Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Wednesday Morning 1-21-26

Finance Minister: We Seek To Reduce The Oil Dominance Over The General Budget

Money and Business   Economy News – Baghdad   Finance Minister Taif Sami confirmed on Wednesday the effort to reduce the oil sector's dominance over the general budget.

The ministry stated in a statement received by “Al-Eqtisad News” that “Minister of Finance Taif Sami Mohammed received today a high-level delegation from the World Bank for the Middle East and North Africa region, where the two sides reviewed prospects for joint international cooperation to support the reform program currently being pursued by the Iraqi government and to expand the map of major development projects in the country.”

During the meeting, the Minister of Finance affirmed that "the Ministry is committed to creating an attractive environment for foreign and local investments by simplifying financial and banking procedures and providing all necessary facilities to stimulate the movement of money and business, thereby ensuring sustainable development that positively impacts the level of services provided to citizens," stressing that partnership with international institutions represents a fundamental pillar in the strategy to advance the national economic reality.

According to the statement, "The meeting witnessed a discussion of the executive steps to activate the role of the private sector as a pivotal partner in the economic development process by providing technical and financial support for vital projects that contribute to creating job opportunities and modernizing infrastructure."

Sami explained that "empowering the private sector and giving it a leading role in the economic cycle is a strategic goal that we seek to achieve in cooperation with the World Bank to ensure the resilience of the Iraqi economy and its ability to face global challenges," noting that the ministry attaches paramount importance to stimulating the productive and industrial sectors to reduce total dependence on imports and localize international expertise in Iraqi institutions.

The discussions also focused on mechanisms to maximize non-oil revenues through the automation of tax and customs systems and the strengthening of public treasury resources to ensure long-term financial stability. Sami indicated that "the Iraqi government is determined to carry out deep structural reforms aimed at diversifying sources of national income and reducing the dominance of oil over the general budget by activating electronic collection and controlling border crossings."   https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=64813

SOMO: A Plan To Maximize The Value Of Iraqi Oil By Diversifying Markets

nergy   Economy News – Baghdad   The State Oil Marketing Company (SOMO) announced on Wednesday a plan to maximize the value of Iraqi oil by diversifying markets, while indicating that it has adopted a flexible and well-thought-out system for export movement in line with the global market.

The company’s general manager, Ali Nizar Al-Shatri, told the Iraqi News Agency, as reported by “Al-Eqtisad News”: “The Oil Marketing Company relies on an integrated system of accurate data that includes export levels, shipping flows, and supply and demand trends in the main markets, which allows for flexible and well-thought-out planning of export movements in line with global market conditions in coordination with the Organization of (OPEC).”

He added that "the company coordinates through regular official and technical channels with member countries, including data exchange, participation in technical meetings and specialized committees, and continuous communication about market developments and emerging challenges," stressing that "coordination ensures a collective commitment to agreed policies and enhances trust among producing countries, which positively impacts the balance of supply and demand and the stability of the global oil market."

He explained that "the role of the oil marketing company is not limited to the commercial aspect only, but extends to contributing to achieving market stability and protecting Iraq's interests within an international system that relies on cooperation and coordination to achieve common goals that serve both producers and consumers."

He added that “the Oil Marketing Company prepares daily, weekly and monthly reports that monitor the market situation in terms of supply and demand and geopolitical developments, and in light of these studies, decisions are made that contribute to the success of the marketing process, taking into account the organization’s goals of achieving stability in the global market,” noting that “the Oil Marketing Company faces a fundamental challenge, which is to achieve a delicate balance between the requirements of the national economy in terms of oil revenues, and the collective responsibility of Iraq as an active member of the (OPEC+) alliance to maintain the stability of the global market.”

He explained that "the Iraqi economy relies heavily on oil revenues to finance the general budget, support basic services, and implement development projects, which imposes continuous pressure to maximize returns," adding that "any ill-considered increase in oil supply could lead to downward pressure on prices, which would negatively affect total revenues even if exported quantities increased."

He added that "the company faces challenges related to fluctuations in global demand, geopolitical conditions, and changes in energy policies of consuming countries, in addition to the need to maintain Iraq's reliability as a committed partner within the alliance," noting that "commitment to quotas and voluntary reductions is not seen as a burden, but rather as a strategic tool and investment to ensure market stability in the medium and long term, achieving more sustainable returns compared to short-term gains, thus serving the interests of Iraq and producing and consuming countries alike."

Al-Shukri stressed that “the Oil Marketing Company is working in coordination with the Ministry of Oil and the relevant authorities to maximize the value of Iraqi oil by diversifying markets, improving marketing conditions, and raising the efficiency of operations, in order to ensure the best possible revenue within the agreed ceilings, and in a way that serves the interest of Iraq and the stability of the global oil market at the same time. https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=64818

Iraq's Imports Exceeded $17 Billion In The Third Quarter Of 2025

Money and Business   Economy News – Baghdad   Iraq's imports of goods in the third quarter of 2025 amounted to more than $17 billion, according to Trading Economics.

The website said in a statistic seen by “Al-Eqtisad News” that Iraq’s imports in the third quarter of last year amounted to $17.929 billion, up from $17.534 billion in the second quarter of the same year.

He added that Iraq’s average imports between 1988 and 2025 amounted to $13.478 billion, recording its highest level ever at $50.155 billion in the last quarter of 2012, and its lowest level at $2.681 billion in the last quarter of 1994.

The statistics indicated that Iraq’s most important imports are: machinery and transport equipment, which constitute 38% of total imports; manufactured products, which constitute 27%; mineral fuels, which constitute 10%; and chemicals and related products, which constitute 7%.

The main import partners are: Syria (18% of total imports), China (14%), and the United States (6%). Other partners include South Korea, Jordan, Germany, and India, according to the website.   https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=64816

Gold Prices Jump To Over One Million Dinars In Iraq

Stock Exchange   Economy News – Baghdad   Gold prices, both foreign and Iraqi, rose on Wednesday, with 21-karat gold recording more than one million dinars for the first time in the local markets of the capital, Baghdad.

Gold prices in the wholesale markets of Al-Nahr Street in Baghdad this morning recorded a selling price of 1.020 million dinars per mithqal of 21-karat gold from the Gulf, Turkey and Europe, and a buying price of 1.016 million dinars, while yesterday, Tuesday, they recorded 982 thousand dinars.

The selling price of one mithqal of 21-karat Iraqi gold reached 990,000 dinars, and the buying price was 986,000 dinars.

Regarding gold prices in jewelry stores, the selling price of a mithqal of 21-karat Gulf gold ranges between 1.025 million dinars and 1.030 million dinars, while the selling price of a mithqal of Iraqi gold ranges between 995 thousand and 1.000 million dinars.   https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=64814

The Dollar Is Rising In Baghdad Today.

Economy News – Baghdad  The exchange rate of the US dollar rose this morning, Wednesday, in the markets of the capital, Baghdad.

The dollar exchange rate rose in the Al-Kifah and Al-Harithiya exchanges in Baghdad, recording 148,000 Iraqi dinars for every 100 dollars, after it had recorded 147,650 dinars for 100 dollars on Tuesday.

Selling prices in exchange shops in the local markets of Baghdad have increased, with the selling price  reaching 148,500 dinars for 100 dollars, while the buying price reached 147,500 dinars for 100 dollars.    https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=64810

Gold Prices Surge In Baghdad And Erbil

2026-01-21 Shafaq News- Baghdad/ Erbil   Gold prices in Baghdad's Al-Nahr Street surged nearly 4% on Wednesday, with 21-carat gold —including Gulf, Turkish, and European varieties— hitting 1.020 million IQD per gram, while the buying price stood at 1.016 million IQD.

In jewelry stores, the selling price per mithqal of 21-carat Gulf gold ranged between 1.025 million IQD and 1.030 million IQD, while Iraqi gold sold for between 995,000 and 1 million IQD.

In Erbil, 22-carat gold was sold at 1.070 million IQD per mithqal, 21-carat gold at 1.025 million IQD, and 18-carat gold at 878,000 IQD.   https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Gold-prices-surge-in-Baghdad-and-Erbil-1     

Iraq Achieves Total Control Over Syrian Frontier

2026-01-19 Shafaq News– Baghdad   Iraq has fully secured its border with Syria, the country’s Armed Forces said on Monday, framing the move as a measure to protect national security and prevent illegal groups from exploiting border vulnerabilities.

Speaking to Shafaq News, Sabah Al-Numan, spokesperson for the Iraqi Armed Forces, indicated that the concrete wall along the 600-kilometer Iraq-Syria frontier is now about 80% complete. The border has also been reinforced with additional personnel, advanced technical and logistical equipment, and fixed defense lines maintained by both the Iraqi Army and Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF).

''Iraq’s borders with all neighboring states are experiencing the same high level of stability,'' he noted.

Earlier today, PMF confirmed the deployment of its 25th Brigade along the border as part of a broader security plan, intended to support Iraqi forces and strengthen intelligence and field operations.

Muqtada Al-Sadr, leader of Iraq’s Patriotic Shiite Movement (PSM), had previously cautioned against handling the situation in Syria “naively,” urging authorities to secure the borders and reinforce deployments promptly.

The warning comes amid rising tensions in northeastern Syria, where clashes between the Syrian army and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) left dozens dead or injured and forced thousands of Kurdish families to flee. Meanwhile, Syria’s transitional President Ahmad Al-Sharaa signed a new agreement with the SDF, ending the clashes and paving the way for the group’s integration into state institutions. https://www.shafaq.com/en/Security/Iraq-achieves-total-control-over-Syrian-frontier  

“Tidbits From TNT” Wednesday Morning 1-21-2026

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Tishwash:  Iraq attracts investments exceeding $100 billion in 3 years

The National Investment Commission announced on Tuesday that it had achieved investment accomplishments exceeding $100 billion in Iraq during the past three years, noting that it had dealt with more than 850 investment requests for various projects during the past year .

The spokesperson for the authority, Hanan Jassim, said in a statement to the official agency, which was followed by the “Al-Sa’a” network, that “the volume of investments achieved during the past three years amounted to more than 102 billion US dollars, in an indication of rising investor confidence, which paves the way for achieving higher figures during 2026. ”

She noted that “during 2025, the Authority dealt with more than 850 investment applications for various projects in the energy, housing, health, education, transportation, and services sectors, which were audited and studied in accordance with the provisions of the applicable investment law and in coordination with the relevant sectoral authorities to obtain the necessary approvals .”

She explained that "the Authority issued and amended about 40 investment licenses for strategic projects that included power generation stations, smart electricity billing projects in Baghdad and a number of governorates, residential complexes, commercial centers, airports, and service projects, in addition to participating in about 30 joint technical and legal committees to address obstacles and expedite the completion of transactions link

Tishwashs: Iraq discusses with the World Bank ways to enhance transparency and combat corruption

The head of the Integrity Commission, Mohammed Al-Lami, discussed with a delegation from the World Bank mission in Iraq on Tuesday ways to enhance transparency standards in contracts and projects funded by the World Bank, stressing Iraq’s openness and its joining all international and regional initiatives aimed at confronting and reducing corruption.

The delegation expressed the mission’s desire to conclude a memorandum of understanding with the commission in a way that contributes to strengthening the integrity system and good governance.

The Integrity Commission stated in a statement received by Network 964 that “the head of the Federal Integrity Commission, Dr. (Mohammed Ali Al-Lami), met with a delegation from the World Bank mission in Iraq to discuss ways to enhance joint cooperation in the areas of integrity, transparency and combating corruption, especially in contracts and national projects funded by the Bank.”

The statement added that “Dr. Al-Lami affirmed, during his meeting with Mr. Alan Bacaris, Director of the Integrity Unit at the World Bank, and Mr. Emmanuel Salinas, Special Representative of the World Bank Mission in Iraq and their accompanying delegation, that Iraq welcomes all international and regional initiatives aimed at confronting corruption and reducing its avenues and has taken the initiative to join them,” praising “the areas of cooperation with the World Bank Mission, especially in the field of promoting transparency and preventing and combating corruption.”

For his part, Alan Bacaris, Director of the Integrity Unit at the World Bank, and his accompanying delegation, expressed “his mission’s desire to conclude a memorandum of understanding with the Commission,” praising “the Commission’s steps in the programs implemented by the Iraqi Academy for Combating Corruption, and the benefit to international bodies from the Academy’s experience, commending the endeavor to automate and digitize anti-corruption procedures.”

At the conclusion of the meeting, the head of the commission stressed “the importance of preparing the final draft of the memorandum of understanding and concluding it between the two parties, noting the technical support provided by international organizations, including the World Bank mission and the UNDP

Which contributes to strengthening the integrity and good governance system and supports national efforts aimed at preventing and combating corruption in accordance with best international practices,” pointing out that “one of the commission’s main objectives is to prevent corruption before it occurs and to support investors and protect them from extortion.” link

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Tishwash:  US Envoy to Iraq Calls Corruption the “Disease” Undermining Stability

Mark Savaya says dismantling corruption networks is essential to restoring Iraqi sovereignty and weakening militias.

Mark Savaya, the United States president’s special envoy to Iraq, said on Wednesday that corruption lies at the core of Iraq’s instability and must be confronted decisively if the country is to be stabilized and militias dismantled.

In a statement posted on his official X account, Savaya argued that while militias are often treated as the central problem, they are in fact a byproduct of a deeper and more entrenched system of corruption.

“Militias are a symptom. Corruption is the disease,” he said, stressing that meaningful reform must begin with targeting illicit financial networks.

Savaya said he has detailed knowledge of how corrupt money is channeled through complex structures that extend beyond senior officials.

According to him, illicit funds frequently move through layers of lower-level actors, including family members, friends, guards, drivers, and intermediaries, a system designed to provide insulation and plausible deniability while remaining fully functional.

He described the corruption apparatus as a highly sophisticated and deliberately constructed network that has been active for more than two decades. Savaya said the system has repeatedly bypassed regulations, compliance mechanisms, and international auditing frameworks, allowing it to operate with relative impunity.

According to the US envoy, these corruption networks have played a critical role in financially empowering, protecting, and sustaining Iranian-backed militia groups in Iraq.

He warned that without dismantling these financial lifelines, efforts to restore Iraqi sovereignty and weaken armed groups would remain ineffective.

Savaya emphasized that any serious attempt to stabilize Iraq must focus on shutting down major sources of corrupt funding, including fake payrolls, fraudulent loans, and fictitious assets.

“Without that,” he said, “every other effort will fail.”

His comments come amid ongoing debates within Iraq and among international partners over governance reform, state authority, and the long-term challenge posed by militias and entrenched corruption.

The Twitter post 

 https://x.com/Mark_Savaya/status/2013841906837364863?s=20

If Iraq is to be fixed, corruption must be confronted first and decisively. Militias are a symptom. Corruption is the disease.

I know in detail how illicit money is channeled. It does not flow only through senior principals. More importantly, it moves through layers of lower level actors such as family members, friends, guards, drivers, and intermediaries.

This structure creates insulation and deniability while keeping the system fully operational. This is a highly complex and deliberately constructed network that has been active for more than two decades. It has successfully bypassed regulations, compliance frameworks, and international auditing mechanisms.

Through this system, Iranian backed militia groups have been financially empowered, protected, and sustained. Any serious effort to stabilize Iraq, restore sovereignty, and dismantle militias must begin with dismantling the corruption networks that finance and protect them.

The sources of massive corrupt money such as fake payrolls, fake loans, and fictitious assets must stop. Without that, every other effort will fail.  link

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Tuesday Evening 1-20-26

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Wall Street Slips Toward Three-Week Lows as Tariff Shock Rattles Markets
Trade escalation revives volatility and exposes cracks beneath the rally

 Overview

U.S. equity markets slid toward three-week lows as renewed tariff threats from President Donald Trump triggered a sharp shift in investor sentiment. The Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all moved lower as traders rotated out of risk assets and volatility surged across global markets.

Key Developments

• Broad Market Decline: All three major U.S. indexes posted notable losses as tariff headlines revived fears of a prolonged trade confrontation.

• Risk-Off Rotation: Capital flowed into traditional safe havens while equities and high-beta assets faced sustained selling pressure.

• Volatility Spike: Market volatility indicators rose, reflecting uncertainty over trade policy, growth expectations, and geopolitical stability.

• Global Spillover: Weakness in U.S. markets echoed across Europe and Asia, reinforcing the interconnected nature of global financial stress.

Why It Matters

Markets had been pricing in relative stability and policy containment. The sudden reintroduction of tariff risk highlights how fragile that confidence remains. Trade conflict acts as a drag on earnings, investment, and global growth — and history shows that sustained equity stress often forces policymakers into corrective action.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

For foreign currency holders anticipating revaluation or systemic change:

• Equity market stress often precedes currency realignments and policy shifts.

• Risk-off environments expose weaknesses in fiat systems built on leverage and confidence.

• Trade shocks accelerate discussions around alternative settlement systems, reserve diversification, and monetary reform.

Market instability is not noise — it is often the pressure point where monetary change begins.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar 1: Financial Market Stress

Persistent equity weakness signals structural fragility rather than a temporary pullback, increasing the odds of coordinated fiscal or monetary intervention.

• Pillar 2: Policy Inflection Risk

As trade tensions suppress growth and markets wobble, central banks and governments may be forced into unexpected pivots — a recurring feature in reset-style transitions.

This is not just a market pullback — it is a stress test of the existing financial order.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Reuters — Wall Street falls as tariff threats spark risk-off trading

• CNBC — Stocks slide, volatility jumps as trade tensions return to focus

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Global Market Wrap: Stocks Slip, Dollar Weakens as Safe Havens Gain
Capital rotation signals stress beneath the surface of global markets

Overview

Global financial markets shifted into a defensive posture as equities softened, the U.S. dollar weakened, and investors moved into bonds and traditional safe-haven currencies. Gold prices strengthened as trade tensions and geopolitical uncertainty drove renewed risk aversion across asset classes.

Key Developments

• Global Equities Pull Back: Stock markets in the U.S., Europe, and Asia edged lower as investors reassessed growth and trade risks.

• U.S. Dollar Weakness: The dollar declined against major currencies, reflecting reduced confidence amid rising policy and geopolitical uncertainty.

• Safe Havens Strengthen: Bonds, gold, and defensive currencies attracted inflows as investors sought capital preservation.

• Risk Rotation Accelerates: Market behavior suggests portfolio rebalancing away from growth-sensitive assets and toward stability.

Why It Matters

The combination of falling equities and a weaker dollar is a notable signal. Historically, this pattern reflects waning confidence in growth assumptions and policy stability. When investors simultaneously exit risk assets and the reserve currency, it often marks the early stages of deeper systemic stress rather than a routine market pullback.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

For foreign currency holders anticipating revaluation or monetary restructuring:

• Dollar weakness can precede currency realignments and reserve diversification.

• Safe-haven accumulation highlights declining trust in leveraged financial systems.

• These rotations often emerge before policy resets, liquidity injections, or structural reforms.

Such market signals align closely with conditions that tend to surface ahead of major monetary transitions.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar 1: Reserve Currency Pressure

A weakening dollar alongside rising safe havens points to subtle but growing strain on the traditional reserve system.

• Pillar 2: Capital Reallocation

As capital migrates toward hard assets and defensive positions, the foundations of the post-World War II financial order face renewed testing.

This environment reinforces the narrative that global markets are gradually repositioning for a multipolar financial future.

This is not just a market rotation — it’s global finance restructuring before our eyes.

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Reuters — Global markets ease as investors seek safety amid trade tensions

• CNBC — Dollar slips as investors rotate into bonds and gold

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Move Over BRICS: Zambia Accepts Chinese Yuan for Taxes
Africa becomes a new front in China’s currency expansion strategy

Overview

Zambia has become the first African nation to accept tax and royalty payments in the Chinese yuan, marking a significant step in the currency’s internationalization beyond the BRICS framework. Chinese mining companies operating in Zambia are now paying government taxes directly in yuan rather than U.S. dollars, a move confirmed by the Zambian government and central bank.

Key Developments

• Yuan Used for Taxes: Chinese mining firms in Zambia have begun paying royalties and taxes in yuan, not dollars — a first for Africa.

• Central Bank Confirmation: The Bank of Zambia confirmed that yuan-based payments started in October and are now part of official reserve and payment operations.

• Reserve Diversification: Zambia is actively increasing its holdings of foreign currencies, with the yuan taking a growing share.

• China’s Africa Footprint: The shift builds on China’s deep economic ties through the Belt and Road Initiative, spanning mining, ports, railroads, airports, and infrastructure projects.

Why It Matters

Accepting taxes in a foreign currency is a powerful signal of trust and structural alignment. Unlike trade settlements, tax payments embed a currency directly into a country’s fiscal system. This move elevates the yuan from a trade currency to a functional component of sovereign finance — a major milestone in de-dollarization dynamics.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

For foreign currency holders watching global realignment:

• Dollar exclusivity is weakening not just in trade, but in government revenue systems.

• Currency diversification at the central bank level often precedes valuation shifts and reserve rebalancing.

• Africa’s role as a testing ground suggests de-dollarization is spreading quietly, not through headlines but through infrastructure and taxation.

These are the kinds of structural changes that tend to surface before major monetary transitions.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar 1: Fiscal-Level De-Dollarization

When taxes are paid in non-dollar currencies, the dollar’s role as the default sovereign settlement tool erodes.

• Pillar 2: Multipolar Currency System

China is extending yuan usage beyond BRICS and into Africa, signaling a broader strategy to normalize multiple reserve and settlement currencies globally.

This is not symbolic — it is operational de-dollarization.

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

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Sources

• Watcher.Guru — Move Over BRICS, Zambia’s Government Accepts Chinese Yuan as Taxes

• News24 — Zambia accepts taxes in yuan as China pushes currency across Africa

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Gold, Silver and Bitcoin: How These 3 Assets Have Protected Wealth in Uncertain Times

Gold, Silver and Bitcoin: How These 3 Assets Have Protected Wealth in Uncertain Times

Sean Bryant  GOBankingRates   Sun, January 18, 2026

Is there a foolproof way to avoid large portfolio swings? Whether you are young in your investment journey or are nearing retirement and looking for a way to avoid large dips in your portfolio’s value, it’s important to understand what history says about storing wealth.

In this article, we’ll cover how gold, silver and bitcoin fare during uncertain times and what this means for your portfolio.

Gold Shines During Uncertain Times

Gold has historically been a strong hedge against inflation. This means that as volatility increases in the market, gold remains relatively stable. Not only does gold hold its value, but it’s also a liquid asset. For example, you can walk into any pawn shop or jewelry store and sell your gold on the same day.

During the pandemic, the value of gold grew stronger. In fact, in January 2020, the price of gold was at $1,581 per ounce, according to Macrotrends. By the end of 2020, the price grew to $1,895, which is an almost 20% gain. Part of the reason gold remains a stable investment during uncertain times is that it is globally recognized as valuable.

Silver Remains Stable During Uncertain Times

Silver has been used alongside gold during uncertain times; however, it isn’t as stable as gold. The intrinsic value of silver is heavily dependent on its use as an industrial commodity and a monetary metal.

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$5,000 Gold, $100 Silver INCOMING as Fiat Experiment Collapses Globally

$5,000 Gold, $100 Silver INCOMING as Fiat Experiment Collapses Globally

Taylor Kenny: 1-20-2026

Gold and silver are shattering all-time highs — and the world’s financial system is cracking under the pressure.

As of Tuesday morning, January 20th, gold sits at a staggering $4,735 an ounce. Silver has surged to $93. This isn't a blip. It’s a blaring siren.

CHAPTERS:

 00:00 – Gold & Silver Break Records

01:26 – Geopolitical Chaos & Economic Fallout

02:17 – The $9 Trillion Debt Time Bomb

02:45 – Japan's Bond Crisis Echoes Globally

 04:07 – The Central Bank Playbook

04:36 – The Real Economic Picture

05:34 – Currency Reset Patterns

 06:31 – Final Warning & What To Do Next

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Economic Videos From Andy Schectman 1-20-2026

Massive Fed’s Gold Revaluation Ahead! If You Own Gold or Silver, Watch This Now - Andy Schectman

Business Upside: 1-19-2026

What happens if Gold becomes the reserve currency of the world instead of the US Dollar?

A potential Federal Reserve gold revaluation is gaining attention as precious metals expert Andy Schectman highlights powerful signals from the US financial system.

 In this video, we break down what a Fed gold revaluation means for gold and silver investors, how it could impact the US dollar, inflation, and global markets, and why many believe gold and silver prices may be entering a strong bullish phase.

This analysis covers gold price forecast, silver price prediction, Federal Reserve policy, US economy outlook, and long-term wealth protection strategies.

If you own gold or silver or are planning to invest, this video offers clear insights, positive market perspective, and macro-economic clarity based on current US trends.

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This Isn’t Going Back — The Silver Market Is Breaking | Andy Schectman

MacroEdge: 1-20-2026

In this video, we break down why the global silver market is under growing structural pressure as physical delivery demand accelerates and paper trading mechanisms begin to lose control.

Nation-states, central banks, and major industrial buyers are increasingly demanding real metal, not paper promises — exposing deep imbalances in futures markets like COMEX and the LBMA.

Andy Schectman explains how rising physical demand, shrinking available inventories, and the classification of silver as a critical mineral are changing how the market functions.

Unlike previous cycles, price-suppression tactics such as margin hikes are no longer stopping the trend — they are simply transferring silver from weak hands to the strongest buyers on earth.

This is not about short-term price predictions or hype. It’s about market structure, delivery risk, counterparty exposure, and why physical silver is becoming strategically important in a world moving away from debt-based settlement systems.

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Tuesday Afternoon 1-20-26

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U.S.–Europe Trade Tensions Escalate at Davos

Tariff warnings, Greenland politics, and a fragile global trade order collide

Overview

Tensions between the United States and the European Union took center stage at the 2026 World Economic Forum in Davos after U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent publicly urged European leaders not to retaliate against President Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs tied to the Greenland dispute. The warning comes as global markets show increasing signs of stress and risk aversion.

Key Developments

• Davos Intervention: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent cautioned EU officials that retaliation would risk reigniting a destructive trade war at a time of fragile global growth.

• Greenland Factor: The tariff threat is linked to broader geopolitical pressure surrounding Greenland, highlighting how strategic geography is now intersecting with trade policy.

• Market Sensitivity: Equity markets, currencies, and commodities have reacted sharply, underscoring how tariff rhetoric alone can move global capital.

• Diplomatic Fractures: Despite public calls for restraint, trust between Washington and Brussels appears strained as trade policy becomes increasingly unilateral.

Why It Matters

Escalating trade tensions between two of the world’s largest economic blocs threaten global supply chains, suppress growth, and weaken confidence in multilateral trade frameworks. Even without immediate tariffs, the threat itself is enough to disrupt markets, delay investment, and amplify geopolitical risk.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

For those holding foreign currencies in anticipation of higher future valuations:

• Trade fragmentation increases pressure on fiat currency stability.

• Volatility in the euro and dollar highlights vulnerabilities in the current reserve system.

• Periods of trade conflict historically precede currency realignments and revaluations, especially during broader systemic shifts.

This environment reinforces why many currency holders view geopolitical stress as a catalyst rather than a setback.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar 1: Trade Fragmentation

The Davos warning underscores a move away from unified global trade toward regional blocs and strategic alliances — a core feature of reset-era restructuring.

• Pillar 2: Monetary Confidence Erosion

As trade disputes intensify, confidence in legacy systems weakens, accelerating interest in alternative settlement mechanisms, hard assets, and currency reform.

This is not just diplomacy — it’s structural pressure on the post-World War II economic order.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News

Sources

• The Guardian — Scott Bessent urges Europe not to retaliate against Trump tariffs

• Reuters — Global markets react as tariff tensions rise at Davos

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Why Gold and Silver Are Soaring While Crypto Slips Under Tariff Pressure

Safe-haven metals surge as trade tensions expose fault lines in risk assets

Overview

Gold and silver prices have surged to new record highs as investors seek safety amid escalating U.S.–EU tariff tensions and broader geopolitical uncertainty. At the same time, cryptocurrency markets have weakened, with Bitcoin, Ethereum, and major altcoins declining as capital rotates out of high-risk assets. This divergence highlights a renewed preference for tangible stores of value during periods of economic and political stress.

Key Developments

1. Precious Metals Attract Safe-Haven Demand
Gold and silver have rallied sharply as investors hedge against tariff escalation, market volatility, and geopolitical risk. Rising uncertainty has reinforced the traditional role of precious metals as defensive assets during periods of instability.

2. Crypto Markets Slide Amid Risk-Off Sentiment
Cryptocurrencies have declined alongside broader risk assets. Bitcoin has fallen below $93,000, while Ethereum dropped under $3,100. The overall crypto market fell more than 2% in the past 24 hours, with SOL, DOGE, and ADA also trending lower.

3. Tariff Tensions Drive Capital Rotation
Renewed tariff threats tied to U.S.–EU trade disputes have increased caution across markets. Investors appear to be reducing exposure to speculative assets and reallocating capital toward metals viewed as protection against policy-driven shocks.

4. Diplomacy Signals Brief Market Relief
President Donald Trump confirmed upcoming trade discussions with European leaders at the World Economic Forum in Davos. While this raised hopes for de-escalation, markets continue to price in elevated risk until concrete outcomes emerge.

Why It Matters

The divergence between precious metals and cryptocurrencies signals a shift in investor psychology. In periods of sustained uncertainty, markets tend to favor assets with long-established roles as stores of value over newer, volatility-prone instruments.

This rotation reflects declining confidence in growth-dependent assets when trade policy and geopolitical stability are in question.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

For foreign currency holders anticipating revaluation or reset-driven gains:

• Rising gold and silver prices often signal declining confidence in fiat stability.

• Sustained safe-haven demand can precede currency realignment or reserve diversification.

• Weakness in speculative assets suggests capital is preparing for monetary or structural adjustment rather than growth expansion.

Historically, precious-metal strength has accompanied periods leading into monetary resets or repricing events.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar 1: Return to Hard-Asset Confidence

The renewed dominance of gold and silver reflects skepticism toward policy stability, debt expansion, and trade coherence. Hard assets regain prominence when trust in systems weakens.

• Pillar 2: Risk Assets Face Structural Headwinds

Crypto and other speculative markets remain sensitive to liquidity conditions and political risk. As tariffs and fragmentation persist, volatility increases, reinforcing the divide between value preservation and growth speculation.

This shift signals preparation — not panic — within the global financial system.

This is not just a metals rally — it’s a warning that markets are repositioning for systemic change.

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News

Sources

• CoinGape — Why Silver and Gold Prices Are Rising While Crypto Falls Under Tariff Pressure

• Reuters — Gold notches record above $4,700/oz; silver hits all-time high as trade-war risks sour sentiment

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BRICS Digital Currency Link Signals 2026 Acceleration in De-Dollarization

CBDC interoperability proposal highlights Global South push to reshape trade and payments

Overview

A new proposal from India’s Reserve Bank to link BRICS central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) is emerging as one of the clearest signals yet that de-dollarization efforts are entering a more structured phase in 2026. The initiative, expected to be placed on the agenda of the BRICS summit hosted by India later this year, aims to facilitate cross-border trade and tourism payments while reducing reliance on the U.S. dollar.

Key Developments

1. RBI Pushes CBDC Interoperability to Summit Level
India’s central bank has recommended formally discussing a BRICS digital currency link at the 2026 summit. If adopted, this would mark the first coordinated attempt to connect the CBDCs of Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, and newer members at a bloc-wide level.

2. Building on 2025 Rio Declaration
The proposal expands on a 2025 BRICS declaration in Rio de Janeiro that called for interoperability between national payment systems. The current framework represents a shift from concept to implementation, signaling that BRICS nations are preparing digital infrastructure for real trade usage.

3. Trade Imbalances and Governance Take Center Stage
Officials acknowledge that interoperability alone is insufficient. Governance rules, settlement mechanisms, and solutions for trade imbalances remain unresolved. Previous local-currency trade experiments, particularly between Russia and India, exposed practical limits without robust settlement frameworks.

4. FX Swaps and Periodic Settlement Considered
Central banks are exploring bilateral foreign exchange swaps and periodic settlement schedules to manage imbalances. These mechanisms would help prevent the accumulation of unusable local currency balances while maintaining sovereignty over monetary policy.

Why It Matters

This proposal reflects a structural evolution in global payments. Rather than replacing the dollar outright, BRICS nations are building parallel systems that reduce dependence on correspondent banking networks and U.S.-centric settlement rails.

The focus on CBDC interoperability suggests that future trade flows may bypass traditional financial intermediaries altogether.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

For foreign currency holders anticipating revaluation or reset-driven gains:

• Digital settlement frameworks often precede currency repricing.

• Reduced dollar reliance increases flexibility for regional currency realignment.

• Trade-driven digital infrastructure strengthens the case for managed revaluation rather than speculative appreciation.

This development reinforces the idea that currency change is being engineered through plumbing, not proclamations.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar 1: Payments Before Currency Replacement

BRICS is prioritizing payment interoperability rather than announcing a new reserve currency. This incremental approach minimizes disruption while steadily weakening dollar dominance in trade settlement.

• Pillar 2: Global South Trade Reorganization

Trade projections show BRICS+ growth outpacing traditional blocs. As trade reorganizes, digital payments become the backbone supporting a multipolar monetary system.

The reset is advancing through infrastructure — quietly, technically, and deliberately.

This is not the launch of a new currency — it is the rewiring of how global trade settles value.

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News

Sources

• Watcher.Guru — BRICS Digital Currency Link & 2026 Trading Show De-Dollarization Shift

• Reuters — India’s central bank proposes linking BRICS digital currencies

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Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Tuesday Afternoon 1-20-26

The Banking Sector And The New Public

The past year, 2025, witnessed tireless activity at various levels in the pursuit of achieving the desired banking reform in Iraq.  On the one hand, the outgoing government made strenuous efforts to reform the state-owned banks, which included merging some banks and making the decision to split Al-Rafidain Bank into two banks. These measures were described as being part of the reform of the state-owned banking sector.

On the other hand, the Central Bank of Iraq, as the supervisory and regulatory body for the work of private (national) banks, played a pivotal role in advancing the reform of this sector, by taking important steps during 2025, the most prominent of which was bringing in the global company “Oliver Wyman”, which is one of the consulting companies specializing in the development of banking and financial systems.

This contract aims to elevate the private banking sector to meet international standards, especially since Iraq is about to enter a phase of developmental and reconstruction renaissance that requires a robust banking sector capable of meeting the needs of international companies wishing to invest in Iraq, after the wars and crises that the country has gone through that have deeply affected its economic structure.

Oliver Wyman established strict conditions and clear requirements for achieving banking reform, obligating banks to comply and emphasizing that those lagging behind or failing to comply could be forced out of the banking sector. These conditions included: increasing bank capital, encouraging bank mergers, and adhering to international standards for governance, solvency, and risk management.

According to the available data, most banks have responded to these requirements and agreed to bear the costs of consultations and repairs.

This raises a fundamental question commensurate with the scale of this response:

After the banks have fulfilled their obligations, what rights and facilities should they receive to enable them to provide banking services that meet the standards of international banks?

Banking experts believe that successful banking reform is a reciprocal process. After banks commit to the new standards, there is an urgent need for an incentive package to help them conduct their banking activities efficiently, especially since a large portion of banks are still subject to various sanctions.

These stimulus packages include financial and funding support, technical assistance and institutional capacity building, regulatory flexibility and a phased approach to implementing requirements, infrastructure and technological system reforms, and opportunities for growth and regional and international partnerships.

The success of banking reform depends not only on enforcement but also on integrating obligations with rights and building a banking environment capable of supporting comprehensive economic development in Iraq.

Finally, reforming the banking sector in Iraq cannot be measured solely by the number of regulations or the stringency of the conditions, but rather by its ability to become a genuine engine for economic development.

Banks that have responded to the reform requirements and complied with international standards, in turn, need a supportive regulatory environment and practical incentives that enable them to fulfill their natural role in financing, investment, and driving economic growth.

Successful banking reform is a balanced partnership between the regulatory authority and the banks, based on the exchange of obligations and rights, a phased implementation, and addressing structural challenges, foremost among them sanctions, weak infrastructure, and limited financing tools. Without this, reform could transform from an opportunity for advancement into a burden that hinders the sector's effectiveness.

With the start of a new year, the opportunity remains to build a modern, robust Iraqi banking sector that is integrated into the global financial system and capable of meeting the requirements of reconstruction and sustainable development, provided that the reform process is completed with a comprehensive vision that balances discipline and empowerment, and oversight and incentives, in a way that serves the national economy and enhances confidence in the banking system   https://alsabaah.iq/126635-.html

The Caretaker Government Issues Several Decisions, Including The Establishment Of Water Treatment Plants.

Today 20:08   The caretaker cabinet issued several decisions on Tuesday, including the establishment of water treatment plants in Basra. A statement from the cabinet's media office ,

received by Al-Maalomah News Agency, indicated that "the cabinet directed the Ministry of Planning to prepare detailed reports on the size and costs of projects included in the plan, whether self-funded or through loans, from 2005 to 2025. The results will be presented to the cabinet for evaluation of public spending." The statement

added that "the cabinet approved setting the price of surplus wheat intended for export at between 415,000 and 420,000 Iraqi dinars per ton, taking into account global market prices. Sales will be conducted from the General Company for Grain's warehouses in Nineveh and Salah al-Din governorates. The cabinet also approved financing the outstanding payments owed to seed producers for 2024 by supplying them with available seeds from the warehouses in lieu of their debts, thus ensuring the continuation of the 2025 agricultural plan."

He noted that "the Council granted the authority to disburse funds for contracts with the Korean company Daewoo related to the infrastructure of the Grand Faw Port, directing the Ministry of Transport to prepare a detailed technical study and cost estimate in coordination with the Air Force before awarding the contract. In Basra, the Council approved the establishment of water treatment plants on the Shatt al-Arab to secure drinking water for the residents of the Al-Baradhiya area, with their costs to be included within the recovered petroleum expenditures for the development of the Zubair field."

He continued, "The Council corrected the gas calculation process to be in dry cubic meters instead of cubic feet, and amended previous decisions related to obligating the Ministry of Oil to purchase refined petroleum products, leaving the determination of investment periods to future technical discussions."

The statement concluded, "The Council approved the continuation of spending by the Ministries of Finance and Planning on completed investment projects according to available liquidity, while allowing the issuance of necessary spare parts orders not exceeding 25% of the contract value, to ensure that vital projects do not stop until the federal budget is approved." LINK

US Official: We Are In An "Active War" With Venezuela For Control Of Its Oil.

January 19, 2:25 PM   Information/Follow-up…  US Senator Rand of Kentucky asserted that the United States is in an active war with Venezuela to control its oil.

Paul told NBC: "This is an act of war... aimed at continuing to get their oil. It's an ongoing war for the distribution of that oil... I still hope the crisis will be resolved, but we are still in an active war with Venezuela."

Rand added that "the United States has imposed a complete naval blockade on the Venezuelan coast and deployed hundreds of warships off its shores." End/25     LINK 

Moscow: The US "Peace Council" Will Not Replace The United Nations

January 19, 21:00  Information/Follow-up...Vladimir Dzhabarov, head of the Russian Federation Council's Committee on the Protection of State Sovereignty, said that the "Peace Council" proposed by US President Donald Trump regarding Gaza would not be able to replace the United Nations.

In a post on Telegram, Japarov stressed that the United Nations is indispensable despite its flaws, asserting that any new council operating according to the principles of a semi-closed club will not be able to address the root causes of conflicts.

He noted that Trump had repeatedly criticized the United Nations and recently signed a memorandum withdrawing the United States from 31 UN agencies, but stressed that the UN had maintained a balance between the two superpowers, the Soviet Union and the United States, throughout the 40 years of the Cold War, and remained the most effective tool the international community possessed thanks to the veto mechanism in the Security Council.

Japarov ruled out the possibility of Trump withdrawing from the UN Security Council, explaining that Washington benefits from the location of the UN headquarters on its territory to achieve its political goals, and that the success of the "Peace Council" depends on the results of the Republicans in the midterm congressional elections scheduled for next November.

He revealed that the US administration expects the role of the "Peace Council" to expand from the reconstruction of the Gaza Strip after the conflict between Hamas and Israel to later include the settlement in Ukraine and Venezuela, and perhaps become an alternative to the United Nations in other hotspots.

He explained that the council included high-level figures to give it weight, including Russian President Putin, Brazilian President Lula da Silva, Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, and Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, along with leaders from Pakistan, India, Turkey, and other European countries.

Japarov urged caution regarding the idea of ​​a "Peace Council," warning against the inclusion of controversial figures on its executive committee, such as former British Prime Minister Tony Blair, who supported the 2003 US-led invasion of Iraq under the pretext of its possession of weapons of mass destruction. (End of 25)   LINK

Al-Sudani To The SDF Commander: The Need To Consolidate Dialogue And Prevent Terrorists From Tampering With The Security Of Syria And Iraq

Time: 2026/01/20 23:25:0   Politics:Al-Furat News} Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani made a phone call this evening, Tuesday, to Mazloum Abdi, the commander of the Syrian Democratic Forces.

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The Prime Minister's Media Office stated in a statement, a copy of which was received by Al-Furat News, that: "During the call, developments in Syria were discussed, in light of the latest security developments and events, and their repercussions on regional security and stability and the situation in Iraq."

Al-Sudani stressed "the need to consolidate dialogue at this critical stage, in a way that guarantees the rights of all Syrian components, preserves the unity and security of the country, and prevents terrorists from escaping from prisons and tampering with the security and stability of Syria and Iraq and the general security in the region."   LINK

Gold Prices Climb In Baghdad, Erbil Markets

Economy & Business   2026-01-20 04:25   Shafaq News– Baghdad/ Erbil  On Tuesday, gold prices edged higher in Baghdad and Erbil markets, according to a survey by Shafaq News Agency.

Gold prices on Baghdad's Al-Nahr Street recorded a selling price of 982,000 IQD per mithqal (equivalent to five grams) for 21-carat gold, including Gulf, Turkish, and European varieties, with a buying price of 978,000 IQD. The same gold had soldfor 965,000 dinars on Monday.

The selling price for 21-carat Iraqi gold was 952,000 IQD, with a buying price of 948,000 IQD.

In jewelry stores, the selling price per mithqal of 21-carat Gulf gold ranged between 980,000 and 990,000 IQD, while Iraqi gold sold for between 950,000 and 960,000 IQD.

In Erbil, 22-carat gold was sold at 1.034 million IQD per mithqal, 21-carat gold at 987,000 IQD, and 18-carat gold at 846,000 IQD.   https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Gold-prices-climb-in-Baghdad-Erbil-markets-8-6

News, Rumors and Opinions Tuesday 1-20-2026

Ariel : US Military Leaves Iraq, What this means for IQD Holders

1-20-2026

US Military Leaves Iraq: 23 Years Of Occupation Now Over (What This Means For IQD Holders)

Can you all feel the electricity in what is being laid out? It’s like watching puzzle pieces snap together after years of waiting in the shadows.

Iraq’s been grinding through reforms for ages, and with the US pullout from federal territory hitting the wires just yesterday (January 18, 2026), the timing feels charged.

Trump’s old 2020 line about not leaving until Iraq “pays us back” for those billion-dollar bases is echoing louder now, especially as Baghdad navigates how to settle accounts in a world where the dinar sits at roughly 1,310 to the dollar.

You’re spot on that a massive reval would be the cleanest “repayment” mechanism on paper, but let’s dig deep into the why and how of this moment, especially your sharp question: why route so much through Erbil over Baghdad?

I’ll try to explain with layers of context, pulling from the real dynamics at play, because this isn’t just surface noise it’s structural.

Iraq’s pushing multiple fronts right now, and it does feel anticipatory, like the country is finally clearing the runway for deeper global integration:

Sovereign rating push → Confirmed. That joint meeting with Oliver Wyman, chaired by CBI Governor Ali Mohsen Al-Alaq and attended by PM advisor Mazhar Mohammed Saleh, zeroed in on the five pillars (institutional strength, monetary policy, economic growth prospects, political risks, governance). This isn’t cosmetic they’re building a narrative for S&P, Fitch, and Moody’s to justify upgrades. Better ratings mean cheaper borrowing, more FDI, and smoother access to international markets.

Banking cleanup and OFAC coordination → Real and ongoing. The CBI has been isolating bad actors, tightening dollar auction rules, and aligning with US Treasury to choke illicit flows (think Iran smuggling networks). This creates “clean pipes” for legitimate capital.

WTO track → Accelerating. After resuming talks in 2024 following a 16-year pause, Iraq’s adopting laws (commercial agency tweaks, IP protections) to meet accession criteria. Full membership isn’t tomorrow, but the momentum is there UNCTAD systems at ports like Umm Qasr are modernizing customs to tie into global trade rails.

US withdrawal context → Fresh and nuanced. Reports across CNN, Reuters, AP, and others confirm the full handover of bases like Ain al-Asad in federal Iraq. But notice the precise wording: “federal territory” or “non-Kurdish regions.” That’s deliberate. Remaining advisory/training elements are heavily concentrated in the Kurdistan Region, where US-KRG ties run deep and ISIS remnants still justify a footprint.

All this choreography clean banks, rating upgrades, trade prep does scream preparation for a more open economic regime. But the currency angle? The 2026 budget officially locks in ~1,300 IQD/USD, with no public signals of a dramatic shift. Which of course is very smart to keep the markets in line.

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Frank26   What is the #1 law for the citizens that is going to be passed right away?  The #1 law is the HCL and that requires a new rate.  But we learned the HCL can be passed without the rate...[but] if anyone is silly enough to believe they're going to do it at 1300 I got some land to sell you on the moon...The moment you see the HCL, within nanoseconds, you will see the new exchange rate.

Jeff  The news is phenomenal.  Looks amazing.  The next critical thing we're looking for is when they're going to have and hold a session of parliament to tackle and vote on the president.  They haven't given us that date yet but they're in close proximity to doing that...When they get to the point of a prime minister, this can go very fast...They could  announce the prime minister the same day they announce the president.

Militia Man  You see the corruption falling.  You see the bite back from the corruption because the new systems are working.  They're not having it.  They're not liking it.  Today's theme in the news has been about misinformation.  It's quite evident...You have to be very careful on what you read and how you read it because there's a lot of propaganda out  there. 

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BofA Warns: $6 TRILLION BANK RUN IMMINENT!

Steven Van Metre:  1-19-2026

CEO of Bank of America Brian Moynihan is warning there will be a six trillion dollar run on the banks that will spur a massive liquidity crisis even too big for the Fed to fix that could collapse the entire banking system.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zFUsGB3SC6A

Tuesday Coffee with MarkZ, 01/20/2026

Tuesday Coffee with MarkZ, 01/20/2026

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 Tuesday and Good morning to everyone.

Member: (There is a picture of President Trump and Iraq currency on the table on Marks thumbnail for this video.) Did anyone identify the currency?

MZ: Oh yeah. Its Iraqi with a picture of Sadaam Hussein on it. A 2003 I believe. If you notice they are looking at Iraqi currencies. There is a lot of chatter about it and not just in the dinar world…but in the economic world and the middle east in general.

MZ: “Shocking and in pictures: Hussein clashes with Trump and Savaya during their meeting. What is going on and what is being prepared for Iraq?”  We don’t know…but these are sensitive symbols left over from Saddams rule.

Member:   Mark, the question is why would P. Trump have that bill in front of him, old bill.?

Member: Savaya’s post with currency in it has to be a signal! It wasn’t from yesterday so his timing of posting it is peculiar.

Member: Mark, my 2 cents. It’s a comm. Saddam currency is “on the table”. Probably since it’s the currency the US confiscated back in the war

MZ: Do you guys thinks it’s a comm ? Lots of news outlets and comments about this picture and wondering why its important and what does it signify? Why are they looking at old currency if it was worthless. Wouldn’t they just throw it away?

Member: My two cents: It’s a comm. Saddam currency is “on the table” . Prabably since it was the currency tat was confiscated during the war.

MZ: “ Massour Barzani heads to DAVOS: And these files will be discussed at the World forum” He is trying to whip up support for business in northern Iraq. It is clear they are international and no longer playing in a restricted market.

Member: I wonder if Trump and Iraq officials will meet during a “side meeting” over there?

Member: Hopefully US leaving Iraq means we're about to get paid!!!

MZ: Yes US troops are leaving Iraq.

Member:  If our troops left Iraq, we should get excited

Member: Mark what are we waiting on for Iraq to complete to RV? the recent election have to be settled??

Member: Is it true the US Treasury  is sitting on billions of Iraqi dinar that could be worth upwards of $41 Trillion?

MZ: It is true. Absolutely. 100%.At one point they had $55 Trillion but have been selling off or trading back to Iraq.

Member: I believe Trump said $35B in Dinar…which is (allegedly) 46 Trillion Dinars

Member: Dow down over 6oo points! W0W

Member: When does President Trump speak at Davos?

Member: I believe on Thursday

Member: Wasn’t it said at one time that when President Trump leaves the country and the troops leave Iraq then we would get an RV? 

MZ: Yes it was said that we will leave when we get paid. So I think the US might have been paid

MZ: “Iraq announces the full withdrawal of US forces from its Federal Territory” …Iraq is taking over US military bases “ After the American withdrawal Iraqi Interior Minister visits the Ain Al Assad base”

MZ: This is a planned and peaceful transition.

Member: Just a thought—Trump is out of the country tonight/tomorrow and delivering a financial speech tomorrow morning (8:30am CST). RV when he’s out of country?

Member:  I heard Vietnam was rumored they went public on their rv putting pressure on Iraq. Domino affect. I also heard this week! Has anyone heard this?

MZ: On the bond side I really had hoped to have news by today…but so far nothing. Groups, Indian Nations, Farm claims are all quiet

Member: I am positive this will happen by July 4 for Trumps big celebration

Member: Family, just remember 7/04/26 is the drop dead date for gold backed money! So 3 months before that would make the most sense! IMO

Member: Tell us again how we are going to be notified. Will the 800 numbers be universal?

MZ: You are not looking for one magical 800 number. Banks have told me they would have individual number and links to set up appointments . They told me that they would be sending their numbers to Dinar Recaps and other news aggregating sites so they can send it out with their free email newsletter. I was told I would get the information as well. I will then notify mods and do a podcast.

Member: I assume those numbers will be depending on location.

Member: Are banks and redemption centers the same thing? Will they give us a higher rate?

MZ: Yes . Redemption centers are a redeeming bank with trained personnel to do your exchange right there. No putting it in an envelope and sending it off. Banks desperately want our business so they can give us a higher rate with lower fees …Banks will get more customers and more deposits which keeps them in business. That’s how banks make money.

MZ: Also we were told many years ago that Iraq would an opportunity on their portion of the currency exchange for “Oil for dinar” where the US could aggregate that currency and exchange it over time for very cheap oil from Iraq at about $35 a barrel. This allows Iraq to leverage an asset that is still in the ground.

Member: How close will these redemption centers be?

MZ: I was told that 90% of Americans would have a location under 50 miles. If you live 3 hours from civilizations like in rural Montana or the Dakotas…of course you have to drive further. I hear you will have even more choices in Europe because you are used to dealing with foreign currencies all the time.

Member: I don’t are how far it is…..what a great roadtrip that would be.

Member: MarkZ what did you decide to do on your evening podcast? Are you going to start pre-recording???

MZ: I will have a live podcast tonight with Dr. Jay ….but starting next week he will transition to the day podcast in the second hour.

​​Member: It’s hard to believe how close we are but the anticipation is killing me

Member: Hang in there….the best is yet to come

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