Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Tuesday Evening 10-28-25

In Numbers: Central Bank Dollar Sales Jump 17% In 2025

Time: 10/28/2025 Reading: 75 times   {Economic: Al Furat News} Economic expert, Manar Al-Obaidi, reported on Tuesday that the Central Bank of Iraq's hard currency sales amounted to approximately $48 billion by July 2025.
Al-Abidi explained in a statement received by {Euphrates News} that “these sales represent a 17% increase compared to the same period last year.”

The economic expert expects that "the Central Bank's foreign currency sales will reach more than $83 billion, with a daily sales rate exceeding $350 million, the highest rate in all the Central Bank's years of sales."  LINK

Iraq And The United States Discuss Joint Cooperation In The Fields Of Oil, Gas, And Energy.

Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 09:08 AM | Economics Number of reads: 579   Baghdad / NINA / Deputy Prime Minister for Energy Affairs and Minister of Oil Hayan Abdul-Ghani discussed with the US Under Secretary of Energy "James P. Danly" prospects for joint cooperation between the two countries in the fields of oil, gas and energy.

A statement by the Ministry of Oil stated that Deputy Prime Minister for Energy Affairs and Minister of Oil Hayan Abdul-Ghani received the US Under Secretary of Energy James Patrick Danly and the Chargé d'Affaires of the US Embassy Joshua Harris, and during the meeting they discussed prospects for joint cooperation between the two countries in the fields of oil, gas and energy.

The meeting was attended, according to the statement, by the Undersecretary of the Ministry for Gas Affairs, Ezzat Saber Ismail, and the Director General of the Technical Department, Hassanein Abdul Latif. / End
https://ninanews.com/Website/News/Details?key=1259150

In Numbers: Revealing The Progress Achieved In The Energy And Oil Sectors

Energy  Head of the Government Communication Team, Ammar Munim, revealed on Tuesday the government's achievements in the energy and oil sectors.

In a statement, Munim said: "The government has achieved major accomplishments in the energy file since the end of 2022, as the total electricity production increased from (15,000-19,000) megawatts to (29,000) megawatts in September 2025."

Speaking about the oil file, he added, "Iraq aimed to transform into refining and refining (40%) of its oil exports by 2030, and has actually achieved (35%) of this path, and self-sufficiency in fuel types has been achieved."

He pointed out that "the percentage of gas utilization in the cessation of flaring path reached (74%) in September 2025, while the volume of incoming investments to the Iraqi economy reached (102 billion) dollars, and (277) investment licenses were granted in the governorates to Iraqi companies, exceeding (20 trillion) dinars." https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=61711

Despite The Global Decline, Basra Heavy And Medium Crude Prices Rose.

Economy | 09:12 - 10/28/2025  Mawazine News – Economy Basra Heavy crude prices rose 98 cents, or 1.51%, to $65.68, while Basra Medium crude prices rose $1.68, or 2.55%, to $67.53. https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=269249

A Slight Rise In The Dollar Exchange Rate In Iraq.

Stock Exchange  The dollar exchange rate against the Iraqi dinar rose in Baghdad and Erbil markets on Tuesday, coinciding with the stock exchange closing.

Baghdad:  Selling price: 142,000 dinars for $100   Buying price: 140,000 dinars for $100.
Erbil:         Selling price: 140,800 dinars per $100   Buying price: 140,650 dinars per $100.
https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=61699

A Slight Decrease In Gold Prices In Baghdad's Local Markets.

Economy | 01:30 - 10/28/2025  Mawazine News – Baghdad  : Foreign and Iraqi gold prices have decreased in the capital, Baghdad.  Gold prices in the wholesale markets on Al-Nahr Street in the capital, Baghdad, this morning recorded a selling price of one mithqal of 21 karat Gulf, Turkish and European gold at 776,000 dinars.

The selling price of one mithqal of 21 karat Iraqi gold was recorded at 746,000 dinars, and the purchase price reached 742,000.  As for gold prices in jewelry stores, the selling price of one mithqal of 21 karat Gulf gold ranges between 780,000 and 790,000 dinars, while the selling price of one mithqal of Iraqi gold is between 750,000 and 760,000 dinars.
https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=269274

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It’s Not the Fed Who actually Controls Interest Rates

It’s Not the Fed Who actually Controls Interest Rates

Heresy Financial:  10-27-2025

We hear a lot about “the Fed” and “interest rates” in the news. It’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking the Federal Reserve has a direct dial for everything from your mortgage to your credit card.

But as a recent video from Heresy Financial meticulously breaks down, the reality is far more nuanced. The Fed’s control over interest rates isn’t a blunt instrument; it’s a sophisticated dance involving specific tools and market reactions.

The elephant in the room for the U.S. economy is its staggering national debt – approximately $38 trillion – and a persistent deficit. This requires continuous borrowing, leading to ever-increasing interest costs. This financial reality could force the Fed into some unconventional moves.

Ultimately, understanding monetary policy’s impact is a complex puzzle. While the Fed can effectively manage short-term rates and influence government borrowing costs, this doesn’t automatically translate into lower interest rates for consumers.

This can cause consumer loan rates to rise, even if Treasury yields are falling. The video even touches on the possibility of future government interventions to cap consumer loan rates, reflecting a broader trend towards increased economic management.

The Federal Reserve’s role in setting interest rates is far from a simple on/off switch. It’s a sophisticated interplay of direct control over key short-term rates and indirect influence on broader market dynamics through its balance sheet and other tools.

As the economic landscape continues to evolve, understanding these mechanisms is crucial for navigating the financial world.

For a deeper dive into these fascinating concepts, be sure to watch the full video from Heresy Financial.

https://youtu.be/NJ1yvpHFq20

News, Rumors and Opinions Tuesday 10-28-2025

KTFA:

Clare:  IMF forecasts: Iraq will be the fourth largest Arab economy by 2030.

10/28/2025

International Monetary Fund data predicts that Iraq will rank fourth among the largest Arab economies by 2023.

Saudi Arabia will top the list of the largest Arab economies by 2030, with a projected GDP of $1.6 trillion, cementing its position as the strongest economy in the region.

The UAE came in second place with approximately $765 billion, followed by Egypt in third place with $590 billion, Iraq with $346 billion, and Algeria with $309 billion.

The next highest rankings were held by Qatar with $297 billion, Morocco with $252 billion, and Kuwait with $190 billion. Oman followed with $133 billion, while Jordan rounded out the list with $74 billion.

The data indicated that these estimates are based on GDP at current prices, with expectations of increasing economic growth in a number of Arab countries until the end of the current decade.

The World Bank had previously predicted that Iraq would record the highest growth rate among Arab economies next year, at 6.7%, followed by Djibouti at 6.1%, and then Qatar at 5.3%, despite reducing its growth estimate by 0.1 percentage points from its June forecast.

The bank raised its growth estimates for Iraq by 2.3 percentage points, followed by Palestine by 1.1 percentage points, while Oman's growth forecast was reduced by 2.9 percentage points.

The three largest Arab economies—Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Egypt—are expected to grow by 4.3%, 5%, and 4.3%, respectively, in 2026. LINK

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Clare: The Central Bank announces that electronic trading has increased to $60 billion.

10/28/2025- Baghdad

The Central Bank of Iraq expects the volume of electronic payments to reach $60 billion by 2035, as part of a reform plan to gradually phase out paper cash transactions.

"As part of its reform plan, the bank is pursuing electronic transformation and financial inclusion, given its significant role in reducing reliance on paper cash transactions, which has significantly reduced the use of cash. It has encouraged all individuals today to increase their transactions and shift to electronic payments, particularly for salaries and government departments," bank spokesman Alaa Al-Fahd said, according to the official newspaper.

He added, "The bank is implementing a banking reform plan in cooperation with Oliver Wyman, which announced in its report a significant response from banks to the reform plan's implementation, expecting electronic payments to reach $60 billion by 2035."

Al-Fahd explained that "electronic payments have significantly reduced the printing of banknotes due to electronic transactions," noting that "there is an idea to move towards digital electronic banks and the significant role they play in reducing reliance on paper money."

He continued, "The development of electronic payments over the past three years has witnessed a qualitative leap and a very high growth rate, with the number of cards issued reaching more than 22 million, in addition to the import of more than 75,000 devices." He expected that "the future will bring even greater growth in the issue of electronic payments and transactions as an alternative to paper transactions."   LINK

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Militia Man    Are they going to tell us everything?   Not a chance.  Are they going to tell you when it revalues or what the exchange rate specifically is going to be?  No.  But they definitely give you indicators.  And if you're savvy enough to be able to follow along...I think you'll get the big picture. 

Nader From The Mid East  The 50, 100 and 200's are out.  Even the one, five exist already.  The 5, 10, 25, 50, 100 and the 200s...I know what I'm talking about.  I know that...The 50, 100 and 200 are out.  The 5s and 10s and all that [lower denominations] are not out... The 25,000, 10,000, 5,000, 1,000 are still on.  Everything is still on.  That will not change till we change the rate

Frank26  [Iraq boots-on-the-ground report]  FIREFLY: Baghdad channel one TV talks about the history of our coins and the years and the amounts when they first came out.  We're all glued to the television.  Very interesting.  We don't see anything about the 50 but we are really paying attention to this about the coins.  FRANK:  After all this has been shown about the coins, what's next after the fils?  IMO, nothing but the exchange rate.  They are now down with the lower notes education IMO and the new exchange rate make all of this lower notes make sense...very very very soon.

Is Silver Poised To Make A Massive Reversion? Mike Maloney

10-28-2025

Buckle up for a deep dive into why both gold and silver are riding the wave of a global monetary shift.

In this episode of the Gold Silver Show, Mike & Alan break down:

• How physical demand (not just paper markets) is pushing precious-metals prices higher around the world.

• Why silver isn’t for the faint-hearted — it’s volatile, but offers enormous long-term potential if you hold strong.

• What central-bank gold accumulation tells us about the future of money.

• Why the gold-silver ratio matters — and how today’s extreme level might signal a dramatic upside for silver.

• The looming debt, inflation and fiat-currency risks that suggest we’re in a generational opportunity for precious-metals investors.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0xxAzduGsU

Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Tuesday Afternoon 10-28-25

Good Afternoon Dinar Recaps,

North Korea and Russia Forge Strategic Alliance: A New Axis in East Asia

Military diplomacy between Moscow and Pyongyang signals deeper realignments in global trade and security.

North Korea’s top diplomat’s visit to Moscow marks one of the most overt declarations of partnership between Pyongyang and the Kremlin since the Cold War. The talks, centered on defense, logistics, and labor cooperation, confirm a pivot toward mutual reinforcement against Western sanctions.

• Military–Industrial Linkages: Analysts note that North Korea could provide munitions and low-cost labor to sustain Russia’s prolonged conflict in Ukraine. In exchange, Pyongyang may receive technology, fuel, and hard currency — effectively creating a closed economic loop outside Western control.

• Financial Sanctions Loopholes: This alignment tests the durability of the global sanctions regime. If barter systems or digital trade intermediaries are used, it could bypass SWIFT mechanisms and accelerate the search for alternative financial corridors within the Eurasian bloc.

• Strategic Ripple Effects: Japan and South Korea may strengthen defense pacts with the U.S. and NATO. China, while cautious, benefits from seeing Western bandwidth divided between Europe and East Asia.

Implications for Global Finance:
A Russia–North Korea trade corridor could become a small but symbolically powerful node in a larger de-dollarization framework. By linking resource exchange, crypto payments, and parallel shipping networks, it foreshadows a fragmented global trade map — divided between Western-led systems and Eurasian “sovereign finance zones.”

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources:

• Associated Press: “North Korea’s top diplomat meets with Putin on a visit to Russia” — Associated Press

• Reuters: “Putin and North Korea’s foreign minister discuss strengthening ties, KCNA says” — Reuters

  
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South Korea’s High-Stakes Diplomacy at APEC: The Balancing Act Between Giants

As APEC 2025 approaches, Seoul’s role may determine the next phase of global economic integration.

South Korea faces a delicate diplomatic equation at the upcoming APEC summit in Gyeongju. Hosting both U.S. President Trump and China’s Xi Jinping, President Yoon Suk Yeol’s administration stands at the crossroads of competing visions for Asia’s economic future.

• Mediator or Battleground: Seoul’s challenge is to present itself as a mediator rather than a subordinate ally. Success could enhance its leverage over semiconductor trade, digital currencies, and shipping corridors — making it a neutral hub between Western markets and the Asian mainland.

• Supply Chain Strategy: By coordinating semiconductor alliances (notably “Chip 4” with the U.S., Taiwan, and Japan) while maintaining export ties with China, Korea may set a precedent for multi-polar trade diplomacy.

• Digital Currency Diplomacy: Korea’s participation in cross-border CBDC pilots — including BIS and BRICS-linked projects — positions it as a test site for new payment interoperability that could redefine trade settlements in Asia.

Implications for Global Markets:
APEC 2025 could quietly shape the rules of digital trade, AI governance, and blockchain interoperability, effectively rewriting how capital and goods move across Asia. Should Korea succeed, it becomes a model for middle powers balancing great-power rivalries with market-driven neutrality.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources: 

• Associated Press: “South Korea’s president faces high-stakes diplomacy at APEC summit” — Associated Press

• Korea on Point: “APEC 2025: A Stage for Middle-Power Diplomacy Amid US-China Rivalry” — Korea on Point

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Californians Keep Finding Leftover Loot From The Gold Rush

Californians Keep Finding Leftover Loot From The Gold Rush — 1 man even bought a home with his spoils. How to cash in

Jing Pan  Sat, October 25, 2025

It’s been more than 170 years since California’s Gold Rush — but locals are once again finding gold dust, flakes and even nuggets glittering in the state’s rivers.

“Gold’s all around,” said Manny Goza, a prospector sifting through the Bear River, in an interview with FOX40 News. (1) The low water levels during the fall make it easier to reach stretches of the river that are usually inaccessible.

For Goza, a builder by trade, panning for gold has paid off.

“I did it every day. I've been here since 2005, bought a house in 2010 because I could pay my bills off the gold,” he said. “When I’m not contracting, I’m here digging gold.”

With gold prices up more than 50% over the past 12 months, the precious metal is drawing renewed attention from locals looking for opportunity in their own backyard.

Goza said an “amateur” prospector can expect to make around $50 a day, while a more serious one might bring in “anywhere from $100 to $15,000.”

Just like the original gold rush nearly two centuries ago, striking it big often comes down to luck. One prospector recalled a moment when a golden nugget “just rolled out — it was completely round like a baseball and it was half gold.”

Still, the work can be grueling. As another prospector put it, gold “doesn’t jump into the pan.”

And payday is never a sure thing.

“It’s emotional, some days you find $15,000, some days you don’t find anything,” Goza said.

TO READ MORE:  https://finance.yahoo.com/news/californians-keep-finding-leftover-loot-123300020.html

Harry Dent: Prepare for the Biggest Crash of ALL TIME

Harry Dent: Prepare for the Biggest Crash of ALL TIME

VRIC Media:  10-27-2025

Economist and bestselling author Harry Dent joins Darrell Thomas to break down why he believes we’re living through the first 100% artificial asset bubble in history and why the next crash could be far deeper than investors expect.

Dent explains his demographic models, the dangers of prolonged stimulus, why even gold won’t escape the downturn, and how everyday investors can protect their wealth and be positioned to capitalize when markets reset around 2028.

00:00 – Intro

01:14 – Demographics & The Artificial Post-2008 Expansion

 06:05 – Why Recessions Are Healthy (and Skipping Them Isn’t)

 08:44 – Why Diversification Won’t Save You This Time

10:39 – When Does the Crash Arrive?

11:27 – Detoxing the Economy: How Long Will It Take?

14:31 – India Will Lead the Next Global Boom

18:04 – Strategy: Cash, Treasuries & Why Shorts Work First

19:20 – Main Street vs Wall Street: Who Gets Hurt Most?

22:51 – Can the Fed Print Its Way Out Again?

 28:18 – Inflation: Was That It? What Comes Next?

 32:00 – Gold vs Stocks: What Holds Up Better?

 37:28 – Will Mining Benefit from Resource Nationalism?

39:28 – Oil Outlook Through a Recessionary Lens

41:12 – The Great Reset = A Massive Opportunity

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4SJ16xixOuY

Tuesday Coffee with MarkZ. 10/28/2025

Tuesday Coffee with MarkZ. 10/28/2025

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: Happy Terrific Tuesday……Good Morning to everyone

Member: Let’s go RVing…

Member: This week in history -Stock market crashed

Member: Hoping Mark has heard something great today.

MZ: On the bond side my last check-in was late in their day yesterday…before their banks closed. Their accounts were still showing “pending”. They told me that their attorney had told them not to be worried…..and with transfers of that amount- it is not unusual for them to make sure everything is ok at all levels-before releasing…..  

MZ: That was my last update…and then they disappeared. I do not have an answer yet.  

Member: Maybe “no answer” means they got paid.

MZ: I’m hoping it means they are busy….

Member: IMO-bonds got paid cause they are busily quiet

Member: In reference to your bond contact. Whenever I have a significant amount of money being moved into my account -I have “pending” for at least 3 days.

MZ: And imagine a deposit for billions…….I am not to worried because transfers under our existing system do take longer. But I am impatient right now.

Member: Is there a checklist of things you were told to expect before the RV occurs?

MZ: I do not have a written checklist….and many things we were told needed to be done have already been completed.

Member: Per Frank26 hearing from Parliament contact they are scheduled to vote on HCL next week and they have the rate. Which I think next week means this week.

MZ: I think there is a good chance. Especially with all the chatter and Barzani saying “looks like they have to pay HCL within days of the election” to me they are trying to throw off timing and mean to do it before.

Member: So tired of all the HCL bs….. HCL is like a carrot on a stick for the last few years.

Member: Enough talk….we need some action on the HCL

MZ: There is a massive push to get the HCL done right now. And we are hearing they could actually vote on the HCL this week.

Member: Iraq just signed the floating gas platform and has entered the global natural gas market

MZ: “ Iraqi banks need comprehensive reforms to free themselves from the restrictions of working with dollars” They have already made many reforms and are tweeking the last few to get all banks free from restrictions.

MZ: Their stated goal is to return the dinar to its former glory…..

MZ: “Central Bank: Electronic trading rises to $60 Billion” They want us to know they are embracing these reforms and updating their banking system

Member: I find it curious Trump is in Asia where the elders may possibly be (cough cough) this week

MZ: And Trump is meeting Xi Jing Ping on Thursday.

Member: Trump/Xi meeting and October 30 seems to be big for the reset.

Member: The 3 largest credit unions in Mo are merging together. The new system is going in on the 31st. New system new sign on’s and new apps. Something is going on.

Member: My Credit Union said Bigger Banks will do the Currency Exchanges not them

Member: Navy Federal Credit Union has changed over to new system as their new mobile app doesn't work on my old phone.

MZ: Bank story….I am editing to not give away any names. “ A friend in Florida went to a Chase bank. They asked if there was any updates on the dinar and dong. The teller said “That is a scam” and my friend replied…”Oh really, guess I will call my attorney. Because I bought my currency here.” Within minutes the manager and his 2 bosses came out and ushered my friend into an office. My friend explained the situation and they all rushed to assure her that is was not a scam.”

MZ: Bank story cont: “This same friend also visited a wealth manager at a Wells Fargo Branch . She was visiting several banks to find a financial planner she was comfortable with. She had a good conversation with a financial planner at WF regarding currency and exchanging. The gal went as far as identifying which branch location will be handling the exchange for their bank in that city. She also indicated to my friend that we are very close. “

MZ: I think the Fed meeting tomorrow with an interest rate decision is going to be interesting. I think we will see a cut in interest rates. This should help the housing market.

MZ: After that decision we have Powell’s press conference.

Member: All good things come to those who have patience, but sometimes it is the most difficult to wait...

Member: I believe this Weekend Is In Play . . .

Member: My bags are packed….We are sitting on the tarmac…. Someone hit the ignite button!

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“Tidbits From TNT” Tuesday 10-28-2025

TNT:

Tishwash:  A US delegation hosted by the Minister of Oil to discuss energy cooperation.

Today, Monday, Oil Minister Hayan Abdul-Ghani discussed with US Under Secretary of Energy James Danley and Chargé d'Affaires Joshua Harris joint cooperation between the two countries in the oil, gas, and energy sectors.

Today, Monday, Deputy Prime Minister for Energy Affairs and Minister of Oil, Eng. Hayan Abdul-Ghani Al-Sawad, received the US Under Secretary of Energy, Mr. James P. Danly, and the Chargé d'Affaires of the US Embassy, ​​Mr. Josh Harris.

During the meeting, prospects for joint cooperation between the two countries in the fields of oil, gas, and energy were discussed.

The meeting was attended by the Undersecretary of the Ministry for Gas Affairs, Mr. Ezzat Saber Ismail, and the Director General of the Technical Department, Mr. Hassanein Abdel Latif.  link

Tishwash:  Al-Karawi: WTO membership will grant Iraq broad economic and trade privileges.

The Director General of the General Company for Grain Trade at the Ministry of Trade, Haider Nouri Al-Karawi, confirmed on Sunday that Iraq has completed the vast majority of its World Trade Organization accession files and is close to completing the remaining files after nearly twenty years of efforts.

 He pointed out that membership will grant the country extensive economic and trade privileges, contribute to reducing customs duties, and attract international companies to invest in the Iraqi market.

 Al-Karawi told Al-Iraqiya News, as reported by the Iraqi News Agency (INA), that “the process of joining the World Trade Organization requires a long period of time, and Iraq began working on this file in 2003 under the direct supervision of the Department of Foreign Economic Relations and the Minister of Trade.”

He added, "Iraq has completed the vast majority of the required files and is currently completing the final stages in preparation for formal membership in the organization," noting that "some countries have taken more than twenty years to complete this process, so the period of time required by Iraq is no exception."

Al-Karawi explained that "Iraq's accession to the organization will grant it significant economic and trade privileges, most notably the protection of the rights of domestic and imported products, and the provision of joint mechanisms to facilitate trade, tax, and customs exchange with member states, which will positively impact the reduction of customs duties and the facilitation of import and export operations."

He pointed out that "membership will help attract international companies by ensuring the protection of their products from counterfeiting and encouraging them to invest in the Iraqi market. It will also have a positive impact on lowering prices for consumers by strengthening legitimate competition and regulating markets."

Al-Karawi explained that "Iraq is committed to implementing more than fifteen technical and legislative files as part of the accession requirements, including the file on product protection and global trademarks, which ensures that no party will imitate or market products similar to those of international companies."

He added, "Completing these commitments gives foreign companies confidence in entering the Iraqi market  link

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Tishwash:  The oil and gas law returns to the forefront, and Parliament faces a test of political will.

As the fifth legislative session draws to a close and the country enters the electoral phase, the federal oil and gas law returns to the forefront of the political scene in Iraq as one of the most sensitive pieces of legislation postponed since 2007, amid warnings that its continued obstruction will deepen the economic crisis and keep the country hostage to political disputes.

 The oil and gas law is one of the most contentious issues between the federal government, the Kurdistan Regional Government, and the oil-producing provinces, as it stands at a crucial crossroads that determines the future of oil wealth management, which constitutes more than 90 percent of state revenues.

Amid repeated calls from the presidency and parliament to pass it before the end of the current session, fears are growing that its continued obstruction will disrupt the investment environment and weaken the unity of oil decision-making.

Energy expert Mohammed Hawrami believes that the continued absence of the law represents an economic and legislative failure that has had direct repercussions on oil wealth management and the general budget, as well as declining attractiveness for foreign investment in the energy sector.

Hawrami explained that postponing the approval of the law during this session means postponing the decision to a new session, along with the accompanying new tensions over powers and revenue sharing, making any further disruption costly to the national economy.

He added that the absence of a legal framework has created a state of administrative and financial chaos between the central government, the region, and the producing provinces, and has deprived Iraq of the ability to formulate a unified production and investment policy. This has negatively impacted the confidence of foreign companies awaiting stable legislation that guarantees the sustainability of their operations.

He pointed out that Iraq needs annual investments exceeding $15 billion to develop the oil and energy sector and improve refining and export capacities. However, the absence of legal regulation of contracts and financial distribution makes the investment environment risky and limits the entry of major companies into the market.

Emphasized that the current parliament's window of opportunity is almost running out, requiring urgent action to adopt the law before the end of the session, as continued disruption means postponing any real economic transformation towards diversification and sustainable development.

For his part, Bassem Nughmish, a member of the Parliamentary Oil and Gas Committee, emphasized that the continued suspension of the law keeps the Iraqi economy mired in a cycle of rents and limits its ability to achieve balanced development

Naghamish explained that the absence of the law means the absence of a regulatory framework for managing national wealth, which confuses financial planning, leads to disparities in the distribution of revenues between the center and producing provinces, and limits the state's ability

to implement a stable fiscal policy.

He pointed out that political disputes over powers and revenue-sharing mechanisms hinder the implementation of vital projects in the oil and energy sector and create an unstable environment for foreign investors seeking clear and stable legislation.

Naghamish added that delaying the enactment of the law deprives Iraq of billions of dollars in investment opportunities annually and weakens the state's ability to transfer oil revenues into productive and development projects in the provinces. He stressed the need for the law to include clear mechanisms for financial governance, management of joint fields, and the establishment of a national fund for the  development of producing provinces.

Naghamish concluded by saying that the next phase requires a comprehensive political and economic settlement that removes the oil issue from tensions and ensures a unified law that balances the powers of the central government and the rights of the regions, transforming oil wealth from a source of contention into a lever for development and stability.  link

Mot: Things That Suddenly Make Cents!!! 

Mot: Seeeeee - They Even Season!!!! 

Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Tuesday Morning 10-28-25

Good Morning Dinar Recaps,

Dollar Softens Ahead of Global Central Bank Decisions

Markets brace for dovish signals as investors rotate toward risk assets.

The U.S. dollar weakened today as traders positioned ahead of a wave of major central bank meetings and a potential Trump–Xi summit that could reshape trade and monetary expectations. The U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) slipped modestly, reflecting a softening stance across markets anticipating looser policy conditions.

The move underscores a cautious but notable rotation into risk assets, with equities and commodities both strengthening as the dollar retreats. This trend comes amid growing consensus that global policymakers may adopt synchronized easing measures before year-end.

Central Banks in Focus

Investors are now watching closely for guidance from the Federal Reserve, European Central Bank, and Bank of Japan, each facing the same challenge: how to sustain slowing economies without reigniting inflation.

• The Fed is expected to lean dovish, with futures pricing in nearly a 70% probability of another rate cut by December.

• The ECB may emphasize continued liquidity support, while Japan could signal readiness to adjust yield-curve control settings.

The dollar’s decline reflects not just policy expectations, but also a broader shift in global capital flow — one favoring risk assets, emerging markets, and commodities.

Market Implications

• Gold and oil prices typically strengthen when the dollar weakens, as investors hedge against currency dilution.

• Emerging-market currencies are likely to benefit, drawing short-term inflows as yield differentials narrow.

• Equities could see additional upside if dovish signals are confirmed — though the risk of overshoot grows with each rally.

For now, the market appears confident that monetary policy will remain accommodative. Yet the dollar’s softness also signals something deeper — a recognition that global growth is uneven and liquidity remains the main stabilizing force.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
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Sources:

• Reuters — Dollar soft as traders brace for Trump–Xi, central bank meetings

• FXStreet — EUR/USD picks up on risk appetite with central bank decisions looming

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Volatility Beneath the Calm Surface

Record equity highs hide $100 billion daily swings as liquidity thins.

While U.S. equities continue to print new records, analysts warn that the calm appearance of the market may be deceptive. Beneath the surface, extreme volatility in major technology stocks and subtle liquidity cracks are emerging — conditions reminiscent of late-cycle instability.

According to The Financial Times, several mega-cap stocks have experienced single-day market-cap swings exceeding $100 billion — despite the major indices showing minimal net movement. The pattern suggests concentrated risk and heightened sensitivity to small shifts in sentiment or liquidity.

Hidden Fragility in a Bullish Market

Market indices mask the degree of turbulence occurring beneath them.

• Tech giants dominate capitalization weightings, magnifying their impact on perceived stability.

• Volatility metrics such as the VIX remain subdued, indicating complacency even as intraday price ranges expand.

• Liquidity depth is thinner than in prior cycles, making sharp revaluations more likely when institutional flows reverse.

This divergence between visible calm and underlying instability is becoming a defining feature of the current bull market. Analysts describe it as “calm on the surface, chaotic underneath.”

What It Means for Investors

• Portfolio diversification becomes essential when volatility hides beneath headline strength.

• Options and volatility instruments may be underpriced relative to actual market risk.

• Institutional hedging is quietly increasing, even as public sentiment remains bullish.

Such conditions often precede regime shifts — either toward sharper corrections or renewed monetary stimulus to maintain balance. The outcome will depend on central bank signaling and the sustainability of liquidity-driven rallies.

Broader Takeaway

Today’s markets operate on confidence and credit — not fundamentals alone. The surface calm of record highs belies the real state of global finance: one where volatility and liquidity risk have become the invisible twin pillars supporting valuations.

If left unchecked, even a minor policy misstep could expose just how thin that support has become.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
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Sources:

• Financial Times — $100bn stock swings expose fragility beneath Wall Street rally

• MarketWatch — Stock-market bulls set up markets for a big move

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Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Tuesday Morning 10-28-25

Learn About Iraq's Ranking Among The Richest Countries In The Arab World And Globally

2025-10-26  Iraq ranked eighth in the Arab world and 116th globally among the richest countries in 2026, according to forecasts by the American magazine CEOWorld.

The magazine said in a report that the International Monetary Fund believes that prosperity today depends on structure, not size. Countries that prioritize policy consistency, intellectual capital, and long-term investment will continue to dominate the wealth landscape, and per capita GDP is often considered the best measure of average living standards.

She added that Iraq is expected to rank eighth among the Arab countries and 116th out of 197 richest countries in 2026 in terms of per capita GDP, with a GDP of 5,873.

According to the magazine, Qatar is expected to rank first with a per capita GDP of $76,534, followed by the UAE in second place with $53,842, Saudi Arabia in third place with $35,839, Kuwait in fourth place with $31,242, and Bahrain in fifth place with $29,778.

He added that Libya came in sixth place with $6,972, followed by Algeria in seventh place with $5,956, Iraq in eighth place, Lebanon in ninth place with $5,285, and Morocco in tenth place with $5,154.

Globally, Monaco tops the global wealth pyramid, with a projected per capita GDP of $256,667 in 2026. Liechtenstein is second with $201,162, Luxembourg with $154,115, Ireland with $135,247, and Switzerland with $118,173.  LINK

Al-Sudani: Our Plan Will Save Nearly $10 Billion By Halting The Import Of Gasoline And Petroleum Products

2025-10-26 by sotaliraq  Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani announced that his government has developed a plan to free up nearly $10 billion for the state treasury by halting the import of gasoline and petroleum products after achieving self-sufficiency in their production within Iraq.

This came in a speech he delivered during the inauguration of the strategic FCC/Factor Catalyst Cracking Unit project at the Shuaiba refinery in Basra Governorate, with a capacity of 107,000 barrels per day.

In his speech, Al-Sudani said that the project, upon its entry into service, represents a pivotal event in the history of the Iraqi oil industry, and everyone has every right to be proud of its accomplishment.

He added that the government's program has allocated significant space to expanding Iraq's capacity to refine crude oil and produce and export petroleum derivatives.

Al-Sudani also affirmed that "we have set a stated goal of converting 40% of the oil quantities exported by Iraq into high-value products by 2030. We have achieved 35% of the goal."

He continued, saying, "Our plan will save $4 billion, which was allocated for gas imports, and 6 trillion dinars, which was spent on importing petroleum derivatives." He pointed out that for two decades, successive governments have failed to pay attention to or plan scientifically and responsibly to advance the petroleum refining sector.

Al-Sudani noted that the project is the result of Iraqi cooperation with Hyundai and the Japanese International Cooperation Agency (JICA), and that the 300,000 barrel-per-day Al-Faw investment refinery will be operational very soon.

The Prime Minister pointed out that this project was implemented according to the latest environmentally friendly technology and Euro 5 specifications.  LINK

The Oil Ministry Announces The Final Statistics On Oil Exports And Revenues For Last September.

Sunday, October 26, 2025, 10:47 AM | Economics Number of reads: 380  Baghdad / NINA / The Ministry of Oil announced the final statistics of oil exports and revenues achieved for last September.

The ministry said in a statement: "According to the final statistics issued by the State Oil Marketing Organization (SOMO), the quantity of crude oil exports, including condensates, amounted to (102) million, (150) thousand, and (362) barrels (one hundred and two million, one hundred and fifty thousand, three hundred and sixty-two barrels),

 ( 102,150,362, ) with revenues amounting to more than (6) billion, (962) million, and (124) thousand dollars (six billion, nine hundred and sixty-two million, one hundred and twenty-four thousand dollars). ( 6,962,124,000 )

The statistics indicated that the total quantities of crude oil exported for last September from the oil fields in central and southern Iraq amounted to (102) million, (150) thousand, and (362) barrels. /End `
https://ninanews.com/Website/News/Details?key=1258802

Iraq Bans Imports Of 40 Agricultural Products To Achieve Self-Sufficiency.
 
October 26, 2025   Baghdad/Iraq Observer  The Ministry of Agriculture announced on Sunday a  ban on the import of more than 40 agricultural products to achieve self-sufficiency.   The ministry confirmed that it is monitoring agricultural commodity prices daily and will import them immediately if they rise.  
 
It also indicated that dates will be exported to Asian and European countries.
 
The Ministry's Undersecretary, Mahdi Sahar Al-Jubouri, said,  "The Ministry of Agriculture, through the Veterinary Department,  is monitoring the outbreak of avian influenza or any infections affecting animals, especially poultry, through the World Organization for Animal Health's website."

He noted that  "the World Organization for Animal Health is constantly updating lists of countries where avian influenza cases have been detected, or where the ban has been lifted," according to the official agency.

 He explained that  "the Ministry, in cooperation with security and official authorities,  prohibits the import of   meat and   all poultry products from any country where this infection has been detected.
 
When the World Organization for Animal Health confirms that a country is free of the disease, the ban will be lifted, to protect human health and livestock."  

He pointed out that  "there are precautionary measures in Iraq of a preventative nature, as the  Veterinary Department and veterinary hospitals and clinics spread throughout the governorates are monitoring cases to limit the spread of any bird flu infection, and implementing the department's instructions in areas where epidemics may appear, to limit their spread to nearby areas."
 
Regarding the Ministry of Agriculture’s measures to support the agricultural sector, the spokesman confirmed that 
“the Ministry is continuing to prevent the import of more than (40) agricultural products currently, with the aim of achieving self-sufficiency in Iraq, including   tomato and   potato crops and   others.” 

 He explained that  “Iraq is working to export dates to countries such as India, China, Turkey, Jordan, and the Gulf states,  while packaged and packed dates are exported directly   from Iraq to European Union countries,     to gain a share of global markets.

” He added that “most countries in the world rely on marketing dates packaged using modern methods, instead of exporting raw dates, which are cheaper than packaged dates.”
 
In a separate context, the spokesman confirmed that  "the ministry is continuously monitoring the prices of agricultural commodities  in local markets, in cooperation with security agencies, to limit price increases."

He continued:  "If the prices of any commodity or agricultural product rise,  the door is opened to importing those products.
 
This achieves the primary goal of supporting agricultural producers on the one hand,  and stabilizing prices in local markets on the other,  ensuring they reach consumers at reasonable prices."      
https://observeriraq.net/العراق-يمنع-استيراد-40-منتجاً-زراعياً-لت/   

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