“Tidbits From TNT” Thursday Morning 4-10-2025

TNT:

Tishwash:  US official: We have huge opportunities in Iraq

The Vice President of the US Chamber of Commerce, Steve Lutes, announced that "his country's companies in the energy and healthcare sectors will visit Baghdad in the coming period," stressing that "there are tremendous opportunities in Iraq."

A US delegation arrived in Iraq last Monday, the largest US trade mission ever, comprising representatives from 60 companies across various sectors.

In a statement seen by Al-Masry Al-Youm on Thursday, Lutz said, "The American delegation listened to a speech by Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani regarding relations between Iraq and the United States and ways to develop them."

He added, "The US economic delegation signed several important agreements with Iraq, some of which were attended by the Iraqi Prime Minister, and this was in coordination with the US Treasury Department."

Lutz noted that "this visit will be a new spark for developing relations between American economic and business companies and Iraq, especially given the many investment opportunities we seek to capitalize on in light of the long-term partnership with our Iraqi partners."  link

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Tishwash:  Despite Tariffs, US brings largest Trade Delegation to Iraq

Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani received a delegation from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, including American investors and corporate executives, accompanied by the U.S. Chargé d'Affaires in Iraq.

The meeting focused on strengthening economic ties and promoting Iraq as an attractive destination for foreign investment.

The Prime Minister outlined steps taken by the Iraqi government to facilitate business entry, noting the country's broad and diverse market, legal reforms, and investment incentives. He emphasised Iraq's stability, skilled labour force, and ongoing development across various sectors.

According to a statement from the US Embassy, almost 60 U.S. companies are part of the delegation, aiming to. "strengthen U.S.-Iraq private sector ties and foster fair and balanced trade between the U.S. and Iraq."

The U.S. Chamber and the Federation of Iraqi Chambers of Commerce earlier signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to "strengthen ties between the US and Iraqi private sectors." It added: "This partnership will foster long-term economic collaboration."

Last week, the US imposed additional tariffs of 39 percent on imports from Iraq (excluding oil).

Full statement from the Media Office of the Prime Minister:

Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani Welcomes a Delegation from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce

Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani welcomed today, Wednesday, a large delegation from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, which included a number of corporate executives and American investors, in the presence of the U.S. Chargé d'Affaires in Iraq.

The Prime Minister reviewed the facilitations and measures taken by the government to support the entry of businesspeople and companies into the Iraqi market, which now holds numerous promising opportunities. He noted that Iraq offers a broad and diversified market for various goods, products, and services.

Prime Minister Al-Sudani emphasized that the Iraqi people have made significant achievements in defeating terrorism and laying the foundations for national development. He stressed the importance of maintaining and strengthening bilateral relations with the United States, particularly since Iraq today stands as a distinguished democratic model in the region.

Key highlights from the Prime Minister's remarks:

Due to the war in the 1980s, the sanctions in the 1990s, and the fight against terrorism over the past two decades, development in Iraq has been delayed across all sectors.

Iraq is a fertile ground for investment opportunities in all fields.

The country today enjoys political, security, societal, and economic stability, and is witnessing an unprecedented development boom.

Iraq has a skilled labor force and promising expertise across various fields.

The government has worked to improve the business environment and made serious efforts to reform laws to facilitate company registration and operations.

Iraq's investment law offers numerous incentives to investors, and the government is working on a legislative package to further encourage foreign investment.

Iraq's trade balance is not in deficit, but structural reforms are needed to reduce reliance on oil.

Iraq is an industrial and agricultural nation and represents the shortest commercial route between East and West, connecting to Europe through Türkiye.

The Development Road Project will become the shortest and most cost-effective economic corridor linking Asia and Europe.

Iraq possesses untapped mineral wealth and ranks first globally in sulfur reserves and second in phosphate reserves.

Iraq produces 4 million barrels of oil per day, but flares associated gas while simultaneously importing gas to power electricity stations.

The government has set a vision for strategic projects and signed contracts with international companies to stop gas flaring by early 2028.

Iraq ranks among the top ten countries in the world in natural gas reserves.

Some portray a negative image of Iraq, which is not only unfair but also inaccurate.

Iraq has welcomed numerous investment companies to carry out projects in energy, housing, industry, and agriculture, with the total value of investment licenses reaching $88 billion.

Sovereign guarantees have been granted to the private sector to support the implementation of projects in various sectors.  link

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Tishwash:  Government Advisor: Cooperation between Fiscal and Monetary Policies Ensures Sustainable Economic Stability

The Prime Minister's Advisor for Financial Affairs, Mazhar Mohammed Salih, explained on Wednesday the mechanism for closing and financing the budget deficit. He noted that the state's general budget is based on an oil price of $70 to counter market fluctuations. He emphasized that cooperation between fiscal and monetary policies ensures sustainable economic stability.

 Saleh told the Iraqi News Agency (INA): "Since the federal state budget was enacted under Law No. 13 of 2023, amended (the three-year budget for 2023, 2024, and 2025), it has been based on conservative oil prices to counter oil market fluctuations.

This includes adopting a price of $70 per barrel of crude oil, an export capacity of 3.4 million barrels of oil per day, and an annual spending ceiling of approximately 200 trillion dinars, with a planned deficit of approximately 64 trillion dinars."

He explained that "the planned deficit, if realized, turns into an actual deficit, financed (according to the degree of deficit) from domestic sources and a small number of committed external sources, depending on actual need, particularly for financing development projects."

He added that "the domestic sources of deficit financing are loans provided by the government banking system, often to finance the general budget when a deficit occurs, as a bridge loan. With the exception of the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, nothing has occurred that requires significant borrowing, except for less than 6% of the total planned annual balance to date."

He pointed out that "there is close and precise cooperation between fiscal and monetary policies, and they are proceeding closely together to build sustainable financial stability in our country to confront any shock of a sudden drop in global oil prices and its repercussions on financing the state's general budget."

He continued: "This is in order to maintain spending related to securing salaries, wages, pensions, social care, the basic services program, and support for farmers, all of which are constants in spending in the 2025 fiscal year, while proceeding with basic service projects (education, health, sewage networks, electricity, water, and roads)." link

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Frank26 “News and Views” Thursday 4-10-2025

KTFA:

Frank26:  "SO WILL A NEW EXCHANGE RATE BECAUSE 1310 WILL DESTROY IRAQ'S ECONOMY!!!"....F26

 The President of the American Chamber of Commerce: The Treasury Department will play a role in developing the Iraqi economy.

4/9/2025

The Vice President of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Steve Lutes, confirmed on Wednesday that the Treasury Department will play a role in developing the Iraqi economy. Meanwhile, the head of the Iraqi Economic Council stated that the country is much better off economically today than in previous years.

"Our visit to Iraq is the largest visit by businessmen from various sectors from the United States of America," Lotus said during a press conference attended by a Shafaq News Agency correspondent.

He added, " Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani is working to establish partnerships between Iraqi and American companies to develop Iraq's industrial and economic sectors."

He continued, "The US Treasury and the US Chamber of Commerce represent the joint efforts of Iraq and America to develop the economy and to have a joint role between us."

For his part, Ibrahim al-Baghdadi, head of the Iraqi Economic Council, emphasized during the conference that "the recent years following liberation have unfortunately witnessed a significant decline in education in Iraq. However, I hope that it will develop again with the presence of the American University, to save education, and this is considered a lifeline for Iraq."

He stressed that " we cannot forget the role of the United States in liberating Iraq from dictatorship, and that the United States is the world's leading nation in various fields and is the one who has the credit for Iraq after its liberation."

He pointed out that " the visit of the American delegation, consisting of more than 100 individuals and more than 60 American companies, is evidence of the progress made in relations to develop the Iraqi economy," adding that "two days ago, we launched the Private Sector Development Council, headed by Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, the First Vice President, the Minister of Planning, and the Second Vice President."

He explained that "Iraq today is better than it was decades ago, and we welcome any company that wants to work in Iraq to develop the Iraqi industry and economy."   LINK

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Frank26:  "KTFA FAMILY PLEASE NOTICE... NOT TRILLIONS , BUT BILLIONS !!!"......F26

US Embassy: We signed billions of dollars in agreements with Sudani.

4/9/2025  Baghdad -

The US Embassy in Baghdad confirmed on Wednesday that it had signed multibillion-dollar agreements with Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, through American companies, to meet Iraq's energy needs.

The embassy stated in a post on the “X” platform, which was monitored by the 964 network :

Proud that American companies GE Vernova and UGT Renewables signed multibillion-dollar agreements with the Prime Minister @Prime Minister's Media Office to meet Iraq's energy needs. The United States' leadership in the energy sector drives global progress.  LINK

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Frank26:  "KTFA FAMILY TAKE NOTE... TARIFFS ALSO DEAL WITH CURRENCY MANIPULATION !!!".....F26

Donald J. Trump  @realDonaldTrump

 Based on the lack of respect that China has shown to the World’s Markets, I am hereby raising the Tariff charged to China by the United States of America to 125%, effective immediately. At some point, hopefully in the near future, China will realize that the days of ripping off the U.S.A., and other Countries, is no longer sustainable or acceptable.

Conversely, and based on the fact that more than 75 Countries have called Representatives of the United States, including the Departments of Commerce, Treasury, and the USTR, to negotiate a solution to the subjects being discussed relative to Trade, Trade Barriers, Tariffs, Currency Manipulation, and Non Monetary Tariffs

And that these Countries have not, at my strong suggestion, retaliated in any way, shape, or form against the United States, I have authorized a 90 day PAUSE, and a substantially lowered Reciprocal Tariff during this period, of 10%, also effective immediately. Thank you for your attention to this matter!

https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/114309144289505174

Frank26:  "BANKING REFORM IS THE MONETARY REFORM FOR AN EXCHANGE RATE".....F26

Al-Nusairi confirms that the comprehensive banking reform project announced by the Central Bank will yield promising results.

4/9/2025- Baghdad

Economic and banking advisor Samir Al-Nusairi confirmed that the banking reform project announced by the Central Bank is consistent with the methodology included and adopted in the government program and the Central Bank's third strategy for the years 2023 and 202

. It will yield promising results in cooperation with global consulting firms Ernst & Young, K2, and Oliver Wyman to build a transparent information base for comprehensive reform, starting with the banking sector as the first essential link in the economy. Without a sound, solid, and modern banking sector, a strong and robust national economy cannot be built.

Al-Nusairi pointed out that among the important initial results achieved is the commencement of the completion of the actual implementation of the plans drawn up during 2025 and 2026 for comprehensive reform, which are summarized in enhancing financial inclusion and achieving stimulating and sustainable returns for shareholders and investors, and the government and the Central Bank leading projects aimed at modernizing the private banking sector and meeting the needs of the transition to a rapidly growing national economy, creating a fair competitive environment in the banking market, and raising the level of private banks’ ability to confront risks and protect depositors and creditors, thus restoring confidence in the banking sector in general, as well as expanding digital transformation procedures, expanding and diversifying banking services and products, and complying with international standards.

Al-Nusairi pointed out that the above objectives, which were discussed yesterday at the Banking Reform Conference, are established as primary and secondary objectives in the Central Bank's third strategy for the years 2024-2026, and that work is being done on them with a steady, systematic approach, and that the objectives will be achieved in cooperation with Oliver and Wyman at an accelerated pace in the years 2025 and 2026.

It is clear that the Central Bank, in cooperation with relevant authorities, will focus on the following: sharing with the private banking sector detailed criteria and timelines for implementing the reform process, activating support channels, and holding workshops to provide technical assistance.

The Central Bank of Iraq is fully committed to achieving this transformation by working closely with all relevant stakeholders to pave the way for a strong, resilient, modern, and inclusive financial and banking system.   LINK

Iraq Economic News and Points to Ponder Wednesday Afternoon 4-9-25

Economist: The Stability Of The Dollar Exchange Rate In Iraq Does Not Reflect A Real Decline

Time: 2025/04/09 16:00:56 Read: 1,410 times  {Economic: Al Furat News} Economic expert, Duraid Al-Anzi, confirmed today, Wednesday, that the stability of the dollar exchange rate in Iraq is tending towards a decline, noting that these changes do not reflect a real decline in value.

Al-Anzi added to Al-Furat News Agency that "the dollar in Iraq will not be affected by any international changes at the present time, and that the main factor behind this fluctuation is the lack of interference by black market traders in manipulating the dollar price."

e explained that "supply and demand in the market have become equal, and that any decline in prices is temporary and does not reflect an actual decline in the value of the dollar." He emphasized that market balance depends primarily on central bank sales.  LINK

Preparations For The Arab Summit In Baghdad Are Complete, And Guterres Confirms Participation.
April 9, 2025

Baghdad - Qusay Munther  The Council of Ministers voted on the requirements for holding the Arab Summit in Baghdad next month and providing procedures for the legislative elections. A statement received by Al-Zaman yesterday said, "The Council of Ministers, headed by Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, voted on the requirements for holding the Arab Summit, which will be hosted by Baghdad next month, and on the requirements for holding the legislative elections. It also approved the recommendations of the technical committee for the map of Iraqi maritime fields."

The statement noted that "the Council approved proceeding with a rapid plan to invest in the Akkas gas field through national efforts by the Middle Oil Company, with the American company Schlumberger implementing the first phase, so that the field will produce 100 million standard cubic feet of gas per day within a year."

 It continued, "The Council voted to authorize the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for Bilateral Affairs to negotiate and sign a draft memorandum of understanding on mutual visa exemption for holders of diplomatic, service and special passports between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Iraq and Mauritania, provided that signing the memorandum does not entail a request for any additional financial allocations for the ministry.

It also stated that any amendment, annex or agreement resulting from the aforementioned memorandum shall be presented to the General Secretariat of the Council of Ministers for an opinion before signing it." In a related development, Iraq's representative to the United Nations in New York, Abbas Kazim Obaid, confirmed that UN Secretary-General António Guterres has accepted Iraq's official invitation to participate in the upcoming Arab Summit.

A statement received by Al-Zaman yesterday said that “Obeid met Guterres at the organization’s headquarters and presented the official letter addressed by the President of the Republic, Abdul Latif Jamal Rashid, to the Secretary-General, which includes his invitation to attend and participate in the upcoming Arab Summit scheduled to be held in Baghdad on May 17.”

Obeid conveyed “the greetings of the President of the Republic, the Prime Ministers, and the Minister of Foreign Affairs to the Secretary-General,” stressing “their keenness on his attendance, as his participation adds value to the summit’s discussions.”

The statement noted that “the most prominent issues on the United Nations agenda were discussed in light of regional and international geopolitical changes, in addition to the priorities and concerns of the Group of 77 and China, currently chaired by Iraq, especially in the areas of development financing, climate change, and sustainable development.”

Obeid stressed “the group’s keenness to strengthen the partnership with the United Nations and its specialized agencies, to achieve common goals in accordance with the principle of collective responsibility.”

He pointed out that “the meeting addressed prospects for cooperation between Iraq and the United Nations in the post-conflict phase of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI), appreciating the efforts made by the mission over the past two decades.”

He went on to say, “The measures and the facilities provided by the relevant Iraqi government institutions to responsibly end the mission’s tasks by the end of this year).

For his part, Guterres expressed his appreciation for the invitation to attend the Arab Summit in Baghdad, affirming his participation in its work. He pointed out that the end of the UNAMI mission’s tasks is an indicator of the great progress and successes achieved by Iraq in various fields. The Council held a session on Tuesday in which it took a series of decisions (details p. 2).

Meanwhile, the Independent High Electoral Commission confirmed its readiness to hold the elections on the scheduled date. Commission spokeswoman Jumana al-Ghalay said in a statement received by Al-Zaman yesterday that “the Independent High Electoral Commission is ready to hold the elections on the scheduled date.”

A source in the Coordination Framework revealed the details of the meeting held last Monday between the coalition’s leaders, which discussed the upcoming parliamentary elections and political alliances.

The source said yesterday that “the meeting of the framework forces lasted for hours and focused on holding the elections on the scheduled date, but the State of Law Coalition, headed by Nouri al-Maliki, stuck to its demand to change the election law, and the framework forces were divided between supporters and opponents.” LINK

Private Banks Continue To Monopolize Foreign Remittances, Without Providing Any Tangible Banking Services!

Buratha News Agency1392025-04-09  Many economic experts believe that foreign and local banks with foreign management, such as the Jordanian-run National Bank of Iraq, monopolize bank transfers in Iraq and deprive local banks of these services, without providing any tangible banking services to Iraqis. The Iraqi banking system is collapsing because most Iraqi banks are subject to US sanctions.

This has prompted foreign and local banks with foreign management to monopolize bank transfers in Iraq and deprive local banks of these services, without providing any tangible banking services.

This was done with the approval of the Central Bank of Iraq, despite the fact that these banks, including the Jordan National Bank, lacked any competitive advantage. However, they were guaranteed by the Americans and had accounts opened for them at Citibank and JPMorgan Chase in the United States, solely because they were owned by foreign investors affiliated with banks in Jordan and the Gulf.

While the National Bank and other similar banks do not operate on the principle of providing distinguished banking services to Iraqis, they operate under the guarantee of foreign banks in their countries.

At the same time, these banks generate astronomical profits of up to 300 billion dinars annually, and profits could reach billions if sales are combined with side commissions.

As a result, many see a need to amend the Central Bank's policies, support the Iraqi banking system, strengthen its standards, and enhance its ability to process remittances and engage in banking operations.

In numbers, and compared to other countries in the region, it does not give more than 14 percent to foreign banks, while Iraq provides 100 percent to these banks. Contrary to the Companies Law, which sets the interest rate at 49 percent, the Central Bank relied on Article 107 of the Banking Law, which allowed the Central Bank's Board of Directors to give a percentage without specifying more or less. https://burathanews.com/arabic/economic/458627

The Foreign Minister Stresses The Importance Of Strengthening Iraqi-American Economic Cooperation.

Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein. "Internet"  Money and Business  Economy News - Baghdad
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Fuad Hussein stressed on Wednesday the importance of strengthening economic cooperation between Iraq and the United States.

He noted that Iraqi diplomatic missions abroad are making every effort to support investors and provide the necessary facilities to overcome the challenges they face.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement, seen by Al-Eqtisad News, that "Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Fuad Hussein, participated in the interactive dialogue session held by the Iraq-US Business Council in the capital, Baghdad."

According to the statement, the Foreign Minister pointed to "the strength of trade relations between Iraq and the United States of America," stressing "the importance of strengthening economic cooperation between the two sides.

" Hussein stressed "the pivotal role played by the Iraq-US Business Council, as well as the institutional relationship with the American Chamber of Commerce."

The statement added that "the Foreign Minister highlighted the most prominent challenges facing the development of trade relations between the two countries, particularly with regard to the infrastructure for investment development in Iraq."

It continued, "The Minister listened to the interventions of the attendees on the most prominent challenges facing investors, especially Americans, and stressed the importance of joint cooperation to overcome obstacles."

The Minister indicated that "one effective way in this framework is to benefit from the efforts of Iraqi diplomatic missions abroad, which are making efforts to support and assist investors and provide the necessary facilities to overcome the challenges that hinder their work." https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=54288

Dollar In Iraq: 148,500 Dinars Per Note

economy | 09/04/2025  Mawazine News – Baghdad  The US dollar exchange rate witnessed a slight decline in the currency markets in the capital, Baghdad.

The dollar price decreased on the Al-Kifah and Al-Harithiya stock exchanges in Baghdad, recording 147,650 dinars for every $100, compared to yesterday's price of 147,800 dinars on Tuesday.

Exchange rates at money exchange shops in the local markets in Baghdad also witnessed a decline, with the selling price reaching 148,500 dinars for every $100, while the buying price reached 146,500 dinars.

https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=260671

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economic Updates Wednesday Evening 4-9-25

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CHINA MOVES TO WIN TRADE WAR AS TRUMP ESCALATES, EXPERT WARNS

▪️China is throwing down the economic gauntlet as Trump’s 104% tariffs take effect, signaling a long-game trade war strategy fueled by yuan devaluation and relentless countermeasures.

▪️Trump Escalates, but China’s Playing for the Win—Expert Sees Warpath Ahead

China is sharpening its stance in the economic clash with the United States, issuing what financial leader Nigel Green has characterized as a deliberate and forceful message. On April 8, the CEO and founder of international financial advisory firm Devere Group warned that recent policy signals from Beijing point to a government readying itself for a long-term trade war.

Central to that message is China’s move to let the yuan depreciate, which Green described as a calculated maneuver. He stressed:

The weakening yuan is not simply market mechanics at work; it is Beijing putting Washington on notice that far more forceful actions are in reserve if escalation continues.

Facing heightened U.S.-China trade tensions, Beijing allowed the yuan’s reference rate to cross the symbolic 7.20 mark per dollar for the first time since September 2023, signaling a shift in foreign exchange policy.

The People’s Bank of China set the fixing at 7.2038 on April 8, leading to the onshore yuan’s decline, despite improving investor sentiment. Analysts interpret this as a move toward managed depreciation to support exports amid economic strain, though sharp devaluation remains risky due to capital flight and trade negotiation setbacks.

President Donald Trump escalated pressure with threats of 50% tariffs, prompting China to vow retaliation and impose rare earth controls. 

According to the White House press secretary, an additional 104% in tariffs took effect at noon Eastern time on April 8 due to China’s failure to lift its retaliatory measures. 

Green dismissed the idea that Beijing would fold under mounting pressure from Trump’s administration. Instead, he emphasized the Chinese government’s strategy of resilience and counter-planning.

“This is now a battle of endurance. Trump is ratcheting up the pressure, believing he can force concessions through intimidation.” He contrasted this with Beijing’s approach:

Beijing, however, is determined to show that it will not be cowed. Rather than rolling over, China is fortifying itself — insulating key industries, diversifying its supply chains, and preparing policy weapons for a prolonged standoff.

Behind the scenes, both governments are proceeding cautiously, but Green observed increasing confidence from China. He said the timing and nature of the yuan’s decline reflect Beijing’s serious stance, describing it as a calculated move rather than a short-term devaluation.

Green characterized it as a clear signal to the White House that further escalation will carry consequences. He added that the financial sector is already adapting, with China signaling its readiness to use significant economic tools if tensions continue.

“Trump’s White House should not mistake restraint for weakness. Beijing is showing strategic patience, but there’s real steel underneath. If Washington continues to escalate, China’s response will not be meek — it will be methodical, far-reaching, and designed to maximize impact where it hurts the most,” Green opined.

 He added that global markets are entering a phase where tactical actions, such as a weakening yuan, are not solely financial signals but part of broader geopolitical strategy.

The Devere executive advised investors to prepare for a long-term shift, emphasizing that China is planning for sustained change. He said structural changes in global trade could define the next decade. Green concluded with a stark forecast:

Beijing is setting the terms of engagement. Washington can choose to escalate, but it will not do so without facing increasingly sophisticated countermeasures. China is no longer trying to avoid a trade war at all costs — it is preparing to win one if forced into it

@ Newshounds News™
Source:  Bitcoin News

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CHINA AND RUSSIA BEGIN SETTLING TRADE TRANSACTIONS USING BITCOIN

According to a VanEck report, China and Russia have begun settling some trade transactions using Bitcoin. VanEck’s Head of Digital Assets Research, Matthew Sigel, reports that the two BRICS nations have already begun settling some energy transactions in Bitcoin and other digital assets. This comes as the Trump administration’s tariff policy has reignited global trade tensions.

China and Russia have already worked on trade deals with one another without the US dollar. Now however, with economic concerns spreading worldwide, the two countries have attempted to ditch fiat altogether. 

Sigel also shared that Bolivia has announced plans to import electricity using crypto. French energy utility EDF is also exploring whether it can mine Bitcoin with surplus electricity currently exported to Germany. 

“These are early signs that Bitcoin is evolving from a speculative asset into a functional monetary tool—particularly in economies looking to bypass the dollar and reduce exposure to U.S.-led financial systems,” Sigel said.

Investing experts are looking to assets like cryptocurrency and precious metals in a time of economic instability. In recent months, the US dollar has fallen approximately 6.1% since the month of January.

Foreign holdings of US assets had previously reached around $62 trillion in 2024, but these flows are now actively reversing as investors look for and seek out alternatives in various markets. Thus, Gold and cryptocurrencies could become a worthy replacement for trade.

Another VanEck analyst, Imaru Casanova, feels that Gold could ultimately be a top asset in an economic recession. “Gold and gold stocks should ultimately benefit from the heightened level of risk across the global economy and global financial system,” she says.

 “The unpredictability of economic policies and heightened market volatility should boost gold’s appeal as the preferred safe-haven asset during times of global uncertainty.”

With one half of the new deal in Bitcoin, Russia, did not get tariffs imposed on it by the US, the other half, China, did. As a result, the latter has ordered all state-run banks in the country to reduce purchasing the US dollar in its reserves.

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Scott Bessent Endorsed Gold? | Wealthion Flash Market Report

Wealthion:  4-8-2025

For years, gold was dismissed as a “pet rock.” Now, it’s being discussed as a strategic U.S. asset.

In the premiere episode of The Wealthion Flash Market Report, Bristol Gold Group’s Trey Reik and Windrock’s Brett Rentmeester break down what could be a turning point for precious metals following U.S.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s surprising comments to Tucker Carlson on gold’s role in the financial system.

They also discuss the Trump administration’s market shocking tariffs, what they mean for financial markets, and how investors should position their portfolios. Topics discussed:

Windrock’s defensive strategy: hard assets, low correlation, and liquidity

What Trump’s tariff strategy means for markets in 2025

Gold reaching $15k?

Could the U.S. revalue its gold reserves to reduce Treasury bond issuance?

Why central banks are doubling down on gold

Silver’s historic undervaluation and the gold/silver ratio

Basel III’s hidden impact on gold as a Tier 1 asset

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b0B7dLN1I60

FDIC’s New Rule = Your Money at Risk!

Lynette Zang:  4-9-2025

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

This Market Crash Already Rivals the Great Depression

Heresy Financial:  4-9-2025

TIMECODES

00:00 This Crash Already Rivals the Great Depression

00:38 Hedge Funds Selling, Retail Holding

02:08 Is This Crash Intentional?

03:18 The Wealth Gap and a Broken System

 04:23 No Flight to Safety This Time

05:15 How Crashes Create Opportunity

06:28 Why Global Liquidity Still Matters

 07:41 We’re Not at the Bottom Yet

08:04 Final Thoughts and Resources

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H_YZQgv61mY

China is Dedollarizing, China Launches $1.2 Trillion Digital Yuan System, Bypasses Western SWIFT

China is Dedollarizing, China Launches $1.2 Trillion Digital Yuan System, Bypasses Western SWIFT

Lena Petrova:  4-8-2025

Recent developments suggest China is making a concerted effort to lessen its reliance on the US dollar, and a key piece of this strategy is the rollout of its digital Yuan system.

With a reported $1.2 trillion investment, this sophisticated platform aims to offer an alternative to the Western-dominated SWIFT financial messaging system, potentially reshaping the global financial landscape.

For years, the dominance of the US dollar in international trade and finance has been a subject of debate. China, the world’s second-largest economy, has long expressed concerns about the potential vulnerabilities and geopolitical leverage that such a system affords the United States.

The digital Yuan represents a significant step towards creating a parallel financial infrastructure that could, over time, challenge the dollar’s hegemony.

The digital Yuan, or e-CNY, is a central bank digital currency (CBDC) issued and controlled by the People’s Bank of China (PBOC). Unlike cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, which are decentralized, the e-CNY operates under a centralized authority, allowing the PBOC to maintain strict control over its issuance and circulation.

China’s launch of its digital Yuan system marks a significant step towards de-dollarization and a potential reshaping of the global financial order. While the dollar’s dominance remains firmly entrenched, the e-CNY offers a glimpse into a future where alternative financial systems compete for prominence.

The success of this endeavor will depend on a complex interplay of economic, political, and technological factors, and its impact will be felt across the world. As the digital Yuan evolves and its adoption spreads, the global financial landscape will undoubtedly be transformed.

Watch the video below from Lena Petrova for further insights and information.

https://youtu.be/KX_Id7J2Ee0

Bruce’s Big Call Dinar Intel Tuesday Night 4-8-25

Bruce’s Big Call Dinar Intel Tuesday Night 4-8-25  

Transcribed By WiserNow Emailed To Recaps

Welcome everybody to the big call tonight. It is Tuesday, April 8th  and you're listening to the big call.  Thanks for tuning in, everybody all over the globe. Thank you big call universe for tuning in. Thank you satellite team getting the call out all over the globe to many, many, many, many, many people.

So let's talk about the Intel. Let's talk about where we are.

I'm pretty excited about what I heard today, especially later this afternoon, but let me go back a minute and see if I remembered saying stuff to you last Tuesday, a week ago, I was hearing that the tranches that were coming from HSBC to Wells Fargo. We had a bunch of them that we're trying to go through, they have trouble getting through

 I'm not quite sure what happened to allow them to go through, but I understand, and I can't remember exactly when, whether it was Wednesday or Saturday, whenever it was, there were 2500 tranches that came through, each of which was $50 billion dollars and these were from bond sales, okay?

And these came in at between midnight and 3am in the morning, I think was a few days ago that those came in. But those funds were there to be there for us, for our exchanges. So that's a nice piece of change to bring in what we need to get started.

Now, this other thing is interesting, the quantum financial system is running in parallel with the Swift system, which is primarily used for international wire transfers.  They haven't dropped it yet. It's still going. And so is the fintech system.

So you've got these three systems running parallel until the USN is announced and brought out. So we understand we have a new dollar, we have a new currency, a paper currency, the United States Treasury note. And we have all this under the Restored Republic.

That transition to the Restored Republic that we're in the process of making now will bring out the new USN, and it will invalidate the $37 trillion debt for this company. This country has amassed as a United States incorporated, the corporation is being dissolved, and we're going back to a restored Republic with a new currency. The USN is the digital nomenclature, and the USTN is the physical bills that we will handle, that we will have in our hand, in our wallets and money clips. Okay?

And that change is about to take place very quickly here very soon. It's hard to pin that down. When Is that going to happen? When are we going to get the US? When are we going to get this all part of NESARA and GESARA and we've it's hard thing to pin down. We can't  really tell exactly when it's going to be part of that, but I think it's not very far off to have NESARA  and GESARA kick in with some announcements.

Now I told you guys we expected Social Security increases this month. I don't know if we've had any yet. I don't think we had the first Wednesdays. I would have heard that the first Wednesdays got their increase in Social Security.

Don't give up on the month it could happen as a separate payment this month. Alright, about DOGE, the DOGE payments, I've heard there's a number, and it's in a well over 100 or $200 trillion dollars  available for DOGE It's crazy high. It's way high. And the DOGE payments are supposed to start in the third week, which would be next week of April and be done by ether, which, as you guys know, is April 20.

So yes, two days ago was Sunday. That's two weeks till Easter Sunday.

Okay, so we should have those DOGE payments which could substantial, really, before Easter anybody 60 have a bank account will be, well, let me, let me re qualify that  everybody that is in that retirement class, if you're 62 and older, will get a direct paid by direct deposit.

In other words, don't necessarily look for a paper US Treasury check in the mail you have a bank account, they know by your social security number and you should be getting your DOGE payment by direct deposit. And obviously, if you're on Social Security, you're getting that by direct deposit also.

So those should still be coming this month. And the increase in social we think, is also going to still be this month. We're just in the second week of April now,

RNR, I've said I don't know how many times for those of us exchanging and redeeming Zim at the redemption centers, the RNR – restitution and reconciliation  allowance will be there waiting for you to mention it to them, and it should put in your quantum accounts after your exchange funds and redemptions go in or quantum account.

Now I'm going to probably ask them when I go in, before I even pony up the currency for exchange, I'll ask them about the R and R, do you have the reconciliation, and reference and a redemption, reconciliation allowance. For me, is it in my quantum account? It should be able to pull it up by your social security number. All right, we'll see.

So we'll see how that flies. I've been told it's in the quantum account. It will be in the quantum account, whatever, and it I just want to know how much it’s going to be. It's going to be a good number. It's going to be a bigger number than we say it is. So that'll be great to see that too. It might be dwarfed by the zim. Let's face it, it will be, but it'll still be cool to have it all right.

So what else  -- on the redemption center screens, the rates are coming up.

I don't know if 17 or 18 currencies that are going way up in value are on the screen, but we did hear, of course, that we do have dinar and Dong and then, of course, on the screen, and we'll see the others have probably already populated or populating. Now, we did see a Dong rate just on Friday,so that's going in the right direction, and expected to be a little higher than that when we go in for exchanges.

Now, let's talk about clear where we are in the timing. Remember I told you guys, President Trump told

and Dr shabivi that he wanted to see this come through between the fifth and the ninth of April.  The 9th  is tomorrow.

That, in a way, is a self imposed deadline that I think we just might hit. Because what we're hearing from about five, four or five different sources, is the fact that we think, first of all, everything's done. I'm going to back up a second and say, We know that the farm claims  have been set up, and we believe have been paid.

The cmkx was was set up, meaning ready to pay out, ready to go, and I believe it may have also been paid in the last two days, and then we also have the fine penalties and maybe other adjudicated settlements already lined up.

And I think just like dominoes, and that first domino may have already fallen,  so I can’t  say absolutely that they laid out or they know they were about to be  to me two days ago.So we'll see where that takes us

Regarding our negotiations.  All right, we've got reserve leader that's going in. It has to be in at his desk at 945 in the morning tomorrow, the rest of the staff at the redemption center coming in at 11.

Maybe we've got our notifications coming out around mid morning or so, and then we've got exchanges probably would start on Thursday. So it looks very good from all sources, One source said tomorrow, meeting Wednesday, will be a boom, boom day, and that everything else will fall in after that.

Another source has said that the green light will come on, meaning the green lights pay out. Everything will start overnight tonight - I've heard 1am morning tomorrow, I heard over night, tonight,  and I believe that that is going to show up with us, for us as emails tomorrow.

Let's go like that, and then, obviously, we want to set our appointments and for our exchanges. It looks like Thursday will be the day to go in for our exchanges. They may use all of tomorrow just to set up for and that’s fine .

Let's see what else  -- it just  --- there is so much else going on.

Politically, the tariffs are working. You realize a lot of people don't understand the tariffs. I get the tariffs because I know the purpose. And I know that when by I'm seeing these tariffs on our trading partners as nations, 50 countries that want to get right down with President Trump and negotiate 39 of those 50 countries have to know tariffs.

 If you do, we will you go to zero tariff? Will go to zero tariffs? Then you have a free and fair trade agreement, which is really good. We want it to be fair. We want it to be free. And the other 11 nations, I'm sure, will negotiate and come up to an agreement with President Trump and team.

It's amazing that we've got a president that can stand up and do this, and install trade practices where we're not getting screwed by all these countries around the world, like we have ever since they started, and now we're going to be able to make it fair  and make it free for eventually the world. That's part of what just saw is all about, is leveling the playing field so that we could trade.nations around the globe.

This is all part of what GESARA is going to be.

It's really a good thing. It's a very good thing. Yeah, the stock Thursday and Friday the last week. Yeah, I know. But it's probably a short lived adjustment. The major judgment I get that, but if you're listening to me and you're in the currencies, it won't matter at all.

It's a blip on there. We are a bug on the windshields.

We're going to end up doing very, very well. As you guys know, banks do not have a contract rate only. Redemption centers. Banks are not going to be negotiating  Zim notes. Redemption centers are

You're going to be in very good shape on the dinar contract rate. I've told you where that is going to be already.  And obviously the Zim speaks for itself. It's on par with the US dollar, and it will be on par with the USN, our new dollar. So you don't have to worry about that at all this is the time to get ready,

Tomorrow could be a very interesting day, but we've, we've heard from our sources, the next two days are going to be very, very interesting. And I think we're looking to get notified tomorrow. Exchange starting Thursday. That seems to be where we are. Seems to be what's happening now, and in a way, presidential with Iraq, and by the way, tried to get an update from Iraq.

And guess what we found out from our Iraqi sources, and from our Iraqi Americans who've tried to contact our people in Iraq, our Iraqi Americans, they have been they have been blocked calling in last three days. So that's very interesting to me, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, they've been blocked getting into and blocked calling our contacts in Iraq. Well, that's just to tell you something right there. Think everything that I wanted to say I brought out to you,

I think that we are about as ready as we can be from this end of it.  All right, I think that's what I'm going to say for tonight. So what I'd like to say now is, let's stay in prayer. Let's be in prayer for this reveal itself. Let's pray for number and  let's pray for changes started. It looks like Thursday right now, and the Masters government is Thursday morning in Augusta.

I'm very excited about that, very excited about this week agenda, like the message much better, guys. And

let's thank everybody. Thanks Sue for a wonderful teaching tonight and everything else that she's done for us over nine and three quarter years. Thank you, Bob for going on as well and Sue my two co hosts. Is really great and  also, thank you big call universe for listening and tuning in.

This being Tuesday night, everything goes like we hope tomorrow and Thursday, we might call on Thursday. So look, in the meantime, thank you,

everybody remember to sure you registered. If you do email or register on take all universe.com with your email at the bottom of page will be, will be able to be in touch with you by email or plan for others read them together, projects, and so on. So, make sure.  Thank you so much.

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economic Updates Wednesday Afternoon 4-9-25

Good Afternoon Dinar Recaps,

DRAMATIC SELL-OFF OF US GOVERNMENT BONDS AS TARIFF WAR PANIC DEEPENS

US government bonds, traditionally seen as one of the world’s safest financial assets, are suffering a dramatic sell-off as Donald Trump’s escalation of his tariff war with China sends panic through all sectors of the financial markets.

The falls suggest that as Trump’s fresh wave of tariffs on dozens of economies came into force, including 104% levies against Chinese goods, investors are beginning to lose confidence in the US as a cornerstone of the global economy.

UK bonds also came under pressure from investors, who sent the cost of financing government borrowing to its highest level since 1998, heaping further pain on Rachel Reeves as the chancellor struggles to prevent her budget plans from being wrecked by a panic on global markets.

The yield – or interest rate – on the benchmark 10-year US Treasury bond rose to 4.516% on Wednesday before slipping back to 4.451%, up 0.14 percentage points on the day. This week it has undergone the three biggest intraday moves since Trump was elected in November. Yields move inversely to prices, so surging yields mean falling prices as demand drops.

The move in the 30-year bond was more dramatic. The yield briefly jumped above 5% to its highest since late 2023 and was last trading at 4.899%, or 0.12 percentage points higher than Tuesday.

Both yields came down from their highest levels, however, after a much-anticipated $39bn (£31bn) US bond auction later in the day met market expectations.

“This is a fire sale of Treasuries,” said Calvin Yeoh, a portfolio manager at the hedge fund Blue Edge Advisors. “I haven’t seen moves or volatility of this size since the chaos of the pandemic in 2020,” he told Bloomberg.

Analysts believe the US Federal Reserve may need to step in. Jim Reid, at Deutsche Bank, said: “Markets are pricing a growing probability of an emergency [interest rate] cut, just as we saw during the Covid turmoil and the height of the GFC [global financial crisis] in 2008.”

UK bonds came under severe pressure after the US moves. The yield on a 30-year UK gilt hit 5.65%, surpassing a previous 27-year high of 5.472% set in January.

Shorter-dated 10-year gilt yields were slightly higher at 4.78%, while two-year yields ticked down to 4%.

Higher yields on gilts – UK government bonds – will make things even more difficult for Downing Street, as it will raise the cost of borrowing to fund investment.

China’s intransigence in the face of escalating US tariffs appeared to indicate that the world’s two largest economies were heading for a showdown, with an outcome that analysts said was difficult to predict.

“When challenged, we will never back down,” said China’s foreign ministry spokesperson, Lin Jian. The commerce ministry said: “China will fight to the end if the US side is bent on going down the wrong path.” Beijing has promised further countermeasures.

It was not clear whether China, which is one of the world’s largest holders of Treasuries, included among its policy changes the sale of those bonds, accelerating the sell-off and the US administration’s financial pain.

Global stock markets suffered another tumultuous day as the tariffs took effect.

Japan’s Nikkei benchmark index fell almost 4%, while Taiwan’s benchmark stock index was 5.8% lower. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index recouped some earlier falls to close 0.4% down, and South Korea’s Kospi 200 index dropped by 1.8%.

However, China’s stock markets rose, appearing to weather the storm after government interventions. The SSE composite index in Shanghai ended the day 1.1% higher, while the Shenzhen SE composite rose 2.2%.

In Europe, the major markets also fell back. In London, the FTSE 100 dropped by 3% on Wednesday, immediately undoing the gains on Tuesday. Germany’s Dax index dropped by about 2.3%, leading to a 16% drop since 18 March, while France’s Cac 40 fell by 3.3%. Spain’s Ibex index was down by 2.2%.

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Source:  MSN

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TRUMP'S 90-DAY TARIFF PAUSE SENDS BITCOIN BACK TO $81,000

▪️President Donald Trump has paused tariffs for 90 days and lowered reciprocal duties to 10% for most countries.

▪️Markets immediately bounced on the news — bitcoin reclaimed $81,000 while equities trotted higher.
▪️Analysts had said Wednesday’s FOMC minutes may spur a “dead cat bounce” and herald a potential multi-week recovery.

The tit-for-tat trade escalation between China and the United States once again reverberated throughout global financial markets and cryptocurrencies on Wednesday — but prices surged this time.

Bitcoin jumped 5% in minutes to trade above $81,000 as President Trump responded to China's escalation by increasing tariffs on the Asian giant to 125%. The largest cryptocurrency by market cap had dropped below the $80,000 mark following the implementation of the president's tariff plans on Sunday, April 6.

In the same beat, Trump announced a 90-day pause for import duties on other countries and reduced reciprocal tariffs to 10% in the interim. "Based on the lack of respect that China has shown to the World’s Markets, I am hereby raising the Tariff charged to China by the United States of America to 125%, effective immediately," Trump wrote on Truth Social, a social media platform he owns.

"I have authorized a 90-day PAUSE and a substantially lowered Reciprocal Tariff during this period, of 10%, also effective immediately," the President added, noting that over 75 countries had engaged the U.S. in commerce negotiations.

Crypto markets and equities immediately skyrocketed following the news. Ether flew 7% to hit $1,580, according to The Block's price page. Major altcoins like Solana and XRP posted double-digit bounces as the total cryptocurrency market flipped green, rising above $2.6 trillion. The GMCI 30 recorded an 8% uptick as the top 30 digital currencies by market cap soared, according to The Block’s data page. Data from Yahoo Finance showed similar price action in U.S. markets. The S&P 500, DOW Jones, Nasdaq, and Russell 2000 all rose more than 5% shortly after President Trump's post.

Dr Kirill Kretov, senior automation expert at CoinPanel, told The Block that bitcoin and crypto’s amped volatility was unsurprising, considering sudden price swings in more established markets. "Even traditional markets are behaving like memecoins," Kretov said. "Just look at the recent S&P 500 spike of +8% on fake news, followed by a -3.5% correction within minutes. If that’s the new normal for tradfi, why would we expect bitcoin to behave differently? Especially with how thin and easily moved the crypto market is right now."

Relief from macro data

Minutes from the March Federal Open Market Committee meeting to be released Wednesday afternoon may spark a market recovery, Darren Chu, contributing analyst at BRN, had said before Trump's latest jab at China. Also, Thursday’s Consumer Price Index and Friday’s Produce Price Index data could offer a clearer picture of U.S. inflation, which are key factors for the Federal Reserve’s future decisions on monetary policy.

"Odds are moderate and rising for a multi-day to multi-week Dead Cat Bounce to begin as early as today 2 pm EST with the release of the US FOMC meeting minutes, or by Thursday with the US CPI and unemployment claims, or Friday with the US PPI and preliminary UoM consumer sentiment and inflation expectations," Chu said.

U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell previously said the central bank would respond to hard data rather than sentiment and was in no rush to pivot its policy stance. Powell also cautioned President Trump’s tariff maneuvers, warning that economic repercussions like higher inflation and cooling growth rates might arise.

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Stock Market surges with the announcement of a 90-day pause on tariffs.

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Crypto market surges on Trump tariff pause

XRP jumped from $1.87 at 1:15 pm to $2.08 at 1:35 pm ET with the announcement of the 90 day pause on tariffs.

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Ariel: Iraq Mandate, Red Line Crossed

4-8-2025

The Red Line Has Been Crossed

Iraq Mandate

They issued new cards for international use will be activated 30 days after issuance.

The Implementation Date: The rules take effect on April 8, 2025 with periodic reviews planned.

Which presumably means they plan to have all these cards activated on an international level within 30 days.

They also stated on an official basis that for Foreign Currency for Travelers: Cards will be available at the official Central Bank rate via the e-governance system.

They know this is the only way to get on Donald Trump’s good side. Because he said today that the only way he will make a deal with these countries is if it benefits the American people.

Otherwise he does not want to entertain anyone not looking to enhance the livelihoods of the US workers.

Do you all know how historical this is?

These people will walk away from the negotiations table signing deals that have you as the 1st priority.

But in order to do so these countries will have to gix their exchange rate system. And you already know what that means.

Majeed:  Crude oil price today is $58.44 Iraqi oil is $59.78 It dropped below the red line target which was $65 ………..it is time to RV

Source(s):   https://x.com/Prolotario1/status/1909722441884250598

https://dinarchronicles.com/2025/04/08/ariel-prolotario1-iraq-mandate-red-line-crossed/

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Note: All intel should be considered as "Rumors" until we receive official announcements ...and “Rates and Dates” could change anytime until we get to the banks/redemption centers.

More RV Excerpts from the Restored Republic via a GCR: Update as of Wed. 9 April 2025

Compiled Wed. 9 April 2025 12:01 am EST by Judy Byington

Tues. 8 April 2025: BOOOOM! Trump’s Tariffs IGNITE Global Financial MELTDOWN — Markets COLLAPSING, Elites PANICKING, and GOLD SKYROCKETING… This Was ALWAYS the Plan …QFS on Telegram

The war has begun — not with bullets, but with gold, tariffs, and the destruction of a system built to enslave. On April 2, 2025, President Donald J. Trump dropped the hammer: a 10% universal import tariff on every product entering the U.S., with China hit at 34%, the corrupt EU at 20%, and Vietnam slammed with 46%. This isn’t trade policy — this is a full-scale economic war against the globalist parasite network that hollowed out America.

While the media screams over a 14% drop in the S&P and a 19% Nasdaq crash, they’re ignoring the real story: Trump is bleeding out the old fiat system to birth something new. The temporary market panic is a calculated reset — a controlled collapse designed to drain the swamp’s economic engine and redirect America’s wealth back into the hands of the people.

And behind it all? Gold. For months, Trump’s military-aligned network has been quietly reclaiming stolen U.S. gold — recovered from underground vaults, foreign banks, and offshore accounts controlled by the cabal. That gold wasn’t for elites. It was seized, purified, and moved into the new Patriot Gold Reserve — built for the American people.

Now, the fiat dollar is being exposed as a fraud. Inflation projections under the old system hit 2.2%, but Trump flipped the board. He’s allowing the dollar to weaken just enough to cripple the illusion — while elevating gold to become the backbone of the new economy. And it’s working.

As of April 7, 2025 — gold is skyrocketing. This isn’t market reaction. It’s military precision. Trump has already re-linked America to a silent gold standard. It’s happening — right now.

Even more shocking: patriots are buying gold directly from Trump’s reserve. Real Americans — not bankers — are now holding gold once hidden by globalist hands. Every ounce sold weakens the old system and strengthens the new one. This isn’t redistribution. It’s retaliation. It’s justice.

Dozens of nations are now begging for deals. The EU is bluffing with threats. They’re panicked. Trump holds the leverage. He has the energy. He has the market. And now, he has the gold.

Everything was leading to this — the takedown of the Fed, the resurrection of energy, the silent purges, , the revival of U.S. manufacturing. It was all part of the blueprint. And now we’re here.

Trump has consolidated power — not for himself, but for the people. The tariffs aren’t hurting us. They’re suffocating the beast. Wall Street’s screams are the death rattle of a system that fed on debt, suffering, and control. That system is dying.

Gold is rising — and with it, a new Quantum Financial System is emerging. Real assets. Real sovereignty. Real freedom. The illusion is ending. The matrix is breaking. Trump unplugged America from their digital leash.

For the first time in generations, we stand on our own. No foreign bankers. No globalist masters. No puppet strings.

This is what MAKING AMERICA GREAT AGAIN looks like: Tariffs that cut off foreign control. Gold that breaks the chains. A president who never surrendered. A people finally set free.

The old world is burning. And America is rising from the ashes.

Tues. 8 April 2025 BOOM!!! THIS IS HUGE! PRESIDENT TRUMP WASN’T JOKING… HE’S CALLED FOR CONGRESS TO ABOLISH THE INCOME TAX! …QFS on Telegram

President Trump has officially called on Congress to abolish the federal income tax — and this time, it’s not a campaign line. It’s a declaration of economic war against the system that’s robbed American workers for over a century.

“We don’t need to tax our people to deathh,” Trump said. “We need to tax the countries that take advantage of us.” With that, he laid the foundation for a bold transformation: eliminating income tax, restoring tariffs, and ending financial slavery imposed by globalist policy. This isn’t just a tax plan. It’s a direct strike against the Deepstate’s economic grip on the American people.

Before 1913, America operated without a federal income tax — and it thrived. For over four decades, the country saw explosive growth, rising wages, and massive industrial expansion. The government was funded by tariffs, not by draining the paychecks of hardworking citizens.

 That system built railroads, steel empires, and a middle class that didn’t need handouts or digital surveillance to survive. It was only with the 16th Amendment that the door opened for IRS overreach, centralized power, and bureaucratic control. Now, Trump is calling for a return — not to the past, but to the principle: sovereignty through strength, not submission through taxation.

Trump’s plan is simple, powerful, and historically proven. Shift the burden from Americans to foreign nations affecting our market. Tariff their goods, protect our industries, and use the revenue to run the country — just like we did before. It’s already working.

With strategic tariffs and controlled trade, the U.S. can generate enough to fund infrastructure, defense, and economic renewal without ever touching a citizen’s paycheck. And the fear in Washington proves it. They’re terrified not because it’s impossible — but because it ends their control. The income tax isn’t just revenue. It’s leverage. And Trump just threatened to take it away.

This is bigger than policy. It’s a philosophical reset — the true Great Economic Reset. Not Klaus Schwab’s digital prison, but an America-first model where freedom is earned, not rationed. The IRS loses power. The people gain it. The globalist playbook gets erased, and a new era begins — one where government serves, not rules.

Trump’s move isn’t reckless. It’s revolutionary. And it signals the end of tax-based tyranny and the rise of a system rooted in national strength, individual liberty, and unstoppable prosperity. The storm is not just political. It’s financial. And it’s here.

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Larry Lepard: The Fiat System Is Failing - Gold Exploding Is the Alarm Bell | Part I and Part 2

Larry Lepard: The Fiat System Is Failing - Gold Exploding Is the Alarm Bell | Part I

Wealthion:  4-7-2025

Legendary gold investor Larry Lepard joins Trey Reik for Part I of a powerful two-part conversation on why gold is pressing to all-time highs, and what it signals about a potential collapse of our global fiat-based financial system.

Larry breaks down the key themes of his new book The Big Print, explaining why the sovereign debt crisis is already here, why trust in fiat money is evaporating, and how sound money like gold, silver, and Bitcoin will be essential to surviving what’s coming.

In this episode:

Why gold’s breakout is the ultimate warning signal

How the Federal Reserve system is at a breaking point

Gold vs. Bitcoin: competition or complement?

Why gold equities are misunderstood — and undervalued

The smart way to position yourself now

Don’t miss part II, coming out tomorrow!

Chapters:

1:11 - How Larry’s Book Is Waking People Up

2:17 - The Big Print: Why Your Money Is Losing Value, and Fast

5:13 - Bitcoin vs. Gold: Frenemies in the Fight Against Fiat?

7:34 - Gold Is Exploding: Here’s What the Media Won’t Say

9:45 - The 3 Warning Signs You Can’t Ignore

12:29 - Quiet Gold Rush: The Wealthy Are Moving Fast

14:59 - Basel III: The Trigger No One’s Talking About

 18:49 - Think You Missed Gold? Think Again

21:48 - $10,000 Gold? The Math That Might Surprise You

 25:57 - When to Sell Gold: The Signal to Watch For

 27:38 - Gold Stocks: Why They’re Worth the Trouble

 33:31 - Gold Miners Burned You Before? This Time Is Different

36:46 - Gold Investing Mistake #1: Going All In on One Stock

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Larry Lepard: Gold Stocks Are Set to Explode | The Big Print & Asymmetric Bets | Part II

4-8-2025

In Part II of our in-depth interview with renowned investor Lawrence Lepard, Trey Reik continues the conversation to explore why Larry believes gold stocks are poised for explosive upside, and why a looming sovereign debt crisis will force central banks back into money printing, an event he calls “The Big Print.” In this episode:

The mining companies Larry believes could deliver asymmetric returns

How he structures his portfolio across producers, developers, and drillers

The valuation disconnect between gold prices and mining equities, and the key metrics he uses for valuing them

Why silver miners may offer even more leverage and upside than gold miners

Larry’s take on geopolitical risk, and why he sees overlooked opportunity in regions like Africa

Whether rising tariffs could trigger the next global market event

Later, Brett Rentmeester of Windrock Wealth joins the conversation to reflect on Larry’s interview, offering a portfolio manager’s view on the role of physical gold, silver, and Bitcoin in protecting capital in today’s fragile macro environment. Brett also discusses why gold miners have lagged the metal itself, and whether that disconnect is about to change.

Chapters:

0:24 - Why Betting on One Gold Stock Could Break Your Portfolio

2:48 - The #1 Metric Every Gold Stock Investor Should Know

4:27 - The Goldilocks Zone: Where Miners Really Shine

6:26 - Silver’s Secret Weapon and Platinum’s Potential

8:33 - Copper, Platinum & Staying in Your Lane

10:06 - Treasure Hunt: Investing Across the Global Map

 13:07 - Are Gold Stocks Trying to Tell Us Something?

16:47 - Larry’s Ultimate Gold Stock Shopping List

21:22 - Brett Rentmeester’s Take on Gold, Bitcoin & Systemic Risk

23:07 - Is Gold’s Rally the Start of a Currency Crisis?

26:04 - Bitcoin vs. Gold: Who Wins the Safe Haven Battle?

 27:51 - Why Even Conservative Investors Should Own Bitcoin

 30:27 - Thoughts on Gold Mining Stocks

 34:13 - Are Tariffs the Ticking Time Bomb for Global Markets?

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

Wednesday Coffee with MarkZ. 04/09/2025

Wednesday Coffee with MarkZ. 04/09/2025

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…..we are now halfway through the week……

Member: RV there yet? I feel we're VERY close . Does anyone else feel it?

Member: Mark! with bonds moving what seems like slowly, what are we waiting on? Is there something that still has to happen for 4B to go?

MZ: There is nothing I can think of…except releasing it. It appears to me that they have done everything. But yes…bonds are moving more slowly than we expected. I was told since this was taking so long…some counterfeit bonds were printed in China perhaps……but they are verifying bonds again to make sure only legitimate ones can be redeemed. I am certain this has caused some issues.

Member: Will we see the RV before Easter?

MZ: Things are definitely picking up speed. Is it before Easter….we just don’t know.

MZ: Both of my bond contacts that had appointments yesterday …I try to call or text and it goes straight to voice mail….doesn’t even ring. They had late meetings in a different time zone so it may simply be that they are resting……we shall see.

Member: I believe NDAs are now enforced MarkZ... Guaranteed sir.

Member: Silence is golden.

Member: What kind of bonds were your bond contacts holding Mark?

MZ: Some super Petchellis, some German war bonds, and many of the dragon bonds.

Member: Hey Mark—if they did get paid yesterday, what would that make our timeline look like??

Member: Mark said recently that we shoud go 3-7 days after bonds get paid.

Member: bond contacts don’t seem very reliable.

MZ: They are very reliable. They are telling me exactly what they are being told….whenever they can. They also have been warned recently about “leaks” and have to be careful.  They do not want to risk losing all their funds by talking.  Would you????

MZ: “Iraq faces oil market volatility with well thought out economic plan”  they want us to know that yes, oil is fluctuating…but, they are prepared with stocked up reserves and it will balance out. This is a great one.

Member: there are rumors the lower denominations have been distributed in Iraq.

MZ: I cannot prove that. I have contacts in Baghdad and the northern region but there is no evidence I can find that this has occurred.

Member: Bruce said 2500 traunches of $50B were released into the system for payout….

MZ: We do have money positioned in the system…just not released yet…..The news this week has been fantastic…..but I am trying to temper my excitement.

Member: many gurus think this will happen this week

MZ: Yes many do believe it will happen this week. Its possible it could happen this week…but based on the bond side…if my bond contacts who had appointments last night got dollars….I would get excited…..it would most likely happen on the weekend if that is the case.

Member: Mark do you think the public will go at the same time as us? We have always been told ours, is a private event.

MZ: Yes…but the public is not going to know it. We are like a private group because it will be announced to us very quietly through dinar sites and intel providers…..there will not be a big ad on TV for everyone in the public to go search their sock drawers to go exchange currency.  

Member: will the RV show up on the forex first?

MZ: I think  we will get our notices first…before it shows up on the forex….imo. At least that is how the last few have happened.

Member: I am still waiting for audits to be done with the US Treasury, the Federal Reserve, and Ft. Knox to happen……putting our RV money in a broken system isn’t logical.

Member: Maybe that is already happening ….behind the scenes and quietly.

Member: IRS chief said to be resigning.

Member: It seems very quiet right now and I compare this if my Great Grandchildren are this quiet they are up to something and all hell about to happen.

Member: I am praying your “BIG” bond contacts were paid yesterday Mark! This will be a great ending to our week!

Member: maybe RV will happen on Easter cause Trump always mentions Easter is going to be a great day 4/20

Member: Thanks Mark and Mods…..everyone have a wonderful day

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