“Tidbits From TNT” Wednesday Morning 4-16-2025

TNT:

Tishwash:  Oil Price Reset in Budget" Bloomberg: Salaries in Iraq Under "Pressure"

 Bloomberg , the international economic network, revealed today, Tuesday, April 15, 2025, the existence of what it described as "Iraqi government efforts" to reset the price of a barrel of oil in the 2025 budget, after it lost about 13% of its total value during the current month as a result of fears of an economic recession following the trade war declared by US President Donald Trump.

The network reported, as translated by Baghdad Today, that Iraqi officials confirmed to it that the government is currently considering "resetting the price of a barrel of oil" in the remaining 2025 budget, with the aim of determining the government's ability to cover operating costs, most importantly salaries, based on the new oil prices.

She continued, "The decline in oil prices places additional pressure on countries that rely on oil for their revenues, especially Iraq, which relies almost entirely on oil revenues to cover its operating budget and finance the reconstruction of its infrastructure destroyed by years of war."

The network also noted that adjusting the price of a barrel of oil in the budget will help the Iraqi government develop a realistic picture of its ability to cover operating costs, in addition to exploring ways to reduce spending as global prices continue to decline.  link

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Tishwash:  Trade Bank of Iraq launches free cash deposit service via ATMs

The Trade Bank of Iraq announced on Tuesday the availability of a free cash deposit service via ATMs for its bank cardholders, stating that this service aims to simplify procedures and provide faster and easier services to citizens.

The bank's media advisor, Aqeel Al-Shuwaili, said in a statement reported by the official news agency, and reviewed by "Al-Eqtisad News", that "the cash deposit service is available to holders of the bank's cards (Visa, Mastercard) issued in Iraqi dinars only," noting that "the service is free and does not require any additional fees."

Al-Shuwaili explained that "the maximum limit for a single deposit transaction is 5,000,000 Iraqi dinars, provided that the number of banknotes does not exceed 150, while the maximum monthly deposit limit is 13,200,000 Iraqi dinars," noting that "other deposits made through the bank's mobile application or through branch cashiers are counted within the specified monthly ceiling."

He explained that "the cash denominations accepted through ATMs are: 10,000, 25,000 and 50,000 Iraqi dinars," calling on customers to "withdraw the transaction receipt after depositing, as it includes its details, in addition to sending a notification of the deposited amount to the customer's email."

He stressed that "the cash deposit service is available through ATMs in the following locations:

* Main Branch: Al-Harithiya - Al-Kindi Street - Building No. (4).
* International Zone Branch: Al-Tashree' District - Green Zone - Block 228.
* Al-Mansour Branch: 14 Ramadan Street - next to Shamisani Restaurant.
* Al-Tahrir Branch: Al-Rashid Street - Building No. (11) - next to the Artists Syndicate.
* Erbil Branch: Waziran - Zakros Street - opposite Sami Abdul Rahman Park.
Haibat Khatun Branch: Al-A'dhamiyah - Omar bin Abdul Aziz Street.
* Al-Saydiya Branch: Al-Alwa Street - opposite SAS Toyota Company.
* Al-Masbah Branch: Al-Karrada - Al-Masbah Intersection - near Dijlah Village.  link

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Tishwash:  A KDP leader: The Kurdistan Region will convince oil companies to resume exports.

Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) leader Wafaa Mohammed Karim confirmed that the Kurdistan Region will seek to persuade oil companies operating within its borders to resume oil exports as part of joint efforts between the federal government and the region to resolve the oil crisis.

Karim told Furat News, "Among the important topics discussed by Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani during his visit to the region was the extent of the losses incurred by Iraq due to the halt in Kurdistan's oil exports over the past two years, which amounted to $23 billion."

He added, "The region will work diligently to persuade oil companies to resume exports, as part of the recent understandings aimed at ending the stalemate on this issue." link

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News, Rumors and Opinions Wednesday AM 4-16-2025

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.

RV Excerpts from Restored Republic via a GCR: Update as of Wed. 16 April 2025

Compiled Wed. 16 April 2025 12:01 am EST by Judy Byington

Sat. 12 April 2025: DOSSIER: THE SIGNAL THEY WON’T NAME – Inside the Tier 1 Blueprint for a Silent $500 Trillion Reset as Global Financial Realignment Is Already in Motion

Sat. 12 April 2025: CLASSIFIED MILITARY INTEL: STARLINK, QFS, GESARA — GLOBAL DEFENSE & FINANCE UNDER STRATEGIC RESET

Global Currency Reset:

Tues. 15 April 2025 Bruce: (RUMORS)

Tier4b didn’t go today because three states Maryland, California, Mass and some Asian countries had banks that didn’t want to comply and get into the QFS system. If the banks don’t comply by tomorrow they will be sold.

Today President Trump had a closed meeting with Tier 1 Banks at Mar a Largo. He told them the Iraqi Dinar has revalued in Iraq at an international rate at a little over $6. It will trade up, plus have a Contract Rate. The banks are ready for us. The Dinar went live today and will be exchanged within 48 hours.

There are 5 crypto coins that are gold backed.

Tier4b (us, the Internet Group) could get notified tomorrow or Thursday.

DOGE payments will also start this week.

The R&R will be in accounts at the Redemption Centers.

17 currencies are going up in value. The Dinar, Dong, Bolivar are going up substantially ($4-$7 for Bolivar).

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Tues. 15 April 2025 Global Currency Reset …EBS Activated With Trump on Telegram

Sat. 12 April 2025 The U.S. just triggered the Global Currency Reset (GCR) and the Revaluation (RV), shattering the corrupt system that’s enslaved the world for decades.

On Fri. 11 April 2025 a classified Tier 1 operation quietly began. A financial i*******n of $500 trillion is now moving through the global system through perfectly timed veils of tariffs.

Trump’s trade war was about taking down the rigged currency game. The U.S. Trade Representative is now enforcing currency revaluations as part of new deals. No more mamipulation. No more fake valuations. No more China cheating the dollar.

The Federal Reserve plans to print $9.5 trillion to buy out global gold. But the moment they move, the dollar hits ZERO. Gold will shoot to infinity.

Inside the Tier 1 Blueprint for a Silent $500 Trillion Reset as Global Financial Realignment Is Already in Motion

Over $500 trillion in frozen or hidden assets is now being introduced back into circulation under humanitarian cover. This structure prevents manipulation, bypasses corruption, and protects the mission: 80% of the funds directed toward humanitarian infrastructure, 1% for logistical discretion, and 19% anchored in U.S. Treasury bonds to stabilize the sovereign narrative and avoid inflationary shocks.

Tariffs provide the smokescreen. Governments declare economic wins as hidden financial pathways quietly funnel resources through redemption frameworks unknown to the public.

This operation will never be called a reset. It will be labeled as “liquidity flow alignment,” “sovereign debt stabilization,” or “post-pandemic optimization.” But make no mistake: this is a reverse-engineered correction of economic plunder. The theft of wealth, time, and global potential is being quietly reversed—without ever admitting the theft occurred.

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Tues. 15 April 2025 QFS GLOBAL TAKEOVER: 209 NATIONS. 97 OF TOP 100 BANKS. IT’S HAPPENING. …Carolyn Bessette Kennedy on Telegram

Boom. What we’ve been warning about is now undeniable. The Quantum Financial System (QFS) is no longer a theory. It’s rolling out—right now.

97 out of the world’s top 100 central banks are in the middle of a silent transformation. Not tomorrow. Now. They’re being hardwired into the QFS + RTGS architecture—the final phase before full activation.

What does this mean? It means the current monetary regime—the fiat parasite system run by Deepstate bankers—is being dismantled. Fast. Quiet. Global.

An inside source from military intelligence confirms:

179+ central banks are either already linked or in the final stages of integration. Another 80 regional banks are next. That’s 209 total. The entire planet is being absorbed into a new digital command grid—not controlled by governments, but by something far more powerful.

This isn’t about “faster payments.” It’s about total surveillance. Total control. Total reset. No transaction left unseen. No asset left untagged. The financial panopticon has arrived.

Banks involved include: People’s Bank of China – $5.1T assets, Bank of Japan – $5.2T assets, Deutsche Bundesbank – $2T assets, Bank of England – $758B assets, Swiss National Bank, Reserve Bank of India, Bank of France, Bank of Italy — all are in. Even the Federal Reserve regional branches in the U.S. are locked in.

Why aren’t you hearing this on the news? Because once the public connects the dots, it’s over. This isn’t just a financial shift—this is the backbone of the New World order.

The RTGS system ensures real-time, unstoppable transactions. Combine it with QFS and you get a weaponized, blockchain-driven grid with the power to erase wealth, deny access, or approve purchases—based on your compliance.

Gold-backed currencies. Centralized digital IDs. Total obedience. The BIS, IMF, and WEF want one network to rule them all.

This is the storm. If your country’s bank is on that list, you’re already in the system.

Read full post here:  https://dinarchronicles.com/2025/04/16/restored-republic-via-a-gcr-update-as-of-april-16-2025/

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Frank26  Security and stability, do we have it?  Seems like it because the whole place is beautiful.  But where is the problem?  Where's the origin of the lack of security and stability?  The answer is Iran...We know the problem is Iran and we know once they are under control, we have security and stability for that new exchange rate to come out.  Can it come out right now?  Yes.  But you said we're waiting for security and stability.  I believe we are very well secured and stable with the 9th floor of the CBI.

Militia Man  Iraq doesn't have a whole lot of purchasing power at 1310.  But they have an expectation of purchasing power...The deletion of the zeros project is definitely on their minds, especially the tribal leaders in Iraq, which includes politicians.  They're concerned about the deletion of the zeros project but they're fully aware of it and that's where the purchasing power is.  The average guy on the street doesn't have a whole of dinars.  They want purchasing power because they want prices to come down so they can afford to live.  The wealthy, tribal leaders perhaps, have a lot of cash and they put that cash in the banks.  They think they could get more money in and out of the country...Those folks over there are concerned about their purchasing power.

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Expect Extended Mass Panic In Markets | Chris Vermeulen

Liberty and Finance:  5-15-2025

Chris Vermeulen breaks down the recent market "whiplash" and what it signals for the months ahead.

He warns that despite a short-term bounce, we may have already entered a new bear market with deeper pain to come.

 Chris dives into key technicals on the S&P 500, gold, silver, and the Magnificent 7, revealing patterns eerily similar to past market collapses. He also explains why gold's breakout might be deceiving and why a massive pullback could be looming before the next supercycle.

 If you're trying to make sense of the chaos in equities and commodities, this conversation is packed with timely insight.

INTERVIEW TIMELINE:

0:00 Intro

1:20 Stock market top is in

 6:10 Huge bear market ahead

14:30 Gold miners

17:00 "Everything Crash"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCNZyF-a5P8

Iraq Economic News and Points to Ponder Tuesday Evening 4-15-25

Oil Continues Its Losses

Time: 2025/04/14 07:56:56 Read: 2,685 times  {Economic: Al Furat News} Oil prices fell on Monday, amid concerns that the escalating trade war between China and the United States could weaken global economic growth and undermine fuel demand.

By 01:26 GMT, Brent crude futures were down 29 cents, or 0.45%, at $64.47 a barrel, while West Texas Intermediate crude futures were down 27 cents, or 0.44%, at $61.23 a barrel.

Both crudes have lost about $10 a barrel since the beginning of the month, as the trade war between the world's two largest economies escalates, according to Reuters.

Goldman Sachs expects Brent crude to average $63 per barrel, while West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude is expected to average $59 per barrel for the remainder of this year. Brent crude is expected to average $58 per barrel and WTI crude $55 per barrel in 2026.  LINK

Rising Oil Prices

Economy | 09:40 - 04/15/2025   Mawazine News – Baghdad  Oil prices rose in early trading on Tuesday, supported by new tariff exemptions announced by US President Donald Trump and a rebound in Chinese crude oil imports in anticipation of a decline in Iranian supplies.

Brent crude futures rose 27 cents, or 0.42 percent, to $65.15 a barrel by 00:46 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude gained 26 cents, or also 0.42 percent, to $61.79.

In the latest development in a tense trade war, Trump said he was considering adjusting the 25 percent tariffs imposed on auto and auto parts imports from Mexico, Canada and other countries. U.S. erratic trade policies have created uncertainty in global oil markets and prompted the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) on Monday to cut its demand forecast for the first time since December.

The Trump administration announced on Friday that it would grant exemptions from tariffs on smartphones, computers and some other electronic goods, most of which are imported from China. That pushed both benchmark crude oil prices to a slight gain on Monday.

Trump said on Sunday he would announce tariffs on imported semiconductors next week, and filings in the Federal Register, the government's official journal, on Tuesday showed that the administration began investigating semiconductor imports on April 1 as a prelude to imposing tariffs.

Prices were also supported by data on Monday showing China's crude oil imports in March rose about 5% from a year earlier, as it increased purchases of Iranian oil in anticipation of tighter US sanctions.

Kazakhstan said on Monday its oil production fell 3% in the first two weeks of April from the March average, confirming a Reuters report, although its output remains above its quota in OPEC+, the grouping of OPEC and allies led by Russia.  https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=260785

Gold Prices Stabilize In Baghdad Markets

Stock Exchange  Economy News – Baghdad   Foreign and Iraqi gold prices stabilized in local markets in the capital, Baghdad, on Tuesday (April 15, 2025).

Gold prices in the wholesale markets on Al-Nahr Street in the capital, Baghdad, witnessed this morning a selling price of one mithqal of 21-karat Gulf, Turkish and European gold of 666 thousand dinars, and a purchase price of 662 thousand dinars.

The selling price of one mithqal of 21-karat Iraqi gold reached 636,000 Iraqi dinars, and the buying price was 632,000 Iraqi dinars.

As for gold prices in jewelers' shops, the selling price of a mithqal of 21-karat Gulf gold ranges between 665,000 and 675,000 dinars, while the selling price of a mithqal of Iraqi gold ranges between 635,000 and 645,000 dinars.  https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=54456

Today's Dollar Prices

economy | 11:39 - 04/15/2025   Mawazine News – Baghdad   The exchange rate of the US dollar against the Iraqi dinar witnessed a rise in the currency markets in the capital, Baghdad.

The dollar price rose on the Al-Kifah and Al-Harithiya stock exchanges to 147,400 Iraqi dinars for every $100, while yesterday's price, Monday, was 147,300 dinars for every $100.

The selling price at exchange shops in the local markets in Baghdad reached 148,500 Iraqi dinars for every $100, and the buying price reached 146,500 dinars for every $100. https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=260788

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

Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economic Updates Tuesday Evening 4-15-25

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XRP ETFS LIKELY NEXT TO GET SEC APPROVAL, BEATING DOGE AND SOLANA: KAIKO

XRP exchange-traded funds may be the next SEC-approved product that gives investors exposure to crypto, according to data firm Kaiko.

An XRP-focused exchange-traded fund is more likely to receive approval than other recently proposed spot funds tracking other major altcoins, market research firm Kaiko said in a report released Monday.

XRP's front-runner position comes because of the underlying token's high liquidity, said Kaiko. Spot volume for XRP on American exchanges recently hit its highest level since before a long-running lawsuit in 2020 led to delistings, Kaiko noted in its report. XRP is the fourth-largest cryptocurrency by market cap.

Kaiko added that the SEC's prior approval of a fund giving investors exposure to the coin also worked in XRP's favor. U.S. asset manager Teucrium Investment Advisors launched a 2x leveraged XRP ETF earlier this month.

"It's hard to argue against allowing a spot product when there's already an active ETF like this, which is highly levered and more risky than a vanilla spot ETF," Kaiko's Adam Morgan McCarthy told Decrypt.

Bitwise, Grayscale, 21Shares, CoinShares, and Canary Capital have all applied to list spot XRP funds. The applications and others for ETFs based on Solana, Litecoin, Cardano, and Dogecoin, among other tokens, reflect issuers' growing efforts to address demand for crypto investment products. Kaiko reported that a Solana-based fund was the next most likely after an XRP ETF to receive a regulatory greenlight.

XRP is a virtual coin created by the founders of fintech company Ripple. The SEC sued Ripple at the end of 2020, alleging that its team sold unregistered securities in the form of XRP.

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BRICS: WHEN BARACK OBAMA PREDICTED THE US DOLLAR’S FUTURE

When BRICS was formed in June 2009, former US President Barack Obama had predicted the future of the US dollar. Three months after BRICS was formed in 2009, Obama spoke in length about the USD highlighting its importance across the world. The former President revealed that investor’s confidence in the USD is high and will remain the same for many more years.

However, fast-forward 16 years to 2025, the geopolitical landscape has experienced a paradigm shift. Developing countries are advancing financially and competing with the US in tech, trade, and science.

BRICS is also looking to topple the US dollar giving Barack Obama’s 2009 prediction a reality check. The global financial markets are rapidly evolving with emerging economies looking to dominate the geopolitical spectrum.

BRICS: Barack Obama Had Predicted the US Dollar’s Future in 2009, Here’s What He Said

Former US President Barack Obama spoke about the US dollar’s future prospects when the BRICS alliance was launched in 2009. 

He explained that the USD is an extraordinary currency with immense faith and trust from the global investor community. “The dollar is extraordinarily strong right now,” President Obama said in November 2009.

And the reason the US dollar is strong right now is because investors consider the United States the strongest economy in the world with the most stable political system in the world,” said Barack Obama. However, in 2025, the political landscape is different and BRICS and other developing countries want to topple the US dollar.

Barack Obama’s prediction of the US dollar is now on shaky grounds as BRICS countries find the currency intimidating. The White House pressing sanctions on developing countries is what led the alliance to distrust the USD. Even former US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen confirmed that sanctions gave way for de-dollarization.

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77% of Americans Plan To Use Tax Refunds for Essential Expenses: 5 Tips for Using Yours

77% of Americans Plan To Use Tax Refunds for Essential Expenses: 5 Tips for Using Yours

Dawn Allcot  Tue, April 15, 2025   GOBankingRates

For Americans who usually receive a tax refund, that spring windfall sometimes helps cover a treat, like a family vacation, a pool or new patio furniture. But for a majority of people this year, their tax refund is going toward necessities, according to a study from Talker Research, commissioned by TaxSlayer.

The study found that 77% of Americans will spend their tax refund on necessities this year. What’s on the top of their list? More than half (52%) of those polled said the money will go toward rent or utility bills. Meanwhile, 44% will put the money toward groceries and essential goods. Thirty-seven percent are using the cash to pay down credit card debt, with 56% of that group still paying off holiday bills.

This is common — and nothing to be ashamed of — in today’s financial environment.

“If your refund is going straight to keeping the lights on and food in the fridge, that probably says more about the cost of living than your decision-making,” said Taylor Kovar, CFP, founder and CEO of 11 Financial. “That kind of pressure is real.”

However, there are ways to plan ahead to remove some of that financial sting throughout the rest of 2025. Try spending what you can of your tax refund strategically to try to get ahead.

Look at Your Spending Patterns

If you’re consistently running behind on fixed expenses, like your car loan, rent or utility bills, you should “zoom out and look at the patterns,” Kovar advised. “It’s worth seeing if there’s a monthly expense that’s quietly draining your budget.”

See if you can change due dates on bills so everything doesn’t hit your bank account at the same time too. If you have good credit, consider consolidating some of your credit card debt to a 0% interest credit card that you can aim to pay off within 12 to 18 months.

Sometimes, small tweaks like changing due dates and reducing interest payments can provide the breathing room you need.

Use Your Refund To Build a Small Cushion

If you can, deposit part of your refund into a high-yield savings account to provide a buffer for months when emergency expenses crop up or cash gets tight.

“The goal isn’t perfection,” Kovar said. “It’s just trying to make the months ahead feel a little less like a juggling act.”

Plan for the Holidays

TO READ MORE:   https://finance.yahoo.com/news/77-americans-plan-tax-refunds-170500998.html

Short Tuesday Evening News with MarkZ. 04/15/2025

Short Tuesday Evening News with MarkZ. 04/15/2025

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 evening mark all mods and patriots!!!

Member: I’m ready ready ready ready ready ready and ready

Member: I’m hoping for exciting updates tonight ! Hope to see some money moving

MZ: News continues to remain solid. No new bond news since this morning…but, they continue to get things completed and I was told they expect to have that threshold (30% done) this week….all completed and paid so they can move to the next phase which are CMKX, PP’s ect…….. then it should be our turn….so that is your recap from this morning.

Member: Mark did you see all the ads to the Iraqi people on the new ATM’s? It’s amazing….thousands of them.

Member: Seems like Bruce and Wolverine are very excited.

Member: To be perfectly frank, with all this delay, I don't know how Wolverine and Bruce keep their spirits up. They deserve a medal for persistence and endurance. imo.

Member: I wonder- What is the reason that Iraq has not come out with their new rate.?

Member: We are all wondering that.

MZ: In Iraq: “Parliamentary warning: Banks dominate transfers and corruption threatens the economy”  They are pointing out that foreign owned banks have been doing most of the money transfers., and making hundreds of millions a year. If they domesticate this…and raise the value of their currency they will no longer have this issue.

MZ: All these articles are laying the groundwork for raising the value. Part of that groundwork is convincing the public it is time….And that is clearly the phase they are in.

Member: “We’re unlikely to see the reserves touched, but a revaluation of the dinar, coupled with domestic borrowing, could help bridge a potential deficit,” al-Ansari explained.

MZ: “Congress Delegation visits Iraqi PM” We just had a delegation in the Kurdish region…now there is a delegation in Baghdad. These are a group of democrats. It is clear that both sides of the aisle understand what is at stake here.

MZ: “Vietnam discovers 12 mines containing over 10 tons of Gold”  it feels like everytime we turn around somebody is discovering a new commodity. Lithium in the US…Gold in Vietnam….and much more….they are preparing the world to go back to a commodity super cycle.

Member: Told you. Vietnam will give Iraq a run for its money

MZ: “Ghana orders foreigners to exit the gold market by April 30” We are seeing a move towards sovereigns and commodities. In ground assets are the property of the people….When we get rid of or greatly limit fiat…..and embrace asset or commodity backed currencies…..this kind f thing starts to happen. Countries are preparing for this change.

Member: What do you think about Gold Standard on Monday?? That's what rumors the boards are saying.

Member: I really hope the boards are right this time.

Member: Thanks to all…..and see you in the AM

Member: Sweet dreams to everyone.

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News, Rumors and Opinions Tuesday PM 4-15-2025

KTFA:

Clare:  Al-Sudani's advisor: Annual returns from investing reserves are no less than $2 billion.

4/15/2025- Baghdad

 The Prime Minister's financial advisor, Mazhar Mohammed Saleh, confirmed on Tuesday that the "annual returns" from investing foreign reserves are no less than $2 billion, according to his estimates.

Saleh said, "These investments are often short-term and directed toward US, European, or British treasury bonds, with the goal of achieving appropriate returns."

He added, "These investments are characterized by low risk and generate appropriate returns, and the invested assets can be quickly converted into cash without incurring losses."

Saleh pointed out that "profits generated from reserves are divided into two types: the first is realized, represented by direct interest, and the second is unrealized, resulting from diversifying the investment portfolio, in addition to realizing potential profits from exchange rate differences between currencies and gold."

The Central Bank of Iraq previously revealed a decline in foreign reserves for 2024, reaching 130.81 trillion dinars, a 10.18% decrease compared to the same period in 2023, when these reserves reached 145.64 trillion dinars.  LINK

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Clare:  Parliament expresses surprise at the government's delay in submitting the 2025 budget schedules.

4/15/2025

The Finance Committee of the Iraqi Parliament expressed surprise on Tuesday at the government's delay in submitting the 2025 budget schedules to the parliament, despite previous promises.

Committee member Saad al-Nubi told Shafaq News Agency, "The Parliamentary Finance Committee recently hosted both Minister of Planning Mohammed Tamim and Minister of Finance Taif Sami to discuss the 2025 general budget law schedules. The two ministers informed the committee that the schedules would be sent to the Council of Ministers."

He added, "However, we still note the government's delay in sending the budget tables to Parliament for discussion and voting," considering that "there is a clear challenge on the part of the government in not sending the tables to Parliament without knowing the reasons."

Al-Nubi continued, "The budget was supposed to reach parliament before the end of last month, but we don't know the reasons for this delay." He noted that "the committee pressured the Minister of Planning and the Minister of Finance, asking them to explain the reason for the delay in submission, but has not received a response yet."

It is noteworthy that the Iraqi Parliament voted in June 2023 on the draft general budget law for the fiscal years (2023, 2024, 2025).   LINK

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Frank26   Article Quote:  "Adjusting the value of the Iraqi dinar relative to the US dollar remains a plausible option.  We are unlikely to see the reserves touched..."  This article has four times that they talk about Iraqi dinar going up in value.

Clare  Article:  “Plunging Oil Prices Jeopardize Iraq’s Budget: Will the Government Resort to Dollar Revaluation?" Quote: "Iraq is bracing for renewed economic turbulence as oil prices fall below the critical $65 per barrel mark—five dollars short of the benchmark adopted in the country’s federal budget. The slide in global crude markets threatens to erode the very foundation of Iraq’s oil-dependent economy, prompting speculation over potential fiscal and monetary policy shifts..." "...The central bank’s hard currency reserves, considered a last line of defense, are unlikely to be tapped under current circumstances. Still, one policy instrument remains within reach—and contentious: the exchange rate.  Economic expert Ahmed al-Ansari noted that while Iraq’s reserve fund is generally safeguarded for emergencies, adjusting the value of the Iraqi dinar relative to the U.S. dollar remains a plausible option. “We’re unlikely to see the reserves touched, but a revaluation of the dinar, coupled with domestic borrowing, could help bridge a potential deficit,” al-Ansari explained." 

Gold Soars, Risk Assets Collapse – Is This the Biggest Macro Unwind Since 1929? | Mike McGlone

Kitco News:  4-15-2025

Gold is holding near record highs above $3,200 an ounce, while U.S. equities, copper, and crude oil tumble. Treasury yields are rising even as the dollar weakens, and volatility is spiking.

 According to Bloomberg Intelligence’s Mike McGlone, this signals a profound macro shift — one where risk assets are cracking, precious metals are taking the lead, and traditional flight-to-safety assets are failing.

In this interview, McGlone joins Kitco News Anchor Jeremy Szafron to explain why the stock market’s valuation peak may have already passed, how gold could rally toward $4,000, and why Bitcoin and U.S. equities remain highly vulnerable.

He also warns of a deflationary reset, deepening global recession risks, and a reversal of decades of monetary excess.

Key Topics: – Why McGlone sees a “profound reversion cycle” underway – Gold vs. Bitcoin: why gold is outperforming risk assets – How ETF flows are signaling the smart money shift – Copper and crude oil breakdowns as global demand fades – Why U.S. Treasuries may still be the ultimate safe haven – How tariffs, austerity, and inflation are colliding – The risk of a 1929- or 1989-style market unwind – What to expect if the S&P 500 breaks down further – Why gold miners may finally rerate if $3,500 breaks

00:00 Introduction

01:03 Market Breakdown

 03:01 Bitcoin vs. Gold: A Deep Dive

 07:58 Flight to Safety: Treasuries, Dollar, and Equities

10:28 Inflation Expectations and Fed's Response

 12:44 Global Economic Implications and Tariffs

 18:44 Gold Miners and Market Predictions

22:59 Conclusion

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AmwGQk6B6F8

Iraq Economic News and Points to Ponder Tuesday Afternoon 4-15-25

The Prime Minister Of The Kurdistan Regional Government Discusses Developments In The Region With A US Delegation

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 | Politics Number of reads: 92   Baghdad / NINA / The Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Regional Government, Masrour Barzani, discussed today, Tuesday, with a US delegation headed by Victoria Taylor, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State, ways to enhance bilateral relations and the general situation in Iraq.   The two sides also discussed, during a meeting between them, the latest developments in the region. /End   https://ninanews.com/Website/News/Details?key=1197953

Ports Director: We Will Adopt Modern Navigation Equipment To Operate The Grand Faw Port

Buratha News Agency982025-04-15   Director General of Iraqi Ports, Farhan Al-Fartousi, announced on Tuesday that the Grand Faw Port will be operational in the coming period after it has been equipped with modern navigation equipment.

Al-Fartousi stated in a press conference that “the technical director of the International Academy for Maritime Aids (IALA), Julierdine Delano, is currently visiting Iraq to review the state of the maritime sector and its needs in terms of modern technology in the field of navigational aids, which includes the availability of buoys, lighthouses, and ship traffic signs.”

He added, "Iraq's cooperation with international maritime organizations, such as the IALA International Academy, will enable the port sector to modernize its infrastructure, provide the port of Faw with the latest navigation equipment, and train the crews working at the port to use this technology."

In contrast, the technical director of the Ayala Academy, Juliardine Delano, confirmed that "Iraqi ports are witnessing significant development in terms of performance and navigational equipment."

She noted that she is currently visiting Iraq to review the state of the maritime sector and its needs, ensure Iraq's commitment to implementing international requirements for maritime safety, and conduct a preliminary assessment of the Grand Faw Port's need for such navigational aid, in preparation for its commencement of operations in the coming period.

She added, "Iraq's compliance with international standards and its investment in safety measures will yield returns in the form of reduced prices for imported products, as well as insurance revenues paid by ships passing through ports."   https://burathanews.com/arabic/news/458886

The Iraqi Stock Exchange Launches A Standards Guide For Companies, Including These Details

Stock Exchange  Economy News – Baghdad  The Iraqi Securities Commission announced today, Tuesday, the launch of a guide to environmental, social, and corporate governance standards for companies.

The Commission stated in a statement received by Al-Eqtisad News that, "After joint work and continuous communication with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, which took approximately a year, the guide was prepared according to international standards, taking into account the challenges of the Iraqi business environment and the determinants of the legislative environment."

She explained that "this guide is the first comprehensive, mandatory guide to practices issued by the Iraqi Securities Commission (ISC) for Iraqi companies to implement corporate governance (CG), sustainability governance, and environmental and social issues, including aspects related to climate change."

She pointed out that "the Commission seeks, through this guide, to institutionalize best practices for environmental, social, and corporate governance standards in Iraqi business culture by making implementation mandatory for companies listed on the Iraq Stock Exchange."
She added that "banks listed on the Iraq Stock Exchange will be subject to the Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance Standards Guide issued by the Central Bank."

She added, "The Commission believes that implementing environmental, social, and governance practices by companies listed on the Iraqi Stock Exchange will lead to increased market confidence, a better reputation, development of the capital market, increased corporate transparency and accountability, increased foreign direct investment flows, an information-driven market, and improved market liquidity."

The statement concluded by saying, "The Authority will issue instructions on implementing the guide and will hold workshops according to a plan developed for this purpose." https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=54465

Al-Eqtisad News Publishes The Decisions Of Today's Cabinet Meeting

Money and Business  Economy News – Baghdad   Al-Eqtisad News publishes the full decisions of the Cabinet meeting held today, Tuesday, headed by Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani. Among these decisions was the approval of comprehensive admission for all intermediate and preparatory levels.

Al-Sudani's office said in a statement seen by Al-Eqtisad News, "Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani chaired the 15th regular session of the Council of Ministers today, Tuesday, during which general developments in the country were discussed, the implementation of the government program was followed up, and the files and topics on the agenda were discussed and decisions were made regarding them."

The statement added that Al-Sudani "directed ministers to conduct at least two visits per month to all governorates, with the aim of achieving positive and tangible results in improving the services provided to citizens. He also directed all ministries to devote the necessary attention to maximizing revenues and to prepare appropriate mechanisms for implementation."

The statement indicated that "the Council decided to grant an official holiday to the Christian component only, on the 20th and 21st of this month of April, on the occasion of the glorious Easter holiday.

The Prime Minister congratulated our Christian people, as well as our Yazidi people on the occasion of the Yazidi New Year, which falls tomorrow, Wednesday, April 16, according to the Eastern calendar, in which this occasion is a holiday for the Yazidi component according to the law."

He pointed out that "the Council voted on the comprehensive admission of the intermediate and preparatory stages in all its branches to take the second round exams for the current academic year 2024-2025," adding that the Council approved "the draft laws on juvenile care and the first amendment to the Minors Care Law (78 of 1980), which were reviewed by the State Council, and referred them to the House of Representatives based on the provisions of the Constitution."

He noted that "in the context of supporting the private sector, the draft law on partnership between the public and private sectors was approved and referred to the Council of Representatives, based on the provisions of the Constitution, while taking into account the observations of the Legal Department of the General Secretariat of the Council of Ministers.

" The Council also approved "the mechanisms and controls for issuing sovereign guarantees to the Iraqi private sector, in implementation of the provisions of the General Budget Law for the three years, and the guarantee is issued to (one or more manufacturers) as needed to complete production lines."

In the context of imposing preventive measures on imported goods, the Council of Ministers approved the following, according to the statement:

1. Imposing an additional customs duty of (60%) of the unit of measurement of the product (transparent boxes and single-use plastic cups) imported into Iraq from all countries and origins, for a period of four years, and monitoring the local market during the period of application of the additional customs duties.

2. The General Authority of Customs shall apply the additional customs duty on the aforementioned product and notify the Department of Industrial Development and Organization periodically regarding the quantity of Iraq’s imports of the aforementioned products, the value of the additional customs duties collected on the importer of the foreign product, the value of the import, the exporting countries, and the importing entities.

3. The Ministry of Industry and Minerals shall take into account the following:

A. The amount of increase in imports compared to the previous three years to determine the extent of an unjustified increase.

b. A statement of the complaining company’s ability to meet market needs in a way that ensures no price inflation.

C. Determine the importance of the required protection for the national economy.

4. Regulatory authorities shall review the effects resulting from imposing additional customs protection on the imported product.

5. This decision shall be implemented after (120) days from the date of its issuance.

In the same context, the Council approved the “recommendation regarding the protection of the reinforcing steel product for sizes (10-32) mm, which includes adding another customs duty on the reinforcing steel product for sizes (10-32) mm in the amount of (10%), so that the duty becomes (30%), using the authority of the Minister of Finance stated in Article (2) of the Customs Tariff Law (22 of 2010) as amended.”

The Council approved the renewal of the Ministry of Oil/Basra Oil Company's Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Management (EPCM) contract for the Majnoon oil field by the Ministry of Oil, with the aim of continuing to provide services related to the contract until the new tender is launched and the new contract is concluded.

As part of the electricity provision procedures, approval was given, according to the statement, for “the Ministry of Electricity to contract to supply electrical energy to the northern region in the contracted quantities, amounting to (500) megawatts.”

The statement explained that, "Regarding the mechanism for dealing with contractors' compensation requests resulting from the implementation of government contracts, the Council of Ministers voted to confirm the Ministry of Health's commitment to Cabinet Resolution No. 24241 of 2024, regarding the Nahrawan, Husseiniya, Al-Hakim, and Al-Karma hospital projects."

The Council also approved "authorizing the Minister of Environment to negotiate and sign the draft project agreement between the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), as the entity accredited to the Green Climate Fund, and the Iraqi government." https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=54470

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economic Updates Tuesday Afternoon 4-15-25

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CRYPTO NEWS: TRUMP PLANS TO BUY BITCOIN WITH GLOBAL TARIFF REVENUE!

▪️Trump administration may use tariff revenue to buy Bitcoin, giving crypto investors fresh hope worldwide.

▪️Trump wants strategies to buy more Bitcoin without adding any extra cost for U.S. taxpayers.

▪️Bitcoin jumps 15%, trades above $85,000, and could soon hit the $90,000 resistance level.

As global tariff tensions heat up and financial markets stay shaky, crypto investors have found a surprising silver lining. The Trump administration has announced plans to use money collected from tariffs to buy Bitcoin—yes, you read that right. With Bitcoin already down 25% from its recent high, the timing has caught everyone’s attention.

Is the U.S. government really preparing to buy the dip?

Here’s what’s unfolding—and why it could shake up both politics and crypto.

Strategic Crypto Reserve In the Making

Last month, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to create a strategic cryptocurrency reserve. The plan involves using digital tokens the government already owns and finding new ways to expand those holdings. Trump has asked the Commerce and Treasury Secretaries to come up with budget-neutral strategies—meaning the government can buy more Bitcoin without adding to the national debt or raising taxes.

One idea being discussed in the White House is using tariff revenue to fund Bitcoin purchases. This would allow the U.S. to build its crypto reserves without borrowing money or asking more from taxpayers.

While still in the planning stage, this move shows that the government is open to fresh ideas about managing public funds.

Lummis Pushes the “Bitcoin Act of 2025”

Senator Cynthia Lummis is also stepping in with her proposal—the “Bitcoin Act of 2025.” She wants to revalue U.S. gold certificates, which are currently worth less than the real price of gold. Adjusting their value could free up extra funds that the government could use to buy Bitcoin and strengthen its crypto holdings.

Bitcoin Aims for $90K

Bitcoin is showing strength again after bouncing back from a recent dip. The price has jumped by 15% and is now trading around $85,350, with its market cap rising to $169 trillion.

Right now, Bitcoin is holding above $84,000 and staying strong above the 100-hour simple moving average. A rising trend line is also forming, with support around $85,200, suggesting buyers are still in control.

Looking ahead, Bitcoin faces resistance near $85,800, with the next major barrier at $87,200. If it breaks through these levels, the price could continue climbing—possibly reaching the $90,000 mark in the coming days.

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BRICS: US DOLLAR KEEPS FALLING AS TRADE WAR FEARS GROW

The growing geopolitical tensions have only intensified in recent weeks amid the United States’ new Liberation Day tariff plan. Although it has been scaled back in a myriad of ways, the nation’s currency appears to be paying the price. In an interesting turn for the BRICS bloc, the US dollar has fallen again as trade fears grow.

Interestingly, US President Donald Trump had previously threatened the alliance with 150% tariffs due to their de-dollarization endeavors. The warning never actualized, but his stance on their policies was clear. Now, his efforts to balance trade for the nation have effectively done similar to the global reserve asset.

US Dollar Struggles as Trade Fears Look to Benefit BRICS Bloc

It has been a rather concerning month for the global economy. US President Trump has ushered in a strong America-first policy in the form of his new tariff plan. Subsequently, it has seen continued concern over the potential for increased geopolitical tensions.

As the United States and BRICS have continued their faceoff, the US dollar has continued to fall amid trade war concerns. Although it edged a bit higher on Monday, it approached the mid-way point of April, reaching a three-year low against the euro and Japanese yen. It approached oversold territory in its metrics and therefore, jumped slightly. Yet, it is still in a concerning position.

Investors have shown they are wary of the greenback with tariff turmoil still abounding. This is increasingly interesting when it comes to the BRICS bloc, as they have been the face of increased de-dollarization and gold buying. Subsequently, the latter has reached record highs above $3,200 this year.

“The uncertainty is now at an intolerable level for most businesses in international trade.” Adam Button of ForexLive told Reuters. “Right now, the market is taking a dim view of future US growth, and that has come through most clearly in the currency market.” Where this goes will be interesting, considering how important the dollar’s status was to President Trump when he was first elected in late 2024.

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US Debt Market Triggering The RESET | Francis Hunt

US Debt Market Triggering The RESET | Francis Hunt

Liberty and Finance:  4-15-2025

Francis Hunt discusses a major but underreported development in the financial system — a simultaneous weakening of the U.S. dollar and rising bond yields, signaling a deeper loss of confidence in the U.S. debt market.

Hunt explains that this rare phenomenon, usually seen in emerging markets, suggests the beginning of a systemic breakdown, one that his team had predicted years ago as part of a post-2020 "reset."

He emphasizes that the foundational issue lies in the debt markets, which are no longer being blindly supported by foreign or domestic institutions due to increasing fiscal instability.

 This erosion of trust, he argues, is not due to a coordinated foreign sell-off but rather a broader institutional retreat driven by uncertainty and risk aversion.

Despite the grim outlook, Hunt notes that this environment is highly bullish for gold, as it benefits from capital fleeing fiat currencies and debt instruments.

INTERVIEW TIMELINE:

0:00 Intro

1:30 Dollar rejection

15:08 Gold update

20:34 Dow/gold ratio

 27:17 Gold/silver ratio

42:00 Last thoughts

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tWkLwf-aC04

Late Tuesday Coffee with MarkZ. 04/15/2025

Late Tuesday Coffee with MarkZ. 04/15/2025

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

Marks call was an hour later this morning

Member: Good morning Mark, mods and patriots!

Member: Mark's plane was delayed last night. He got home very late

MZ: I did not land until almost 2AM last night…then an hour and a half drive home. That’s why we started an hour late today.

Member: Markz, thank you for having todays podcast. You look very tired but so appreciated

Member: President Abraham Lincoln died 160 years ago today!  And the anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic???

Member: Saturday is the 250th anniversary of the minutemen “Shot heard around the world”

MZ: It might be fun to do a history podcast on that …if we have time this week.

Member: I am hearing a lot of chatter about this weekend! It's also a 3 day weekend.

MZ: It would be a perfect time for the RV to hit.

Member: This weekend is perfect for an RV. Saturday is the 250th anniversery of "the shot heard round the world," aka "the birth of American Liberty."

MZ: On the historic bond side- I am still hearing they have made wonderful progress. I have not had an update since yesterday afternoon…..but was told they are very much on target for completing  what they need to this week in order to move forward.

MZ: My understanding of the “Move forward” part is after bonds come the groups , CMKX  Farm Claims and Prosperity Packages.  Then BAM….it’s us.

MZ: The confirmations from the bond side is a very good sign.  They expect to have enough of them done this week to move forward with the rest.

Member: Mark back in the day it was always 30% bonds need to be done before they move to the rest of us…..hope that happens ASAP.

Member: There was a big piece out of Iraq about SAMA International Exchange. They need to put 5% onto Forex at New Exchange Rate to push the Iraqi International RV. Published Iraqi AM.

MZ: I have not seen that one…but there is some good stuff coming out of Iraq.

MZ: “Budget tables on the way to the dome of Parliament”  it may arrive as early as the today the 15th. ….after it was passed by the Council of Ministers (COM)  Parliament has been surprised by the delays of getting them the 2025 budget tables….The budget was supposed to reach Parliament before the end of last month. What has been the hold ups????

MZ: Could it be because of the article from yesterday that states because of the change in oil prices they will need to “REVALUE their currency” ???  I think that is exactly why they have delayed those budget tables. They are waiting for that new rate.  That is y strong personal opinion…and also the opinions of my contacts in Iraq.

Member: TNT said the last delay was caused by waiting for Iran to sign deal. Now done?

Member: When the "New" US Dollar comes out, will we have 2 tiered pricing as value to the "Old" dollar changes

MZ: I was told we would have 90 days to exchange the old currency for the new US currency. Maybe longer.

Member: Will we still be required to request free and clear letters at our exchange for buying a house /vehicle ect???

MZ: I was told we will not need a free and clear letter because with the new financial system they will already know the source of your funds.

Member: Viet Nam found a bunch of gold to mine...

Member: With Trump's pressure on Vietnam to revalue their Currency and China's Xi visiting over the weekend,  Things are looking good for a RV of the VND…imo

Member: I just heard that Vietnam is ready !! They started preparing in 2020 and that by 2025 , don't know the exact date , they will mandate International rates in 2025 !

MZ: Trump is pressuring Vietnam to revalue their currency right now….and it fits in with all the other timing. Along with the delay of the budget tables –now happening this week….it looks like they both may be going at the same time. Which is what we always expected.

Member: Well well well...priceless!! The IRS chief information officer announces his resignation on the eve of tax filing day!!What's that tell us ladies n gents?? Good bye IRS???

Member: Thanks Mark for all you do to keep us informed.

Member: Everyone have a great day….and see you this evening……Be blessed.

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