors bet that the US Federal Reserve will cut interest rates by 0.25% in December. According to the CME FedWatch tool, the chances of this happening have jumped to 74.5%, up from 66% just a few days ago. What’s driving this growing confidence? If the Fed cuts rates, it would mark the third reduction this year, and it could have major implications for the economy—and for Bitcoin.

What Could a Fed Rate Cut Mean for Crypto?

A rate cut lowers the cost of borrowing for individuals and businesses. When interest rates are lower, loans become cheaper, which can encourage spending and investment. For the stock market and riskier assets like Bitcoin, rate cuts are generally seen as a positive development.

Investors tend to feel more comfortable taking on risks when borrowing costs decrease, making them more likely to invest in assets with higher potential returns, like cryptocurrencies.

Currently, the Federal Reserve’s interest rate is between 4.5% and 4.75%, following two previous cuts this year. Another reduction would signal a more supportive economic environment, which could encourage investors to put their money into riskier assets like Bitcoin.

Experts Weigh In

Marko Papic, Chief Strategist at BCA Research, predicts the US Federal Reserve will cut interest rates in December. He also believes the US dollar may peak by mid-2025, driven by possible economic disappointments under Donald Trump.

At the same time, Federal Reserve officials are hinting at a rate cut. Governor Christopher Waller stated on December 2 that he leans toward supporting a cut, but the decision will depend on upcoming economic data, like inflation and job reports. New York Fed President John Williams has also mentioned that interest rates might be reduced gradually, though he hasn’t specified when this might happen.

Ultimately, the Fed’s decision will depend on the economic performance over the next few weeks.

Could the Rate Cut Fuel Bitcoin?

Bitcoin has already seen impressive growth this year, more than doubling in value. Many analysts are optimistic that Bitcoin could break the $100,000 mark by the end of 2024. With a possible rate cut from the Fed, Bitcoin’s price could continue to rise, benefiting from the increased investor interest in riskier assets.

With Bitcoin on the rise, the stage is set for a thrilling end to 2024, with the Fed’s actions playing a central role.

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Clare:  Prime Minister's Advisor: Budget awaits parliamentary amendments to suit government program

12/3/2024  Baghdad - WAA - Amina Al-Salami, 

the financial advisor to the Prime Minister, Mazhar Muhammad Salih, confirmed today, Tuesday, that the financial situation in the country is currently governed by the Federal General Budget Law, while indicating that the budget is awaiting amendments that suit the government program.

Saleh told the Iraqi News Agency (INA): "The financial situation in the country is currently governed by the Federal General Budget Law No. 13 of 2023 in accordance with the Three-Year Budget Law (2023, 2024 and 2025)."

He added that "the legislation and approval of the federal general budget for the year 2025 has become a foregone conclusion as a law under the three-year budget and has been legally adopted," noting that "the three-year budget law was submitted and legislated for the year 2025 in accordance with the Three-Year Federal General Budget Law, which was issued in the Official Gazette in June 2023, and there is an amendment to the paragraphs related to the region's revenues and expenditures presented to the Council of Representatives to make amendments that suit the government program."   LINK

Clare:  It does not remain "just attractive".. Iraq wants to invest its money "in projects abroad"

12/2/2024  News-Economy

revealed a member Parliament Iraqi MP Ibtisam Al-Hilali announced today, Monday, Iraqi plans to activate foreign investments, meaning that Iraq By investing his surplus money in projects abroad.

Al-Hilali said in an interview with Sumaria News, "Thanks to the good diplomatic relations that the government of Mohammed Shia al-Sudani has established with neighboring countries and the world, economic relations have also improved," noting that "there are large internal and external investments."

She explained that "domestic investments serve the country by improving the environmental situation and infrastructure," indicating that "foreign investments have a financial and economic return for Iraq."

She stressed that "we had a meeting with the French embassy to activate foreign investments," indicating that "Iraq is a capable country."physically He can invest his money in foreign investments to benefit the public. Iraq and neighboring countries.”

Questions have often been raised about why the investment Iraq His money is invested in various sectors, including external sports sectors as well as technology, similar to other countries, which could lead to a diverse financial return with the lack of non-oil revenues in Iraq Compared to oil revenues. LINK

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Frank26   [Iraq boots-on-the-ground report]   FIREFLY:  Mr Sammy wants to tell you that the day when we stop the currency auction and deal no more in dollars in these auction but all in payout of dinars, it's either very soon before or right after that of the closing of the auctions we have to see a new rate... FRANK:  You're 100% correct Mr. Sammy.  You know what they're going to do.  They're going to lift the value...Stopping of these auctions will require a new exchange rate...They're going to stop them on December 31, 2024.

Pimpy  Real Effective Exchange Rate - that is not the nominal exchange rate that we see.  The one we watch is called a nominal exchange rate.  We get 1307 dinar for every dollar...What is a Real Effective Exchange Rate (REER)? The weighted average of a county's currency in relation to an index or basket of other major currencies...It's making a comparison of goods sold.  They're trying to see if they are competitive against other countries.  It's not the same thing as a nominal exchange rate...an officially announced rate.  The Central Bank sets the exchange rate if it is fixed.  It doesn't set the exchange rate if it's floating, which is determined by supply and demand...One is dealing with good sold and the other is dealing with the actual exchange of one currency for the other. 

Iraq Urgent News for IQD Investors

Edu Matrix:  12-3-2024

URGENT - IRAQ CLOSES BORDERS due to a possible attack from Israel. News for IQD Investors # iqd Rate Here is the channel's statement and intent. Israel is growing impatient with Iraq as militants launch missiles from Iraqi soil every day.

Do the Middle East conflicts date back to biblical times? Why is Iran so upset with Israel? What we know for sure is that Iraq is bracing for a possible attack from Israel.

The IQD Exchange rate is slightly higher than usual for a Monday. The rate has been known to increase on the weekends and return to normal on Monday mornings.

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Expect A Stock Market Correction, (NOT A CRASH), To Hit Soon. This Is Why.

Greg Mannarino:  12-3-2024

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$36 Trillion Debt Crisis and New Trade Wars

$36 Trillion Debt Crisis and New Trade Wars

David Lin:  12-3-2024

In a world where economic indicators are often painted with a broad brush, the recent discussion between Matthew Piepenburg of Von Greyerz AG and David Lin has brought to light the perils that arise from massive national debts and the looming threat of trade wars.

With the U.S. debt surpassing a staggering $36 trillion, experts like Piepenburg are sounding alarms about potential economic collapse and the cascading effects of tariffs on inflation and growth.

The enormity of the U.S. national debt is hard to fathom. With fiscal policies driven by ongoing governmental spending, social programs, and responses to crises such as the Covid-19 pandemic, this figure continues to climb.

Piepenburg highlights that the sheer size of this debt is unsustainable, potentially leading to adverse consequences for the economy. As the government borrows more to cover its obligations, the risk of default—or inflation as a means to reduce the real value of that debt—grows.

An economy burdened by such debt also accumulates risks associated with higher interest rates, which could become necessary to attract investors to buy more government bonds. Higher interest rates would, in turn, increase borrowing costs for businesses and consumers, adversely affecting spending, investment, and overall economic growth.

In conjunction with soaring debt levels, escalating trade tensions further compound these economic challenges. The U.S. administration’s recent imposition of tariffs on various imports is a focal point of Piepenburg’s discussion, evoking fears of a new trade war reminiscent of the one initiated in 2018. Trade wars often result in increased costs for goods, driving up inflation as prices are passed down to consumers.

Economists argue that tariffs can lead to disruptions in supply chains, decrease the efficiency of markets, and stifle global trade, which has historically fueled economic growth. Piepenburg emphasizes that the interplay between rising tariffs and inflation could create a challenging environment, not just for U.S. consumers but for the global economy as well.

Amidst these conflicting headwinds, the outlook for the dollar itself appears uncertain. As the largest economy grapples with historic levels of debt and potential trade conflicts, the strength of the dollar, long seen as a global safe haven, could be tested. Piepenburg articulates concerns about a potential loss of confidence in the currency as inflation rises and purchasing power diminishes.

Should the dollar weaken significantly, it could trigger a series of negative effects—from increased costs of imports to struggles in maintaining financial stability—potentially leading to a scenario where the U.S. economy suffers further contraction.

Piepenburg’s warning of “crazier times” reflects a sentiment that is increasingly echoed among analysts and economists. As monetary policy grapples with inflation management and attempts to stabilize the economy amidst geopolitical uncertainties, markets may see volatility like never before.

Investors are urged to consider hedging their wealth not just against inflation, but also against the destabilizing effects of potential trade wars. Gold and other commodities are often seen as safe-haven assets in uncertain economic climates, with many market participants exploring diversification strategies in anticipation of turbulent times ahead.

As the United States navigates a debt crisis and examines the implications of new trade wars, the questions of inflation, economic growth, and the future of the dollar loom larger than ever. Matthew Piepenburg’s insights into these matters serve as a clarion call for vigilance amid a complex and evolving economic landscape.

As consumers, investors, and policymakers grapple with these issues, the conversation about sustainability, resilience, and structural reform becomes more critical than ever. A cautious approach may be warranted as the global economy stands at a precipice, ready to either soar or stumble in response to the extraordinary challenges ahead.

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Is The US Banking System In Trouble?

Is The US Banking System In Trouble?

December 2, 2024  Notes From the Field By James Hickman (Simon Black)

In the year 1157, the Republic of Venice was engaged in a bitter trade war with its arch rival the Byzantine Empire.

While the rest of Europe was barely surviving thanks to the stupidity of their centrally planned feudal economies, Venice was a place where anyone, even the most illiterate peasant, could work hard, take some risks, and become fabulously wealthy.

In short, it was the medieval America. And unsurprisingly its economy was booming.

Trade was the bread and butter of the Venetian economy. Venice had the fastest ships, the boldest captains, the shrewdest merchants, and by far the best legal and economic system.

In the other corner was the Byzantine Empire, a superpower in decline. Even the emperor at that point was more of a figurehead as nearly everything in the economy was controlled by incompetent career bureaucrats.

Even despite its decline, however, the Byzantine Empire still controlled regional trade in the Black Sea and Eastern Mediterranean. And Venice dominated trade in the Western Mediterranean.

It was only natural that the two-- a rising power versus a declining power-- would lock horns in a trade war.

Bear in mind that medieval trade wars were not what we think of today. In our modern era, a trade “war” is mostly harsh words, barbed tweets, and now potentially tariffs.

A thousand years ago, a trade war was almost an actual war-- naval battles, piracy, wanton slaughter… pretty much standard medieval warfare short of a full-blown ground invasion.

And like any war, a trade war was expensive.

So, in the year 1157, rather than raise taxes, the Venetian government launched a special loan program from its citizens. Participation was pretty much mandatory. But the basic idea was that, unlike taxes, the government would pay back the money, with interest.

Investors were issued paper certificates as a guarantee of repayment. And since nearly everyone in Venice had paper certificates (since the loan was mandatory), merchants and bankers began trading certificates to settle transactions.

The government loan certificates had essentially become a financial security-- and even a form of money. And the world’s first real bond market was born.

These days bonds are considered a boring, ‘safe’ investment. And most individual investors seldom bother to even learn about the bond market, let alone actually buy any bonds.

After all, bonds aren’t nearly as sexy as the stock market.

But bonds are still a critical piece of the global financial system. And just like in medieval Venice, bonds are almost a form of money, i.e. large corporations, banks, and governments consider bonds a “cash equivalent”.

Banks in particular are massive hoarders of bonds. When you make a deposit at your bank, most of the time they use that money to buy bonds.

That’s because, again, bonds are considered safe and boring. Especially US government bonds. And banks are supposed to be safe and boring.

But a serious problem started to creep into this ‘safe and boring’ asset class around ten years ago.

You might recall back during the 2008 financial crisis, central banks around the world printed tons of money and slashed interest rates to zero.

Governments also started spending like crazy in an effort to bail out their economies, and most of them went very deeply into debt.

The US national debt was $9.5 trillion just prior to the 2008 financial crisis. Barely three years later it had risen to $15 trillion.

But because interest rates were so low, most of that $5 trillion in new debt had a yield of roughly 1%.

And it was America’s commercial banks (along with insurance companies) which bought up a huge portion of those 1% yielding bonds.

Well, eventually the economy emerged from its crisis… so the Fed began to hike interest rates. But in doing so they created a huge problem for banks.

If there’s one thing to understand about bonds, it’s this: bond values fall when interest rates rise.

Think about it-- the banks bought trillions of dollars’ worth of bonds during the financial crisis. And their bonds were locked in a ~1% yield.

When rates suddenly rose to 2%, the value of the banks’ 1% bonds obviously fell. After all, why would a bond with a 1% fixed yield be worth the same as a new bond that pays 2%?

So, the new, higher rates caused the banks’ bond portfolios to suffer huge losses. Some banks were even heading towards insolvency. But they used a bunch of clever accounting tricks to hide their losses and pretend that everything was fine.

I first wrote about this nearly ten years ago and predicted that some banks will fail as a result.

Fortunately for the banks, the interest rate hikes were short-lived. By 2019 the Fed reversed course and started cutting rates. Then came the pandemic, and rates once again went to zero.

You’d think the banks would have collectively breathed a sigh of relief, learned from their mistake, and vowed to never load up on low-yield bonds ever again.

Yet the opposite happened. Banks bought trillions of dollars’ worth of US government bonds throughout 2020-2021 with yields as low as 0.01%. Crazy.

Today bond yields have risen to more than 4%... and, SHOCKER, the same effect has taken place: banks’ bond portfolios have suffered enormous losses.

The FDIC recently reported the total ‘unrealized’ bond loss to be over half a trillion dollars. That’s a lot.

The US banking system as a whole has enough equity to cover that loss. But individually, many banks do not.

In fact, this is precisely the reason that Silicon Valley Bank (among others) failed in 2023. So if rates don’t fall dramatically (or worse-- rates go up), then we could see more banks fail.

Bank of America is one of the naughty banks with nearly $90 billion in losses from higher interest rates. That’s over a third of the bank’s total equity.

This means that Bank of America is not insolvent; but at some point, the regulators could force them to reinforce their balance sheet by suspending their dividend and raising more capital. This is likely a big reason why Warren Buffett dumped so much Bank of America stock.

(Bizarrely, since reporting massive bond losses in their most recent quarterly report, Bank of America’s stock price has shot up nearly 20%. The same thing happened with Silicon Valley Bank’s stock in 2023.)

But, again, while there’s currently still enough capital in the US banking system as a whole to fend off a major crisis, there’s a MUCH bigger problem lurking-- and I’ll write to you about this soon.

In the meantime, if you’d rather avoid the mess entirely, definitely consider short-term T-bills in Treasury Direct (it’s like having a four-week CD), or dollar-pegged tokens like USDC.

There’s also the option of a foreign bank account in a financially secure jurisdiction, which includes the added benefit of asset protection and diversification.

To your freedom,  James Hickman  Co-Founder, Schiff Sovereign LLC

PS-  Banks are marketed as pillars of security, but in reality represent significant risk to your hard earned money.  In the upcoming Monthly Letter for Schiff Sovereign Premium subscribers, we uncover the cracks in the banking system and explain how these challenges are affecting both individual banks and the system at large.

More importantly, we provide actionable strategies to safeguard your wealth—and even grow it—despite these uncertainties.  

https://www.schiffsovereign.com/trends/is-the-us-banking-system-in-trouble-151833/

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COINBASE WILL DROP LAW FIRMS WHO HIRE ANTI-CRYPTO FORMER SEC STAFF — CEO

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong said the exchange stopped working with law firm Milbank after it hired former SEC official Gurbir Grewal.

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong said the cryptocurrency exchange will not work with law firms that hire individuals involved in what he described as anti-crypto actions during their tenure in government.

On Dec. 3, Armstrong said in an X post that Coinbase will avoid law firms that hire people who tried to “unlawfully kill” an industry without clarifying the rules. He urged the crypto community not to support individuals who had worked against the sector.

Armstrong claimed senior partners at law firms are often unaware of the crypto industry’s position on this issue. He encouraged community members to make their law firms aware that hiring anti-crypto officials could result in losing business.

Coinbase drops Milbank after law firm hires Gurbir Grewal
Armstrong said that Coinbase ended its relationship with Milbank after the law firm hired Gurbir Grewal, the former enforcement director at the United States Securities and Exchange Commission.

On Oct. 2, the SEC announced that Grewal would resign from his position at the agency. The securities regulator said that Grewal had recommended over 100 enforcement actions to address “widespread noncompliance” in the digital asset industry.

On Oct. 15, Milbank said it had onboarded the former SEC official to its litigation and arbitration group. Milbank chairman Scott Edelman praised Grewal’s “record of success” as a federal prosecutor and the SEC’s enforcement head.

Because of this, Armstrong said Coinbase decided to stop working with Milbank. He said:

“If you were senior there, you cannot say you were just following orders. They had the option to leave the SEC and many good people did. It was not a normal SEC tenure.”

Following Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 US presidential election, members of the crypto community have expressed optimism about a more favorable regulatory environment in the US. This has contributed to bullish momentum in the market, with Bitcoin reaching an all-time high of $99,645 on Nov. 22.

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BRICS NEWS:  BRICS COUNTRIES REACT TO TRUMP’S 100% TARIFF THREATS

President-elect Donald Trump threatened BRICS countries with 100% tariff rates if they decide to ditch the US dollar for trade.

Trump made it clear that de-dollarization or launching a new currency and payment system to bypass the US dollar will be met with a 100% tariff on goods entering the US markets. If the tariff is imposed, BRICS countries will find it hard as their imports and export sectors will be hit.

On the heels of the recent 100% tariff threats by Trump, BRICS countries have reacted to the development. While some members doubt the tariff can be put in place, others remain cautious to not irk the President-elect. The balancing act of diplomacy now comes into the picture and how they navigate the next four years will decide the success of the de-dollarization agenda.

100% Tariffs on Goods Entering the US: BRICS

BRICS member Russia said that Trump’s threats will backfire as the alliance is committed to uprooting the US dollar’s dominance. “More and more countries are switching to the use of national currencies in their trade and foreign economic activities,” said Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov to Reuters.

The spokesperson said that BRICS countries will band together stronger if Trump adds further economic pressure on the alliance. “If the US uses force, as they say, economic force, to compel countries to use the dollar it will further strengthen the trend of switching to national currencies,” said Peskov.

On the other hand, BRICS member India also remains skeptical of Trump’s 100% tariff threats. The think tank GTRI said that imposing tariffs will inadvertently make consumer goods more expensive for US customers. While the export and import sectors will take heat, eventually the sellers will place the tax on the consumer’s shoulders.

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The Money Machine: How a Secret Meeting Doomed Financial Freedom

The Money Machine: How a Secret Meeting Doomed Financial Freedom

Awake-In-3D   December 2, 2024

In the hushed stillness of a cold November night in 1910, a clandestine meeting took place on a remote island off the coast of Georgia. Jekyll Island was no ordinary retreat—it was the exclusive playground of America’s wealthiest and most powerful families. But this gathering wasn’t for leisure. Under the cover of darkness, seven men slipped onto the island, carrying with them a secret that would alter the course of history.

Disguised as duck hunters to avoid detection, these men bore no firearms. Instead, they carried documents, drafts, and the blueprint for what would become the most enigmatic institution in the world: the Federal Reserve. What began that night has shaped the destiny of nations, yet most Americans remain oblivious to the true nature of this powerful entity.

This is the story of how the Federal Reserve came to be—and why its origins remain shrouded in secrecy.

The Architects of Control

The men who gathered on Jekyll Island represented the titans of industry and finance. Their identities remained hidden for decades, but investigative efforts eventually revealed their names: Senator Nelson Aldrich, a financial advisor to the Rockefeller family; Paul Warburg, a banker whose family ties extended to Europe’s financial elite; and other representatives of the Morgan, Rothschild, and Kuhn Loeb dynasties.

Officially, they met to discuss banking reform, a necessary step after the financial panics of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Unofficially, their mission was far more ambitious: to consolidate control over the nation’s money supply. By creating a central bank, they could centralize power and establish a system that ensured their interests would prevail—no matter the cost to the public.

A System Born in Secrecy

When the Federal Reserve Act was passed in 1913, it was celebrated as a triumph of modern economics. Sold to the public as a safeguard against economic instability, the Federal Reserve was touted as a protector of the common good. Few questioned its design or its motives.

But a closer look at its structure reveals an unsettling truth. Despite its name, the Federal Reserve is not a government agency. It is a privately controlled entity with a veneer of public oversight. Its decisions are made behind closed doors, shielded from scrutiny, and its mandate often aligns more with the interests of global financial elites than with those of the average citizen.

The Debt Machine

For over a century, the Federal Reserve has operated as the ultimate engine of debt. When it “creates” money, it does so not by printing currency but by electronically adding to the reserves of commercial banks. This newly created money is loaned out at interest, ensuring that every dollar in circulation is tied to debt.

The implications are staggering. The national debt, now in the trillions, is not an accidental byproduct of poor fiscal policy—it is the intended consequence of a system that thrives on perpetual borrowing. Every year, interest payments siphon billions of taxpayer dollars into the coffers of those who control the system, leaving less for infrastructure, education, or healthcare.

Inflation: The Hidden Tax

Most Americans are unaware that inflation, often dismissed as an unavoidable economic phenomenon, is a deliberate tool wielded by the Federal Reserve. By increasing the money supply, the Federal Reserve devalues the dollar, eroding the purchasing power of ordinary citizens.

For those who control assets—stocks, real estate, and commodities—this devaluation often translates into increased wealth. But for workers, savers, and retirees, it means rising costs, stagnant wages, and diminished savings. The result? A widening chasm between the elite and the everyday citizen.

The Global Web

The influence of the Federal Reserve doesn’t end at America’s borders. Its policies ripple through the global economy, affecting currencies, markets, and governments worldwide. Institutions like the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank, often viewed as benevolent forces, play their part in this global financial system. By offering loans to struggling nations, they impose crippling austerity measures, ensuring these countries remain dependent and indebted.

This is not a coincidence. It is a carefully orchestrated system designed to concentrate power and wealth in the hands of a few, while the rest of the world grapples with economic uncertainty.

The Illusion of Democracy

Every election cycle, Americans are bombarded with promises of economic reform, tax cuts, or spending increases. Yet no matter who sits in the Oval Office or controls Congress, the Federal Reserve operates with impunity. Its policies—quantitative easing, interest rate manipulation, and money creation—proceed without public consent or accountability.

During the 2008 financial crisis, the Federal Reserve bailed out major banks with trillions of dollars, drawn not from its own reserves but from the American taxpayer. Meanwhile, millions lost their homes, jobs, and savings. The system had spoken: the needs of the elite outweighed those of the public.

The Unmasking

For decades, these truths were buried beneath layers of academic jargon, political rhetoric, and public complacency. But in the 1990s, a researcher and writer set out to uncover the Federal Reserve’s dark origins and lay bare its true purpose. He traced the threads of this mystery back to that fateful meeting on Jekyll Island, piecing together the story of how the world’s most powerful financial institution was born in secrecy and deception.

This writer was G. Edward Griffin, and his book, The Creature from Jekyll Island: A Second Look at the Federal Reserve, has become a cornerstone for those seeking to understand the hidden forces shaping our world. Griffin’s work is not just an exposé but a call to action, urging readers to question the systems that govern their lives and demand accountability from those in power.

The creature from Jekyll Island is no myth—it is a reality that continues to shape the economic destiny of billions. And until its secrets are fully exposed, it will remain the greatest mystery of modern finance.

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RV Excerpts from the Restored Republic via a GCR: Update as of Tues. 3 Dec. 2024

Compiled Tues. 3 Dec. 2024 12:01 am EST by Judy Byington

Possible Timing:

Get ready for 10 days of communication darkness. Shutdowns will occur, but only in certain areas. Banks will close, ATMs and credit cards will stop working, and you’ll need at least three weeks of food and water. If you’re unprepared, don’t worry—the military has your back and will supply what you need. Nonstop education will be broadcast, teaching everyone about the true principles of freedom and justice.

Global Currency Reset:

Judy Note: There was 0 intel on Monday about the RV.

Mon. 2 Dec. 2024 Iraq: Nothing happened this morning regarding Iraq. They still haven’t paid their citizens salaries. Sale of Iraqi bonds from December moving forward will only be in Dinar. From what I can find, those sales started today. CBI has taken over running the currency auctions. This will do away with the parallel (black) market. These two points suggest that we are on the threshold of Iraq releasing their new rate.

Mon. 2 Dec. 2024: BRICS countries now control over 20% of world’s gold reserves. A recent report from the World Gold Council reveals that the BRICS nations (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) collectively hold over 20% of the world’s gold reserves.

Mon. 2 Dec. 2024 DEDOLLARIZATION: The Crushing Blow to the U.S. Dollar

What Putin and China have masterminded is nothing short of a financial revolution aimed at obliterating the global dominance of the U.S. dollar. This isn’t a distant possibility—it’s unfolding right now.

For decades, the elites weaponized the dollar to enslave the world. Using endless sanctions, trade restrictions, and financial manipulation, they forced nations to kneel—or face total economic annihilation.

But the BRICS alliance is dismantling their empire. These nations have flipped the script and unleashed a new, game-changing currency that bypasses the dollar entirely. Every trade deal sealed with this currency is another nail in the coffin of the dollar’s supremacy.

And when the petrodollar collapses—when oil and energy are no longer tied to the greenback—the consequences will be cataclysmic. The U.S. economy, built on illusions and control, will implode. Hyperinflation will ravage America as the dollar’s value plummets. The elites will scramble, but their power will evaporate before your eyes.

This isn’t just an economic shift—it’s a declaration of war against the global elite’s control.

And here’s the kicker: They didn’t see it coming. While they were busy spreading chaos and lies, the world united behind their backs. Now, the tide has turned, and their fortress is crumbling.

Prepare for the collapse. Prepare for the storm. This is the reckoning they thought they could escape, but the truth is, there’s no running from justice. The system they built is about to collapse on itself.

Are you watching? Because this moment will change everything. The age of the dollar is over. The age of freedom is rising. Stay strong, stay awake, and get ready to witness the fall of their empire.

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Mon. 2 Dec. 2024 Insiders Reveal: The U.S. Government Is Preparing for Total Collapse! …G***o TV on Telegram

Behind closed doors, the U.S. government is bracing for the inevitable collapse of the dollar, and they’re hiding the truth from you.

Leaked intelligence reports confirm that top-secret meetings have been held involving senior officials from the Federal Reserve, Treasury Department, and CIA to devise emergency contingency plans. They know the BRICS currency is poised to dismantle the U.S. economy, and they’re scrambling to delay the collapse. But here’s the truth: their efforts are futile.

What these reports expose is truly earth-shattering: the U.S. has already launched covert operations to sabotage the BRICS currency project. Insider sources reveal that multiple cyberattacks have been carried out against BRICS financial infrastructure in a desperate attempt to destabilize the rollout of their revolutionary currency.

Here’s the kicker: Every single one of these attacks was completely neutralized by the Quantum Financial System (QFS). The QFS technology is so advanced and secure that even the U.S. intelligence agencies couldn’t breach it.

This failure has sent shockwaves through Washington’s corridors of power, leaving the elites in panic as they realize they are no longer in control. The collapse they tried to avoid is coming, and the global financial system is shifting out of their hands.

The BRICS nations are rising, the QFS is unstoppable, and the era of American dominance is crumbling before our eyes. The storm is here. Prepare for the endgame!

Read full post here:  https://dinarchronicles.com/2024/12/03/restored-republic-via-a-gcr-update-as-of-december-3-2024/

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Militia Man  The world has expectations of Iraq doing things.  Remember the World Bank is the one that said be prepared for shocks.  They have to be careful with that because technically having Iraq open up to the world and adjusting her real effective exchange rate with her true value is going to be reflected at some point in time in the Forex because she's going to be doing international trade.

Clare   Article: "Government Advisor: Number of Bank Accounts in Iraq Increases to More Than 14 Million”  Quote:  "Salih, confirmed today, Saturday, that financial inclusion in Iraq, represented by bank accounts, has risen to 14 million, with 20 million users, while indicating that Iraq is witnessing a boom in adopting e-governance as a basis for integrity and financial efficiency...national indicators confirm that financial inclusion in Iraq has increased from 20% to 48% at present compared to previous years..."

Banks Are Doing Away With Cash, And People Are Terrified

Atlantis Report:  12-3-2024

The banks you trust with your life savings are on the brink of collapse. Right now, all around us, hundreds of big U.S. banks are falling apart, and your money is at risk.

But there's a solution for those who want to safeguard their finances before the inevitable failure of these institutions. Today we'll explain what's happening to the American banking system and show you how to protect your money before it’s too late.

We’ve all heard the whispers: another bank collapse, another bailout, another financial crisis looming. And with everything happening in the world right now — from inflation, to higher interest rates, to recession — it’s hard not to wonder: is my money safe in the bank?

In the past year alone, we’ve seen many established financial institutions collapsing in the U.S. But what does this mean for you, and how can you take steps to secure your savings before things get worse?

By the end of this video, you’ll understand the depth of this crisis and know how to keep your money safe.

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“Coffee With MarkZ” Tuesday Morning Chat 12-3-2024

Thank you MarkZ for all your time, and encouragement daily….. PDK

MarkZ  Update- Some highlights by PDK-Not verbatim

MarkZ Disclaimer: Please consider everything on this call as my opinion. People who take notes do not catch everything and its best to watch the video so that you get everything in context.  Be sure to consult a professional for any financial decisions

​​Member: Good Morning all. May you have a blessed day. Let this Holiday season be one filled with love, kindness and joy.

Member: Happy Tuesday

Member: Any RV updates overnight Mark?  Any new updates from bond contacts

MZ: I have a number of confirmations with people on the ground in Iraq that they are seeing some lower denominations in Iraq. They are seeing $500’s and $250’s . they have suddenly released a large number of them into the market. They are functionally pretty useless right now.

MZ: With the current pricing right now of the dinar, the $250 dinar note is worth about .19 cents US. The $500 note is worth about .38 cents US. Why would they suddenly release into circulation so many of these bills?   Why do you need a bunch of notes only worth .19 Cents?   You don’t .

MZ: Doesn’t it make a great bridge … a functional currency when the rate changes? Suddenly it RVs and a $250 notes goes from .19 cents to (lets say ) $25.00? that is a massive change in value.

MZ: I have some pretty excited folks from Iraq who say “this is it” and now all they have to do is release the even smaller notes which they already have. This $250 note being released should have you all excited.

MemberL The 250 is a bridge for when it revalues…awesome news.

MZ: Yes its  functional bridge for when they change the value.

Member: Project to delete the 3 zeros must be close with more 250 and 500 dinar notes being released.

MZ: Exactly. There is no reason to release those notes unless a revaluation was happening soon. And they expect it to be done on or before Victory Day .

Member: I think they have a $50 and %100 dinar note already printed.

MZ: They have a “cut sheet” in banks and stores showing these. These bills were printed in 2018 by DelaRue. They have been preparing for this for many years.

Member: don’t forget the coins or “fils” already minted and ready to go.

Member: Hey Mark. if the federal reserve goes away what is the effect on the currency (fiat dollar) does it go away also?

MZ: If Mr. C’s is correct on what will happen –The Federal Reserve will get folded into the US Treasury. It goes away. Then they will exchange USN’s 1 to 1 for the fiat dollar . You will have a limited time to do it. Before fiat money becomes wallpaper.  

Member: Is Fed Now a CBDC?

MZ: Fed now is not a Central Bank Digital Currency. It’s a platform for moving money. It uses ledger technologies.

Member: You think we definitely do this RV thing before 12/10, my birthday is 12-12 and would love to celebrate before that day

MZ: There is a lot pointing to over the next 7 days to be across the finish line and done. We hope that is accurate.

Member: Iraq has a holiday on the 10th…Victory Day.

MZ: “On the occasion of Victory Day . official working hours will be suspended in Iraq next Tuesday”  They are celebrating the removal of Isis from their land…..It would be a great day to celebrate.

MZ: We have had a number of reports from inside the Iraqi government saying they plan to have the value raised by Victory Day. I really hope its accurate guys. Victory Day is a week from today.

MZ: “The Central Bank signs a memorandum of understanding with the European Union and Germany to strengthen the financial markets in Iraq.” This is big and clearly shows Iraq is International.

MZ: “Minister of Finance affirms the governments keenness to implement reforms to ensure the stability of the national economy.” Don’t you just love these articles?

Member: My local currency exchange is still selling Dinar and Dong.

Member: Do you think Iraq needs to change their rate this year….or can they wait to rv until 2025?

MZ: Theoretically they could wait….but wont be able to go much longer as they have a budget to fund, projects to start and people to pay. They keep promising the people they are about to get a rate so I think it’s a pretty slim chance.

Member: Several government departments , schools and health centers in Sulaimani and Halabja provinces have gone on strike as the civil servants and security personnel went unpaid for 2 months in Kurdistan.

Member: Chella Smith on Charlies show mentioned bad militias in Iraq are holding up the RV.

MZ: I was told from officials in Iraq that this is not true and those factions are moving out across the Syrian border

Member: South Korea's President just declared they are under martial law.

MZ: Yes that happened overnight. They say they are going to rebuild their democracy.

Member: Vietnam stands on the brink of significant economic growth, leveraging its memberships in the WTO and ASEAN to enhance global trade relations.

Member: We were CHOSEN to be here at this time...Have faith...Our day is coming...We will create our new beautiful earth together...Remember Unconditional Love & Peace

Member: I hope and pray this is our week

Member: I hope and pray you all have a fabulous and restful day today!

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Iraq Economic News and Points to Ponder Tuesday AM 12-3-24

Government Communication To {Al-Sabah}: Electronic Payment Contributes To Strengthening The  Economy
 
Economical 12/03/2024  Baghdad: Hussein Thaghab  According to confirmation by the government outreach team, and amid continued support from Prime Minister Muhammad Shiaa Al-Sudani.
 
Economic benefits
 
According to the head of the government communication team, Ammar Moneim, to “Al-Sabah,”   
“Government support for electronic payment comes from Prime Minister Muhammad Shiaa Al-Sudani’s belief in the economic benefits it brings to the national economy, reviving it and pushing it forward.”  Menem stated that "the local market must adopt advanced financial transactions that make the money paths clear, transparent and secure.

This approach has great benefits for the national economy and generates revenues."
 
Government decisions
 
As for the Executive Director of the Association of Private Banks, Ali Tariq, he told “Al-Sabah”:
 
“The development that Iraq witnessed in the field of electronic payment comes thanks to the government’s understanding of the reality of electronic payment in financial performance, as  
government decisions had a great and influential impact in expanding the circle of its adoption.”

 He pointed out that  "today there are about 800 government institutions that adopt electronic payment, as government instructions obligated it to be adopted with zero fees." He pointed out that
 
Financial movements
 
"electronic payment works to achieve results that serve the national economy, as it
 
     reduces the rates of financial corruption and
     avoids transactions in counterfeit currencies, in addition to
     documenting financial transactions and
     making them safer."
 
Confident steps
 
In turn, Ahmed Adel, director of the national awareness campaign to spread the culture of electronic payment, “Asfarlak,” said:
 
“The campaign is continuing with confident steps and on the ground to reach the largest segment within Iraqi society and inform them of the importance of electronic payment, as we work to organize direct events within human gatherings.”  He pointed out that
 
"there are challenges facing the campaign and its movement, but cooperation with the concerned authorities enabled the campaign management to overcome them and it became possible to be present in public places and reach all segments of society."
 

Financial transformation
 
As for the expert and economic consultant, Alaa Fahd, he said:  “The culture of electronic payment in Iraq is newly widespread as a result of the progress in global financial systems and the need for financial development of the engines of digital financial transformation.
 
This transformation requires changing the culture and belief of society, especially the simple popular classes who fear any measure.” “My money is far from cash.” He pointed out that "this requires awareness-raising media campaigns that promote this culture and market it to everyone, including the (Israfilak) campaign,
 
which was launched at the beginning of the digital transformation in Egypt, and recently was launched in Iraq within the first national campaign forum to spread culture," indicating that  the campaign explains "the importance of financial transformation." "electronic".  Fahd continued:
 
Financial security
 
“There is a gradual change in the culture of electronic payment with the government’s approach to this transformation, providing all facilities and confronting all challenges in order to spread the culture and believe in it from the point of view of benefit, as
 
it is (Isreflak) in terms of
 
     financial security,
     eliminating corruption,
     shortening time and efforts,
     ease of downloading, and
     getting rid of counterfeiting.” "And
 
this requires redoubling efforts to achieve full success."    https://alsabaah.iq/106629-.html   

The Central Bank Completes The Exam To Grant The Certified Branch Manager Certificate
 
December 02, 2024   The Center for Banking Studies, one of the formations of the Central Bank of Iraq, has completed an international examination, the first of its kind, to obtain the Certified Branch Manager (CBM) certificate from the Professional Development Institute (PDI), which is affiliated with the Institute of Accountants and Accounting Assistants (IAB).
 
64 branch managers from government and private banks participated as an initial stage to grant them this certificate after they completed a qualification course that would help them pass the exam.
 
This certificate is considered one of the professional certificates that supports the banking sector and enhances the efficiency of branch managers and develops their skills.

The Director General of the Studies Center said:
 
This qualifying course, followed by the exam, will
 
     help participants develop the basic concepts and principles of banking branch management and
 
prepare them to be equipped with the basic skills that branch managers must have through developing administrative, behavioral and professional skills,
 
     skills for dealing with customers, and
 
     understanding and developing sales skills.
 
     Banking and resolving problems with customers according to best practices, as well as
 
     building an effective complaints system.
 
It is worth noting that such international examinations give importance to the Iraqi banking sector and prepare it to keep pace with modernity and rely on the professional certificates of its staff.
 
The Center for Banking Studies also seeks to provide professional certificates in addition to this certificate to develop the banking and financial sector in Iraq within its training plans.
    
    Central Bank of Iraq      Media office      December 1, 2024   https://cbi.iq/news/view/2725   

It Does Not Remain “Just Attractive”... Iraq Wants To Invest Its Money “In Projects Abroad”
  2024-12-02 | 1,199 views  Alsumaria News-Economy  Today, Monday, a member of the Iraqi Parliament, Representative Ibtisam Al-Hilali, revealed  Iraqi plans to activate foreign investments, meaning that  Iraq will invest its surplus funds in projects abroad.

Al-Hilali said in an interview with Al-Sumaria News,  “Thanks to the good diplomatic relations established by the Sudanese government of Muhammad Shiaa with neighboring countries and the world,
economic relations have also improved,” noting that “there re large internal and external investments.”

She explained that  "internal investments serve the country by improving the environmental situation and infrastructure," indicating that "foreign investments have a financial and economic return for Iraq."

She confirmed that "we had a meeting with the French embassy to activate foreign investments," indicating that  "Iraq is a financially capable country that can invest its money in foreign investments to benefit the public benefit of Iraq and neighboring countries."
 
Questions have often been raised about the reason for Iraq investing its money in various sectors, including foreign sports sectors as well as technology, like other countries, which could lead to diverse financial returns with the lack of non-oil revenues in Iraq compared to oil revenues.     
https://www.alsumaria.tv/news/economy/508197/لا-يبقى-جاذبًا-فقط-العراق-يريد-استثمار-أمواله-بمشاريع-في-الخارج   

Central Bank Of Iraq Sells Over $285 Million In Currency Auction
02/12/2024  Mawazine News – Economy  The Central Bank of Iraq's dollar sales, on Monday, recorded more than $285 million during the currency auction.

The bank explained that the total sales amounted to $285 million, 603 thousand and 220, and were covered at a basic exchange rate of 1310 dinars per dollar for documentary credits and international settlements for electronic cards, and at the same rate for foreign transfers, while the cash exchange rate amounted to 1305 dinars per dollar.

Sales focused on strengthening balances abroad in the form of transfers and credits, which amounted to $280 million, 503 thousand and 220, which constitutes 98% of total sales, while cash sales amounted to only five million and 100 thousand dollars.

The bank indicated that one bank bought the dollar in cash, while 13 banks met requests to strengthen balances abroad, with the participation of 8 exchange companies in the auction. https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=257098

Iraq Stock Exchange Index To Lead Arab Stock Markets In October 2024

Economy  | 02/12/2024  Mawazine News – Baghdad  The Arab Monetary Fund announced in its monthly report for October 2024 the distinguished performance of Arab financial markets, as the Iraq Stock Exchange topped the list of best performing markets during the month, recording a growth of 12.39%, ahead of the rest of the markets in the region.

According to the report, a copy of which was received by Mawazine News, "The Damascus Stock Exchange came in second place with a growth of 6.99%, while the Dubai and Amman stock exchanges witnessed an improvement of 1.94% and 1.35%, respectively. The Muscat, Bahrain and Kuwait stock exchanges also recorded slight increases of less than 1%."

In this context, the Chairman of the Securities Commission, Faisal Al-Haimus, stated: "This distinguished performance of the Iraq Stock Exchange reflects the positive developments in the local economic environment and the regulatory reforms implemented by the Commission to enhance the attractiveness of investment in the Iraqi financial market.

We will continue to work to provide a stable and transparent investment environment that enhances investor confidence and contributes to supporting the national economy."

Al-Haimas stressed that this achievement is an additional incentive to continue efforts aimed at developing the Iraqi financial market and enhancing its role as an engine of economic growth in Iraq.

https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=257114

For current and reliable Iraqi news please visit:  https://www.bondladyscorner.com/

Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economic Updates Tuesday Morning 12-03-24

Good Morning Dinar Recaps,

HOUSE LAWMAKERS PROPOSE STUDIES ON AI IN FINANCIAL SERVICES, HOUSING

Top lawmakers in the United States introduced a bill that would require federal regulators to conduct studies on how artificial intelligence (AI) impacts the financial services and housing industries.

Congresswoman Maxine Waters introduced a bill directing several federal financial regulators to study the present and potential benefits and risks of AI in the two industries. It was co-sponsored by House Financial Services Committee Chair Patrick McHenry.

The  pair have also supported each other in a resolution acknowledging the increasing use of AI in the finance and housing markets, according to a Dec. 2. statement from the House Financial Services Committee.

Under the Waters-sponsored AI Act of 2024, key regulators like the Federal Reserve and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation would have to report how banks implement AI to detect and deter money laundering, cybercrime and fraud.

AI is already impacting mortgage lending and credit scoring, among other things, Waters said, explaining the need for a more comprehensive AI reporting regulatory framework.

AI-powered research is also being used for market surveillance purposes and tenant screening, McHenry’s resolution said.

McHenry added: “These bills are a small, but critical, step forward to empower the financial system to realize the numerous benefits artificial intelligence can offer for consumers, firms, and regulators.”

His resolution suggested the House Financial Services Committee should consider whether to reform privacy laws as data use becomes more AI-driven.

McHenry said he wants the US to remain a leader in AI development and utilization.

Waters and McHenry’s measures build on the House Committee’s Bipartisan AI Working Group, which was established on Jan. 11.

Republican members include French Hill, Young Kim, Mike Flood, Zach Nunn and Erin Houchin, while the Democrat members include Stephen Lynch, Sylvia Garcia, Sean Casten, Ayanna Pressley and Brittany Pettersen.

The group’s formation followed US President Joe Biden’s executive order on Oct. 30 to establish a “Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence.”

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TRUMP’S SEC CHAIR SELECTION: PREDICTION MARKETS SIGNAL MAJOR REGULATORY CHANGES

These prediction markets show trader speculation, not confirmed plans. Paul Atkins leads in trading as a possible Trump’s SEC chair pick, with markets showing a 70% probability. Any appointment would follow the 2024 election results, but traders expect significant changes in financial market oversight.

How Trump’s SEC Chair Appointment Could Impact Crypto Regulation and Market Oversight

The race for the next possible SEC chair shows clear patterns in prediction markets. Here’s what current trading reveals:

Paul Atkins Emerges as Leading SEC Chair Candidate
Traders strongly back Atkins for Trump’s SEC chair position. His SEC commissioner experience and pro-innovation views match his 70% rating in prediction markets. His selection could bring major changes to crypto regulation approaches.

New SEC Chair Appointment Could Reshape Markets

Paul Atkins Emerges as Leading SEC Chair Candidate
Traders strongly back Atkins for Trump’s SEC chair position. His SEC commissioner experience and pro-innovation views match his 70% rating in prediction markets. His selection could bring major changes to crypto regulation approaches.

New SEC Chair Appointment Could Reshape Markets

Prediction markets suggest big changes if Trump picks a new SEC chair. Current market odds favor:

▪️Paul Atkins: Former SEC commissioner (70% chance)
▪️Brian Brooks: Crypto industry expert (20% chance)
▪️Hester Peirce: Current SEC commissioner (2% chance)

Crypto Regulation 2024 Faces Potential Overhaul
Traders believe crypto regulation in 2024 could change significantly. Markets suggest Atkins as SEC chair might ease current restrictions. His past work shows he supports innovation with reasonable oversight.

Market Trading Shows Strong Confidence
Over $503,418 in trading volume reveals high interest in the SEC chair position. Atkins’ probability has jumped from 25% to 70% since November, though these remain speculative bets.

Regulatory Framework Faces Possible Changes
Markets suggest a new SEC chair might change:

▪️How crypto is overseen
▪️Market rules
▪️Support for new ideas
▪️How rules are enforced

Prediction markets offer insights but can’t guarantee outcomes. Any SEC chair needs proper nomination and approval. Current trading shows what markets expect while acknowledging many factors could affect the final choice.

Trading patterns point to possible regulatory shifts, but all predictions remain speculative. The high trading volume shows strong market interest in potential SEC leadership changes, even as the actual appointment process awaits future developments.

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Source:  Watcher Guru

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