News, Rumors and Opinions Thursday 9-18-2025

KTFA:

Clare:  The Iraqi judiciary has recovered two billion dinars from two violating companies for financial fraud involving the exchange rate.

9/18/2025

The Iraqi judiciary announced on Thursday that it had recovered two billion dinars for financial fraud involving exchange rates.

The Judicial Media Department said in a statement that the Second Karkh Investigation Court recovered two billion Iraqi dinars on September 17, 2025, for a financial fraud crime.

He pointed out that the amount was recovered from two companies that violated the law by fraudulently obtaining the dollar exchange rate difference through money transfers outside the country.

The statement indicated that the "Second Karkh Investigation Court," through extensive efforts and under the supervision of the court's first judge, recovered this amount. These efforts are ongoing to take legal action against the remaining companies that employ illegal methods to obtain large profits, thereby harming public funds.  LINK

Clare:  Iraq signs an agreement and seven trade memoranda of understanding with Lebanon.

9/18/2025

The Iraqi Ministry of Trade and the Lebanese Ministry of Economy and Trade signed an agreement and seven memoranda of understanding today, Thursday, to enhance trade and investment between the two countries.

This came during the second session of the Iraqi-Lebanese Joint Committee held in the capital, Baghdad, headed by Minister of Trade Athir Dawood Al-Ghariri on the Iraqi side, and Minister of Economy and Trade Amer Al-Bassat on the Lebanese side, in the presence of heads and representatives of the Iraqi private sector and their counterparts from the Lebanese side.

The committee's work witnessed the signing of an agreement and seven memoranda of understanding between the two sides, covering areas such as developing trade exchanges and export promotion, cooperation in organizing international and specialized exhibitions, land transport of passengers and goods, investment, and mutual recognition of maritime qualification certificates for seafarers working at sea. This will contribute to supporting economic integration, facilitating the flow of trade, and exchanging technical and scientific expertise.

In this regard, the Iraqi Minister of Trade, in a speech delivered on the sidelines of the session, affirmed Iraq's keenness to enhance cooperation with Lebanon and expand the horizons of partnership in various economic, trade, and investment sectors, noting that this session represents an important shift in the path of bilateral relations.

He explained that the signing of the minutes and memoranda during the conference reflects the seriousness of both sides in moving directly to the implementation phase, stressing the Iraqi government's full support for all initiatives that would strengthen the partnership with Lebanon and develop relations in a manner that serves common interests.

Al-Ghariri added that "seven memoranda of understanding were signed, in addition to a cooperation agreement between the Iraqi and Lebanese Ministries of Justice, to enhance legal and institutional cooperation between our two countries." He added, "The government will be a true supporter of the private sector, and we are working to launch an investment forum soon that will open broader horizons for trade and investment cooperation."

He pointed out that "these agreements represent a new beginning for the resumption of private sector activity and business owners, in line with the deep economic and trade relations between Iraq and Lebanon."

He continued, "The memoranda of understanding cover various sectors, such as trade, investment, transportation, and exhibitions, and represent an important step to expand trade exchange and enhance joint economic activity."   LINK

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Mnt Goat   I want to first cover something today that is VERY important to everyone and the timing of the RV we all have been looking for.... this reinstatement and revaluation of the Iraqi dinar was part of a much larger plan. The pieces to the plan are all but in place now. This is not decades from now. It is happening now. It is part of a financial “reset” of the US financial system and it will also eventually move downstream to other countries by the nature of it. But remember its “America First”.  The US Treasury is not going to let this opportunity pass by with Iraq...no one knows the entirety of the plan, as they are not sharing it... [Post 1 of 2....stay tuned]​

Mnt Goat   This much we do know and we know something is moving fast to shift the Iraqi dinar into the global arena for a purpose and to reinstate its currency back to the currency trading. The dinar will be repegged to a basket along with other currencies, each supporting the other. We can already see the new Trump foreign policy with Iraq and to bring huge investment opportunities to Iraq.  Remember, however, there must be money enough for both nations or the US will not get  involved ...Just know there is a plan and it is in motion...  [Post 2 of 2]

Mnt Goat   Just remember that the dinar now already trades on the ISX which is the Iraqi Securities Exchange. A link was placed even on FOREX back to the ISX years ago. This made it easier for future investors in the dinar to follow IQD trends. However, it is not on the global exchanges and certainly not at the rate we are waiting to see. The official CBI rate of 1320 is simply not going to help in the Trump reset of the national US debt, get it?

This Crisis won’t be like 2008, it will be a US Sovereign Debt Crisis

Kitco News:   9-16-2025

The financial world is abuzz with talk of a looming crisis, and prominent economist and investor Peter Schiff is at the forefront of these warnings.

In a recent, exclusive interview with Kitco News Anchor Jeremy Szafron, Schiff laid out a grim picture of a “great repricing” underway, driven by a U.S. sovereign debt crisis and what he calls the Federal Reserve’s “biggest error yet.”

If Schiff’s predictions hold true, the implications for the U.S. dollar, the price of gold, and your personal savings could be profound and far-reaching. This isn’t a rerun of 2008; Schiff argues we’re heading into uncharted and considerably more perilous territory.

https://youtu.be/eqRF_xbYccE

Thursday Coffee with MarkZ 09/18/2025

Thursday Coffee with MarkZ   09/18/2025

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 and Happy Thursday

MZ:  Interesting developments over the weekend. Is the stage being set?

Member: I am hearing a lot of chatter about this weekend

MZ: Hearing that same chatter….just afraid its one weekend to early. I don’t know exactly when we go but the majority of sources believe we go at the very end of September and the first days of October.

Member: October first is when the new fiscal year for the government starts

MZ: There are a number of rumors in groups and the Indian Nations that this could be our weekend. But my middle eastern contacts thin it’s the following weekend. There are tons of rumors out there.

Member: ​​just for kicks and giggles i just now popped into my local Wells Fargo branch and asked about currency exchange and he said yes. I said what about Iraqi Dinar, he smiled and said not yet!

MZ: More and more folks in banking are hearing about it and training for it.

Member: Heard somewhere that president of Iraq and Trump are going to be in NY on 22nd for a UN or NATO thing. How often are these guys together. What a good time to announce and reap the political rewards

MZ: It would be a great time.

Member: I think everything is pointing to first of October. New fiscal year starts. Sudani is getting very close to elections, hcl about to be done

Member: Still hoping the Vietnam dong is in the first basket.

Member: The Vietnamese dong is definitely a currency you will want $$$

Member: Central Bank of Vietnam web site had been down 36 hours…may be back up now

Member: Iraq Finance Minister was in London yesterday discussing building an international financial center

Member: do you think Sudani is holding the RV for an October surprise....to guarantee reelection? if rv doesn't happen he would most likely be politically destroyed and ran out of town

Member: (From Dinar Guru) Mnt Goat :  Just remember that the dinar now already trades on the ISX which is the Iraqi Securities Exchange. A link was placed even on FOREX back to the ISX years ago. This made it easier for future investors in the dinar to follow IQD trends. However, it is not on the global exchanges and certainly not at the rate we are waiting to see. The official CBI rate of 1320 is simply not going to help in the Trump reset of the national US debt, get it?

MZ: I get it

Member: Sure hope that MarkZ knows that when people act salty its not about him but about the people in power going so slow…lets get things moving.

MZ: I get it and it is very frustrating for us all.

Member: Thanks Mark for all you do we appreciate you so much! Your positive attitude carries many of us through this!!

Member: Imagine the Christmas we are about to have. I’ve never liked Christmas, as an adult.. this year I will.

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“Tidbits From TNT” Thursday 9-18-2025

TNT:

Tishwash:  Trade Bank of Iraq launches direct delivery service for electronic cards.

The Trade Bank of Iraq announced today, Thursday, the launch of a direct delivery service for electronic cards.

A statement from the bank, received by Al-Eqtisad News, stated that "to facilitate customers, it has been decided to activate the direct delivery service for electronic cards."

The bank added, "We announce the activation of the electronic card delivery service in Baghdad and all governorates to ensure their safe and timely arrival." link

Tishwash:  Indonesian Ambassador: Invites Karbala merchants to participate in a trade fair in his country

The Indonesian Ambassador to Iraq, Didik Eko Pujianto, invited merchants from the holy Karbala Governorate to participate in a trade fair to be held in his country next month, stressing his country’s desire to invest in Iraq and Karbala in the fields of medicine, leather industries, electricity, and other projects.

The Indonesian ambassador told Al-Mustaqilla on the sidelines of his visit to the Karbala Chamber of Commerce and his meeting with the chamber’s president, Zaman Sahib Abdul Awad, “We discussed strengthening and deepening bilateral relations between the two countries, opening new horizons for joint cooperation to stimulate trade exchange, and we are working to facilitate procedures for obtaining entry visas.”

 For his part, the head of the Karbala Chamber of Commerce said in a statement to Al-Mustaqilla after his meeting with the Indonesian ambassador, “We invited Indonesian traders, companies and businessmen to see and learn about the most important investment opportunities in the province.”

In addition, the Chamber's Vice President, Saeed Shukr, emphasized to the Indonesian Ambassador the importance of reviewing the Iraqi investment law to benefit from it, and to encourage Indonesian companies to establish projects, especially medical projects, to be of a standard befitting the quality of the holy Karbala Governorate, and the necessity of these companies obtaining approvals from the Iraqi Ministry of Health.

Chamber Board Member Mohammed Al-Hussaini concluded by stressing the need for Indonesian companies to visit Karbala Governorate and see for themselves the investment opportunities.

The delegation called for "facilitating the issuance of entry visas to Karbala merchants, as this would have a positive impact on strengthening and deepening economic relations."  link

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Tishwash:  Parliament on the brink of closure: MPs' salaries exceed 400 billion dinars

The Council has been inactive for 14 months... and Al-Mashhadani was looking for a "religious fatwa"!

MPs are estimated to have received more than 122 billion dinars in wages, salaries, and services during this current session, "without work" due to the suspension of sessions.

Parliament failed to hold more than 100 sessions during its fifth session, including only 12 sessions during the past 11 months.

Based on this poor performance, it is likely that September will be the last day of the parliament's term, which is supposed to extend its term until early 2026.

Last Tuesday, parliament failed to hold its session for the second time in the same week due to a lack of quorum.

Yasser al-Husseini, an independent MP, told Al-Mada, "Political disagreements over important laws led to the suspension," including a law related to Saudi investments in Iraq.

Al-Husseini asserted that "most MPs are busy preparing for the elections," scheduled for November 11. statement issued after a presidential meeting in parliament last Tuesday described MPs' attendance at sessions as "a national duty that cannot be postponed," following the failure of the last two sessions.

The statement, following a meeting between Parliament Speaker Mahmoud al-Mashhadani and his deputies, Mohsen al-Mandalawi and Shakhwan Abdullah, emphasized "the importance of the presence of parliamentary bloc heads and MPs at the upcoming sessions and their active participation in voting on vital laws."

Parliament published the agenda for the sessions of Monday and Tuesday earlier this week, which included a number of laws described as important.

In a video address, Deputy Speaker Shakhwan Abdullah expressed his regret over the lack of a quorum for the parliamentary session last Tuesday, despite the presence of important laws and legislation on the agenda.

He added that no more than 50 MPs were present, despite the 130 MPs who signed the attendance list. He explained that this was unacceptable, given that many MPs travel from outside Baghdad to attend the sessions.

Full salaries, no cuts!

Last August, Parliament imposed fines on MPs who miss sessions, deducting one million dinars from the salary of each MP absent from a single session. The number of absentees ranged between 100 and 150 MPs per session.

However, it appears that MPs have found a way around this punishment, sitting in the parliament cafeteria without attending sessions, thus avoiding salary cuts.

Mohammed al-Ziyadi, a representative of the Muntasiroun bloc, affiliated with Kata'ib Sayyid al-Shuhada leader Abu Alaa al-Wala'i, told Al-Mada: "We are not school students... MPs can express their opinion by boycotting and not attending sessions, but what matters is that they attend parliament."

In the past, al-Mashhadani, the last parliament speaker, hesitated to cut the salaries of absent MPs, although he said in March 2025 that he was seeking a "fatwa from the Najaf Martyrdom" regarding MPs' attendance at sessions, describing the current session as "the worst."

MPs like Yasser al-Husseini believe that "dismissing the absent MP," rather than simply cutting their salaries, will prevent others from being absent, explaining that "constitutionally, parliament's term is supposed to end on January 8, 2026."

The parliamentary term consists of four legislative years, each of which is divided into two terms, each extending for eight months, with a four-month recess.

This parliament was suspended for three months after the elections, and has two presidents since the removal of former President Mohammed al-Halbousi at the end of 2023.

So far, since its first session on January 9, 2022, the current parliament has only been able to hold 149 sessions out of approximately 265.

This means that parliament has not functioned for 14 months, but during that period, it has received full salaries and expenses amounting to more than "122 billion and 500 million dinars."

According to some reports, each member of parliament receives a monthly salary of 8 million dinars, in addition to 16 million dinars in protection allowances and 3 million dinars in rent allowances for members of parliament not residing in Baghdad, bringing the total monthly salary of each member of parliament to 27 million dinars.

The total annual cost of salaries and allowances for all 329 members of parliament amounts to more than 426 billion dinars.

"Hibernation Time"

Ghaleb Al-Dami, a political affairs researcher, says that "Parliament has now entered the winter hibernation phase.

" Al-Dami added to Al-Mada: "Most of the members of parliament are candidates and are busy campaigning in the governorates," predicting that this September will be "the last day of parliament."

The worst performance of the sessions this term occurred during the tenure of its current speaker, al-Mashhadani, who was only able to hold 12 sessions in 11 months, at a rate of one session per month instead of the usual eight.
For his part, Ziad al-Arar, an academic and researcher, said that "political disagreements between bloc leaders from all parties have brought parliamentary work to a near-standstill."

He added to Al-Mada: "There are clear disagreements between Speaker al-Mashhadani and his deputy, al-Mandalawi, and the Sunni forces, as well as a lack of trust among the leaders of the political scene."

Al-Arar pointed out that, due to these disagreements, the heads of the parliamentary blocs are "upset with each other and are not attending the sessions."

The researcher believes that the origin of the disagreement was on the day al-Mashhadani was elected (late October 2024), due to objections to his assumption of the position.

His election was a "gracious response" to the parliament speaker's previous positions with some political parties.  link

Dang!!! -- These Young ""Felines"" are Tough!!! 

Mot:  . Yes - This actually happened and caused 16 accidents !!! 

This actually happened: they dressed up the truck with a guy tied down on the roof, while the driver and passengers wore moose heads.

They drove down Interstate I-35 and caused 16 accidents.

Yes, they went to jail, yes, they were so drunk, and yes, men cannot be left alone.

Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Thursday Morning 9-18-25

Good Morning Dinar Recaps,

Fed Cuts Interest Rates by a Quarter Point, Tees Up Two More Cuts in 2025

The Federal Reserve shifts to rate cuts, signaling concern for jobs over inflation — and the global implications are bigger than just politics.

A Policy Shift at the Fed
In a widely expected decision, the Federal Reserve lowered interest rates by a quarter point. Chair Jerome Powell emphasized that weakening labor markets now outweigh inflation risks, signaling a turn in strategy. This sets up two additional cuts later in 2025, putting the U.S. on a clear easing path.

While the move was modest, it represents a broader pivot. The Fed is openly prioritizing employment stability even as the economy grows modestly and trade uncertainties mount under Trump’s tariff push. Markets responded positively, with the Dow surging 400 points.

Trump’s Influence and Fed Independence
President Trump has been vocal in demanding more aggressive cuts and has already positioned his allies within the Fed. His efforts to reshape the institution raise questions about central bank independence. With further cuts on the table, Trump’s hand in monetary policy is increasingly evident.

Economic Outlook
The Fed projects GDP growth at 1.6% for 2025, rising slightly through 2027. Unemployment is forecast to edge up to 4.5% before stabilizing, while inflation is expected to gradually ease toward the 2% target. Consumers may see relief in borrowing costs, but savers will feel the squeeze as returns on deposits and money markets decline.

Why It’s More Than Politics

The Fed’s pivot is not just about domestic economic management — it shows how U.S. monetary policy is now entangled with Trump’s broader trade and tariff agenda. Cutting rates while tariffs disrupt global supply chains reflects a deeper struggle: keeping the U.S. dollar strong and competitive in a shifting international order.

Proof of Global Finance Restructuring

Central bank rate cuts signal to the world that the U.S. is willing to stimulate growth at the expense of traditional inflation discipline. This reshaping of priorities ties into the global reset narrative — where economic stability is increasingly pursued through coordinated monetary adjustments rather than old inflation-first doctrines. The Fed’s move could accelerate demand for alternative systems, including digital assets and gold-backed reserves.

Implications for De-Dollarization & Global Reset

• Lower U.S. rates make dollar assets less attractive globally, pushing investors toward gold, commodities, and even BRICS-led settlement currencies.

• Trump’s pressure on the Fed underscores political risk in U.S. monetary policy — a concern for countries already seeking alternatives to dollar hegemony.

• The easing cycle may align with broader international moves toward asset-backed financial systems, giving momentum to calls for a reset in global reserve structures.

Why This Matters
The Fed’s cuts are a domestic economic response — but they ripple outward. Every shift in U.S. monetary policy recalibrates global capital flows, currency strength, and the ongoing search for alternatives to the dollar. What looks like a small cut is part of a much larger transition.

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

@ Newshounds News™ Exclusive
Source: U.S. News & World Report

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SEC Opens Floodgates for Crypto ETFs With Grayscale Approval

The SEC’s approval of Grayscale’s multi-crypto fund and new listing standards clears the way for a wave of digital asset ETFs on Wall Street.

Grayscale’s First-of-Its-Kind Fund
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved Grayscale’s Digital Large Cap Fund (GDLC) to trade as the first multi-crypto exchange-traded product (ETP). The fund offers exposure to five major cryptocurrencies: Bitcoin, Ether, XRP, Solana, and Cardano.

Grayscale CEO Peter Mintzberg hailed the approval as a landmark, thanking the SEC’s Crypto Task Force for “bringing the regulatory clarity our industry deserves.” The fund, valued at $57.7 per share with over $915 million under management, had previously traded over-the-counter before its conversion to an ETP on NYSE Arca.

Generic Standards: A Fast Track for Crypto ETFs
Alongside Grayscale’s win, the SEC approved generic listing standards for crypto ETFs — a move expected to accelerate dozens of applications. Under the new rules, exchanges such as Nasdaq, NYSE Arca, and Cboe BZX can list certain crypto ETFs without lengthy, case-by-case reviews.

SEC Chair Paul Atkins framed the decision as market modernization:
“By approving these generic listing standards, we are ensuring that our capital markets remain the best place in the world to engage in the cutting-edge innovation of digital assets.”

The streamlined process could unleash a wave of new crypto funds, with Bloomberg ETF analysts predicting more than 100 launches within the next year. Eligible assets include XRP, Solana, Dogecoin, Litecoin, and others with sufficient market and surveillance structures.

Balancing Opportunity and Risk
Not all commissioners were fully supportive. SEC Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw warned that looser standards could flood markets with products lacking rigorous vetting:
“The Commission is passing the buck on reviewing these proposals … in favor of fast tracking these new and arguably unproven products to market.”

Still, the broader response has been bullish, with analysts and fund managers viewing the shift as a watershed moment for institutional adoption of crypto assets.

Why It’s More Than Politics

This decision reflects more than regulatory housekeeping. By fast-tracking crypto ETFs, the SEC is legitimizing digital assets inside U.S. capital markets, linking America’s financial future to blockchain adoption. Politics may shape the rhetoric, but the real story is regulatory alignment with innovation to keep Wall Street globally competitive.

Proof of Global Finance Restructuring

The SEC’s shift shows how digital assets are becoming integrated into mainstream financial products. Crypto ETFs, once delayed and contested, are now moving into mass-market availability. This marks a restructuring of global finance: investment flows that once went into stocks and bonds are now being systematically rerouted into tokenized assets.

Implications for De-Dollarization & Global Reset

• The institutionalization of crypto ETFs may accelerate global diversification away from dollar-only reserves.

• With XRP, Solana, and other altcoins in approved funds, the U.S. is acknowledging assets that BRICS nations already see as alternatives to the dollar.

• Generic standards could be the infrastructure blueprint for tokenized commodities and CBDCs — tools that could reshape reserve systems in a global financial reset.

Why This Matters
The SEC’s dual approval of Grayscale’s multi-crypto fund and new listing standards may prove a watershed in U.S. financial history. The regulator is signaling openness to a crypto-integrated market structure — one that could both strengthen Wall Street’s dominance and simultaneously speed up global shifts away from a purely dollar-centered system.

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

@ Newshounds News™  Exclusive
Sources: The Block, Cointelegraph

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Ripple at the Core: DBS and Franklin Templeton Launch Tokenized Lending on XRP Ledger

The partnership places Ripple’s XRP Ledger at the center of a new tokenized ecosystem for global institutions.

Partnership for Tokenized Finance
DBS, Franklin Templeton, and Ripple have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to roll out tokenized trading and lending services for institutional investors. The system, built on the XRP Ledger, is designed to help investors navigate volatile markets by enabling seamless movement between stablecoins and yield-bearing funds.

DBS Digital Exchange (DDEx) will list sgBENJI, a tokenized version of Franklin Templeton’s U.S. Dollar Short-Term Money Market Fund, alongside Ripple USD (RLUSD), a stablecoin issued on the XRP Ledger. Together, the assets will allow institutions to trade and rebalance portfolios 24/7 while capturing yield opportunities.

From Trading to Tokenized Lending
In its next phase, DBS will allow clients to use sgBENJI as collateral to unlock credit, either through repo agreements with the bank or through third-party lending platforms — with DBS acting as collateral agent. Franklin Templeton will issue sgBENJI directly on the XRP Ledger, citing its speed and low fees as key advantages.

Ripple executive Nigel Khakoo called the partnership a breakthrough:
“Investors can move between a stablecoin and a tokenized fund within a single, trusted ecosystem, unlocking real-world capital efficiency, utility and liquidity that institutions demand.”

Institutional Adoption on the Rise
Demand for such products is growing quickly. A recent survey by Coinbase and EY-Parthenon showed 87% of institutional investors expect to allocate to digital assets by 2025. Tokenization, in particular, is gaining traction as banks and asset managers look for blockchain-native solutions that maintain regulatory clarity.

Cross-Border Ambitions
The collaboration also dovetails with broader global experiments in tokenized banking. SBI Shinsei Bank, Singapore’s Partior, and Japan’s DeCurret DCP recently announced work on multicurrency tokenized deposits for real-time, cross-border settlement. DBS’s move positions it as a bridge between regional experiments and institutional adoption.

Why It’s More Than Politics

Ripple’s XRP Ledger is now being embedded in institutional financial architecture — not as a fringe experiment, but as the infrastructure for tokenized money markets and collateral lending. This is a transformation of core capital flows, where blockchain becomes the operational standard.

Proof of Global Finance Restructuring

• Money market funds — the backbone of short-term U.S. dollar liquidity — are now tokenized on the XRP Ledger.

• DBS’s willingness to accept tokenized funds as collateral moves blockchain finance into traditional credit markets.

• Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin and sgBENJI together create a seamless pathway between stable value and yield-bearing assets — a model designed for institutional scale.

Implications for De-Dollarization & Global Reset

• Tokenized lending on XRP Ledger offers a global alternative to dollar-clearing through traditional correspondent banks.

• By placing real-world funds onchain, institutions may bypass parts of the dollar-dominated settlement system.

• Ripple’s role in powering tokenized lending infrastructure could accelerate a broader reset toward blockchain-based reserves and settlement networks.

Why This Matters
Ripple is no longer just an industry advocate or payments provider — it is now underpinning tokenized collateral and lending for some of the world’s biggest financial institutions. As DBS, Franklin Templeton, and Ripple push this forward, the transition to blockchain-based financial infrastructure is not a future possibility, but a present reality.

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

@ Newshounds News™ Exclusive
Source: Cointelegraph

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4 Ways To Avoid Bank Fees and Keep More of Your Money

4 Ways To Avoid Bank Fees and Keep More of Your Money

Laura Bogart  Wed, September 17, 2025  GOBankingRates

You work hard for your money — to quote the great Donna Summer, “so hard, honey, honey.” Your emergency and retirement funds can vouch for your saving and budgeting skills. Your financial advisor is on speed dial, and no coupon is left unused. So why does your bank statement feel like it’s working against you?

Before you spiral into spreadsheet mode to dissect every expense, Andrea Woroch — a nationally recognized consumer finance expert, writer, and regular on-air contributor — wants you to zoom in on something else: bank fees.

Woroch spoke with GOBankingRates as part of our Top 100 Money Experts series to about how surprise bank fees can chip away at the money you specifically put in the bank to keep it safe. Here are Woroch’s top strategies to sidestep those fees and keep more of your hard-earned cash. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WpEqyNeIjEw

1. Know the Most Common Fees

Whether you’re navigating a budgeting app or simply trying to stop the drip of small charges, rule number one is: Know thy enemy.

“Where you choose to bank can impact your finances as some charge high fees which can add up quickly if you aren’t paying attention,” said Woroch. “Some of the most common bank fees include checking account maintenance fees, overdraft fees and out-of-network ATM fees.”

First, Woroch advises that you find out what the minimum balance is, to avoid monthly maintenance fees. Set up an alert that will warn you when your balance drops to near that amount, then move money to the account to bring your balance back up again.

You could also shop around for a bank that offers free checking, removing the problem altogether.

Woroch also cited those irritating ATM fees.

ATM fees are easier to avoid as you can use digital wallets to make purchases these days,” she said. “If you need cash and can’t find an in-network ATM, head to a grocery or drugstore that offers cash back for no charge. You can then make a small purchase using your debit card and request money back from the cashier without paying high fees to access your cash.”

2. Say Sayonara to Overdraft Fees With Proper Planning

TO READ MORE:  https://www.yahoo.com/finance/news/4-ways-avoid-bank-fees-163350701.html

MilitiaMan and Crew: IQD News Update-No Going Back-New Tech-BIS-RLUSD-XRP-HEDERA

MilitiaMan and Crew:  IQD News Update-No Going Back-New Tech-BIS-RLUSD-XRP-HEDERA

9-17-2025

The Crew:  Samson, PompeyPeter, Petra, Daytrader, Sunkissed, GIGI and Militia Man

Follow MM on X == https://x.com/Slashn

Be sure to listen to full video for all the news……..

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v7Qm6lhT9B4

FRANK26….9-17-25….IT’S NOT A SCAM

KTFA

Wednesday Night Video

FRANK26….9-17-25….IT’S NOT A SCAM

This video is in Frank’s and his team’s opinion only

Frank’s team is Walkingstick, Eddie in Iraq and guests

Playback Number: 605-313-5163   PIN: 156996#

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

Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Wednesday Evening 9-17-25

Rehabilitation Is The Cornerstone Of Reform

Economic 09/18/2025  Yasser Al-Mutawali   Amidst the reform efforts undertaken by banks, and after overcoming the obstacles of capital and time frames that represented the primary concern, a more fundamental and profound need emerges, one that penetrates the very core of daily banking operations: human resources.

No matter how robust the reform document prepared by a global company specializing in the clarity of its objectives, and no matter how precise the laws and regulations, the ability of institutions to implement them remains dependent on the human capacity that will bear these burdens and translate them into a tangible reality

Hence, it becomes imperative to enroll banking personnel at all levels, including senior bank management, in specialized training courses. This is a strategic necessity no less important than raising capital, and indeed, it is the sole guarantee of capital sustainability and growth.

A reform document aimed at enabling Iraqi banks to keep pace with changes and operate in accordance with practices in developed countries, as I mentioned, necessarily requires a staff that understands the philosophy of these changes and masters the tools used in those countries.

A bank cannot, for example, implement the Basel standards, manage its risks in a modern manner, or keep pace with the financial technology revolution with staff that have not received adequate training in these concepts, which were not even present in the old academic curricula.

Therefore, attention must be focused on the Iraqi Private Banks Association's training center, which should spearhead this developmental endeavor. This center's role should not be limited to isolated basic courses, but rather should launch an ambitious and comprehensive program that rehabilitates the banking industry from its roots. This program should include: 

First: Specialized courses in modern banking management, focusing on governance, financial and operational risk management, compliance with international and local central bank requirements, contemporary banking marketing strategies, and customer relationship management in the digital age.

Second: Workshops on digital transformations to explain the importance of shifting from traditional banking to e-banking, how to manage the digital transformation process, and how to secure digital channels and user experience, thus bridging the digital gap between Iraqi banks and their global counterparts.

Third: Intensive programs to teach AI technologies and their banking applications.

This is the core of the challenge and the opportunity. Staff must learn how to use AI to analyze big data to assess customer creditworthiness, how it works in combating financial fraud, and how it can contribute to the development of customized financial products and process automation to reduce costs and increase efficiency. Investing time and money in building modern skills for banking sector workers is an investment to ensure the success of any reform document, now and in the future.

It is the guarantee against the double-digit losses that experts have warned against, because a qualified staff is the one who will avoid costly mistakes, face changes with confidence, and ensure that reform is real and fundamental, not merely superficial and based on paper.

The upcoming challenge is not just financial or legal, but primarily educational, technical, and human. Neglecting this aspect will render any achievement in terms of capital or laws fragile.

Therefore, the moral and professional responsibility we bear compels us all to demand that the training and qualification of human resources be the primary focus of the next phase of the reform journey, so that the project is completed and bears the desired fruits for the country's economy.

If there is one word that must be said, it is that the Association and its center have the ability to attract highly qualified training competencies with proven experience.   https://alsabaah.iq/120743-.html

Central Bank: 5.6 Million Cards For State Employees
 
September 17, 2025   Baghdad/Iraq Observer    The Central Bank of Iraq revealed on Wednesday that the  number of employee cards with domiciled salaries has   reached approximately 5.6 million cards.
 
Adnan Asaad, Director General of the  Information Technology and Payments Department   at the Central Bank of Iraq, said,
 
“The number of domiciled employee cards has  reached approximately 5.6 million cards,” indicating that “the volume of government electronic collections via points of sale so far has reached more than 6.8 trillion dinars in the  first eight months of this year,” expecting that  “it will exceed 10 trillion dinars by the end of this year, while   last year it amounted to approximately 9 trillion dinars.” 

 He explained that "the total government e-collection through various payment instruments  amounted to approximately 2.1 trillion dinars, while  last year it amounted to approximately 322 billion dinars," noting that "49 ministries and agencies have  approved the deployment of e-payment instruments  in more than 6,600 formations," according to the government-owned Al-Sabah newspaper.    https://observeriraq.net/البنك-المركزي-5-6-ملايين-بطاقة-لموظفي-ال/  

Associated Gas: A Qualitative Leap In Iraq's Economic Capabilities

Economic  09/18/2025   Baghdad: Morning  The Ministry of Oil's announcement of the production of 220 million standard cubic feet per day of associated gas from the West Qurna field is of great importance as it is part of the government's efforts to reduce waste from this important resource and provide clean energy for power plants and factories. The expansion of the West Qurna field will provide electricity production with 250 megawatts by 2027.

Furthermore, reducing and eventually halting flaring will support self-sufficiency, contribute to increasing job opportunities, developing infrastructure, and reducing the negative environmental impacts of flaring.  

In a picture confirming the government's insistence on fully exploiting energy resources, Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani sponsored, last Sunday, the signing ceremony of contracts for the implementation of several major projects within the "Integrated Gas Development Project" (GGIP) in the Artawi field in Basra Governorate, which includes the production of oil, gas and clean energy.

The Joint Operating Agreement (JOA) was signed between the Ministry of Oil, the French company Total, the Basra Oil Company and Qatar Gas Company, in the presence of the Qatari Minister of Energy Saad bin Sherida al-Kaabi, the CEO of the French company TotalEnergies Patrick Pouyanné, the Chairman of the Board of the Turkish company Enka Mehmet Tara, the Vice President of the Chinese company (CPECC) Liu Kai, and the Chief Operating Officer of the Korean company Hyundai Ryu Sunga, in the presence of the Deputy Prime Minister for Energy Affairs and the Minister of Oil.

Meanwhile, Hatem Abdul Imam, Director of the West Qurna 2 Development Authority at the Basra Oil Company, affiliated with the Ministry of Oil, said in a statement carried by the Iraqi News Agency (INA):

“The current production of associated gas from the Mushrif reservoir is approximately 220 million standard cubic feet per day, of which 180 million cubic feet are supplied to Total as part of its contractual obligations, while the remainder is used to operate the field’s internal facilities.”

This achievement is a significant economic factor, according to several experts, who commended the government's efforts to exploit natural resources. Industrial development expert Amer Al-Jawahiri emphasized this, explaining that "investment in gas has clear positive effects on the economic and investment sectors in particular, especially since the business environment in Iraq has become attractive to global investment companies."

Al-Jawahiri added, in an interview with Al-Sabah, that “reaching actual implementation of gas investment, after years of delay, is extremely important, and we will actually achieve full gas investment in Iraq within a few years. He indicated that this would have major financial benefits for the country, in addition to its positive environmental impact.”

System Stability

Al-Jawahiri pointed out that this approach will achieve stability in the electricity system by providing the necessary quantities of gas to operate the stations. It will also support the country's treasury by reducing expenditures on importing gas from outside Iraq. He noted that gas investment enhances Iraq's financial revenues, especially given the political will to maximize the benefits of all resources.

Integrated Development Project

For his part, economic expert Asaad Al-Rubaie considered investment in associated gas a project of paramount importance to the economy, given that it is a rentier economy that relies primarily on oil as a source of support for the federal budget.

He explained that it is an integrated development project that links gas investment, reducing its imports, providing electricity, supporting the industrial sector, and providing huge sums to the state's public treasury.

Associated Gas Investment

Al-Rubaie told Al-Sabah: “Investing in associated gas is almost the only project that has multiple benefits associated with it. From a financial perspective, it will save us billions of dollars that were spent on importing gas from abroad, and it will also enable us to manufacture, sell and export it abroad.

 He pointed out that this process will support revenues and provide hard currency, and this money will be directed towards development plans to support other sectors.

In addition, it will increase Iraq’s capacity to produce electricity and dispense with importing it to feed gas stations.

Providing Job Opportunities

The spokesman explained that the stability of the electrical power supply is the cornerstone of any industrial project that relies on modern mechanization, which will increase the chances of establishing various projects that will support the general budget, diversify sources of income and provide many job opportunities for young people.

He pointed out that Iraq is one of the countries that signed the Paris Climate Agreement in 2015, and this investment will reduce the quantities of gas flaring that have greatly harmed the environment.

This is in compliance with this agreement and an improvement of Iraq’s image in international forums in the environmental field, and opens the doors to investment in energy. 

Green.

Stop Gas Flaring

Al-Rubaie continued, saying that stopping the flaring of gas will pave the way for the launch of transformational and strategic industries in the future, such as petrochemical plants, fertilizers, plastics and synthetic rubber industries, adding that investing in associated gas has many other economic benefits and impacts that are attributed to the direction of the current government headed by Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, which has begun investment operations for associated gas and signed a number of agreements with various international companies to stop the waste of wealth. 

The country.  https://alsabaah.iq/120742-.html  Rehabilitation Is The Cornerstone Of Reform

Economic 09/18/2025  Yasser Al-Mutawali   Amidst the reform efforts undertaken by banks, and after overcoming the obstacles of capital and timeframes that represented the primary concern, a more fundamental and profound need emerges, one that penetrates the very core of daily banking operations: human resources.

No matter how robust the reform document prepared by a global company specializing in the clarity of its objectives, and no matter how precise the laws and regulations, the ability of institutions to implement them remains dependent on the human capacity that will bear these burdens and translate them into a tangible reality.

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

Fed Rate Cut: How It Affects Your Bank Accounts, Loans, Credit Cards, And Investments

Fed Rate Cut: How It Affects Your Bank Accounts, Loans, Credit Cards, And Investments

Hal Bundrick, CFP®  Yahoo Personal Finance   September 17, 2025

Finally. The Federal Reserve delivered a long-awaited quarter-point rate cut on Sept. 17.

Wall Street expects two more rate cuts at both of the Fed's next meetings before the end of the year.

Here's how the long-running interest rate pause has impacted deposits, credit, and debt so far. And what a rate cut could do for — or to — your money.

How a Fed rate cut affects checking and savings accounts

2025 has been a year of modest earnings on deposit accounts. A rate cut won't help.

Checking accounts

Your checking account is a money-in-motion machine. The convenience of liquidity limits your earning power.

The national average of interest paid on checking accounts has barely budged much this year and remains at 0.07%. Imagine that moving even lower. Is it possible? Yes.

Savings accounts

Interest rates on savings accounts are only marginally better and are up a fraction to 0.40%. But savings accounts are for near-term money.

High-yield savings accounts have been more effective interest payers. Rates are still barely clinging to 4%, with some financial providers slightly above or below that.

This is one category where rate shopping really pays off. Especially as interest rates move lower.

Money market accounts

If you have $10,000 or more that you want to keep on the sidelines but are ready to put in play, money market accounts have been convenient — but low-paying. National average payouts remain at 0.59%.

A better option might be a high-yield money market account, where interest rates are still near or a little better than 4%.

What a rate cut does to CDs

CD rates have crept slightly higher in the last month or so. A 12-month CD is averaging 1.70%, but you can find better deals if you're willing to take the time to hunt them down — and move your money online.

Your minimum deposit and term will affect your rate.

What a rate cut will mean for mortgages and personal loans

Home mortgages

TO READ MORE:  https://news.yahoo.com/news/finance/personal-finance/banking/article/fed-rate-cut-how-it-affects-your-bank-accounts-loans-credit-cards-and-investments-220526007.html    

Global Debt Crisis Erupts Threatening Massive US Selloff

Global Debt Crisis Erupts Threatening Massive US Selloff

Taylor Kenny:  9-16-2025

Something profound is stirring in the global financial markets, and it’s not just another economic blip. We’re witnessing a transformative shift in the global bond market – one that could fundamentally reset our monetary system and deeply impact the value of the US dollar, along with your financial future.

This isn’t just financial jargon; it’s a looming reality that affects everything from your mortgage rates to the stability of your savings.

Across the globe, from Washington D.C. to Tokyo, long-term government bond yields are climbing. This isn’t isolated to one region; it’s a synchronized movement signifying serious economic consequences beyond routine market fluctuations.

Higher yields mean higher borrowing costs for governments, businesses, and ultimately, you. Think elevated mortgage rates, pricier credit cards, and increased business credit costs, all of which can dampen economic growth and stock market valuations.

A key driver of this seismic shift stems from an unexpected corner: Japan. For decades, Japan maintained ultra-low bond yields through aggressive bond-buying and “yield curve control” policies. But that era is ending. Japan is retreating from these policies, causing its bond yields to rapidly soar to levels not seen since the 1990s.

Why does Japan matter so much? Because Japan is the largest foreign holder of US debt. As Japanese bond yields rise, the narrowing gap between their bonds and US Treasuries makes US debt less attractive for Japanese investors.

This threatens the crucial demand for US Treasuries, potentially forcing Japanese investors to pull funds from US debt holdings. The implications for the US dollar and its stability are immense.

A desperate US government might then pressure the Federal Reserve to intervene by buying government debt, a move historically associated with sparking severe inflation.

We’ve already seen a preview of this fragility. The 2024 yen carry trade unwind, where investors rapidly reversed positions in yen-funded, higher-yielding assets, caused a sharp sell-off in US assets and significant volatility in Treasury yields. It was a stark warning of the interconnectedness and vulnerability of our current system.

Despite central banks hinting at potential rate cuts due to weakening labor markets, inflation continues to accelerate. This creates a contradictory and dangerous economic environment prone to stagflation – a toxic combination of stagnant growth, high inflation, and rising unemployment, eerily reminiscent of the challenging 1970s.

The current behavior of the bond market, where yields rise despite central bank efforts to keep them down, signals a “broken illusion” and a fundamental structural reset in the global financial system. The old rules are breaking down, and a new financial era is dawning.

CHAPTERS:

 0:00 Global Bond Market Warning

1:53 Japan Dumps Treasuries

4:01 Yen Carry Trade Unwind

 6:26 Welcome Back Stagflation

8:15 Gold’s Next Big Move?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CYti_V2T4bQ

Silver Shortage Alert: Bullion Bank Crisis | Andy Schectman

Silver Shortage Alert: Bullion Bank Crisis | Andy Schectman

Liberty and Finance:  9-16-2025

Andy Schectman, CEO of Miles Franklin, joins Liberty and Finance for a critical weekly market.

 With silver up 43% this year and lease rates in London spiking to record highs, he warns that bullion banks face mounting pressure and potential delivery defaults.

Andy explains how silver’s status as a Giffen good, combined with shrinking liquidity and surging industrial demand, sets the stage for a severe shortage.

He also highlights how gold is massively outperforming equities—even during the AI stock boom—as central banks and insiders quietly accumulate.

Together, Andy and Dunagun Kaiser expose how mainstream media ignores the biggest wealth transfer of our time, leaving most investors dangerously unprepared.

INTERVIEW TIMELINE:

 0:00 Intro

2:00 Institutional buying of gold & silver

31:00 New metals warehouses

37:35 Dedollarization

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