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4-30-2026

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Late Thursday Evening 4-30-26

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Currency Stress Signals Shift: Emerging Market Selloff and Dollar Strength Reshape Global Balance

Sharp currency declines and capital outflows are intensifying pressure on emerging markets, signaling deeper structural shifts in the global financial system

OVERVIEW (KEY POINTS)

Global currency markets are under pressure as emerging market currencies weaken sharply against a strengthening U.S. dollar, highlighting growing financial stress across multiple regions.

This is happening now due to a combination of rising energy costs, capital flight to safe-haven assets, and tightening global liquidity conditions, all amplified by geopolitical uncertainty.

Key players include central banks in emerging economies, global investors reallocating capital, and the U.S. dollar maintaining dominance amid instability.

The broader implication is clear: currency instability is accelerating capital flow shifts and exposing vulnerabilities in the current global financial structure.

KEY DEVELOPMENTS

1. Emerging Market Currencies Slide Rapidly

Currency weakness is spreading.

• Several currencies hitting multi-year or record lows

• Selling pressure driven by capital outflows and risk aversion

2. U.S. Dollar Strengthens as Safe Haven

Flight to safety is intensifying.

• Investors moving into dollar-denominated assets

• Dollar benefiting from global uncertainty and liquidity demand

3. Central Banks Intervene to Stabilize Markets

Authorities attempt to slow declines.

• Interventions include currency support measures and liquidity injections

• Limited effectiveness as broader market pressures persist

4. Energy Prices Amplify Currency Pressure

Oil costs are impacting trade balances.

• Higher energy prices worsening import bills for emerging economies

• Increased strain on foreign exchange reserves

5. Capital Flows Shift Toward Developed Markets

Global investment patterns are changing.

• Funds moving toward U.S. and developed market assets

• Emerging markets facing reduced investment inflows

WHY IT MATTERS

This development highlights how currency markets are a leading indicator of broader financial stress, often signaling deeper systemic issues before they fully emerge.

As currencies weaken, the impact spreads to inflation, debt servicing, and economic stability, particularly in economies reliant on external financing and imports.

For policymakers, defending currencies becomes increasingly difficult when global conditions favor stronger reserve currencies like the dollar.

At the system level, this reflects a growing imbalance: capital concentration in safe havens versus vulnerability in emerging markets.

WHY IT MATTERS TO FOREIGN CURRENCY HOLDERS

• Purchasing power declines in weakening currencies

• Exchange rate volatility increases across markets

• Dollar strength impacts global pricing and trade

• Higher risk in holding emerging market currencies

IMPLICATIONS FOR THE GLOBAL RESET

• Pillar 1: Capital Flow Realignment

Shifting capital toward safe-haven assets is accelerating a rebalancing of global financial influence, concentrating liquidity in fewer markets.

• Pillar 2: Currency System Pressure

Widespread currency instability highlights structural weaknesses that could lead to changes in reserve currency dynamics and trade settlement systems.

CONCLUSION

The current wave of currency pressure is more than short-term volatility—it reflects underlying structural stress within the global financial system.

As capital flows shift and currencies weaken, the risks extend into inflation, debt sustainability, and economic growth.

This moment underscores a critical reality: currency stability is central to financial system confidence, and cracks are beginning to show.

When currencies weaken and capital moves, the foundation of the global financial system begins to shift.

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• Reuters — "Emerging market currencies fall as dollar strengthens amid global uncertainty"

• Reuters — "Global investors shift capital toward safe-haven assets amid volatility"

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Iran War: What’s Happening On Day 62 As Trump Asks Iran To ‘Give Up’?

Iran War: What’s Happening On Day 62 As Trump Asks Iran To ‘Give Up’?

Trump says the US blockade of Iranian ports is working, urging Tehran to ‘give up’ amid tensions.

By Elizabeth Melimopoulos and AFP  30 Apr 2026  EXPLAINER  News|US-Israel War On Iran

United States President Donald Trump says Washington’s blockade of Iranian ports has been a success, urging Tehran to “just give up” as pressure mounts in a deepening standoff over the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran has pushed back strongly, with Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf dismissing the US campaign as ineffective, while the military says its restraint so far has been “intended to give diplomacy a chance”.

Meanwhile, tensions in the Strait of Hormuz are rippling through global markets, sending oil prices above $120 a barrel and driving US petrol prices to a four-year high.

Here is what we know as the conflict enters day 62:

In Iran

• Blockade ‘doomed to fail’: Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian said a US naval blockade on Iranian ports would deepen disruptions in the Gulf while failing to achieve its targets. “Any attempt to impose a maritime blockade or restrictions is contrary to international law… and is doomed to fail,” Pezeshkian said in a statement.
  

• Iran speaker dismisses blockade’s impact on oil: Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said no oil wells have “exploded” under the US blockade, arguing the measures have only driven up global prices. He added Iran’s storage has not reached capacity and accused US officials, including Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, of acting on “junk advice” over the policy.
  

• Can the blockade force a production halt? The US says cutting off exports will eventually push Iran’s storage to capacity, forcing output to stop, but analysts say remaining storage may cover only about 20 days of output. As Muyu Xu, a senior crude oil analyst at Kpler, notes, any cuts are likely to be gradual, with a higher chance of acceleration into May.
  

• No US presence in strait: Ghalibaf vowed his country’s control over the strategic Strait of Hormuz would ensure a future without US presence in the Gulf region.

War diplomacy

• Putin-Trump talks: Russian President Vladimir Putin warned his US counterpart Donald Trump not to resume attacks on Iran. In a phone call between the two leaders, Putin said Trump’s decision to extend the ceasefire was “the right one”, Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov told reporters, including from the AFP news agency.
  

• Sticking points in US-Iran negotiations: The two sides remain divided over Iran’s nuclear programme and uranium stockpile, the US blockade, the release of $20bn in Iranian assets, and Tehran’s demand for $270bn in war reparations.
  

• Geopolitical ripple effects: OPEC is reportedly in “crisis mode” amid the energy shock and the UAE’s plan to exit the group. Trump is also weighing a reduction of US troops in Germany after tensions with Berlin.
  

• US-Germany tensions: Trump said the US was considering reducing its troops in Germany over Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s refusal to join Washington’s war against Iran – a force estimated between 35,000 and 50,000 troops.
  

• EU pushes back: Following Trump’s comments, the European Union said Thursday that the deployment of US troops in Europe was in Washington’s interest. “Our NATO allies are also increasing their defence spending at an unprecedented pace,” EU spokeswoman Anitta Hipper added.

In the Gulf

• Iran condemns Bahrain citizenship revocations: Tehran says Manama violated the rights of 69 people stripped of citizenship for allegedly supporting Iranian attacks. Bahrain’s Ministry of Interior accused them of “colluding with foreign entities”, while Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs called the move “discriminatory” and an attempt to deflect from support for US-Israeli actions.

In the US

•  ‘$25bn’ cost of the war so far: US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth was asked during a fiery exchange in Congress about the cost of 60 days of conflict, and replied that it was estimated at less than $25bn so far.
  

• Long blockade: Trump has told national security officials to prepare for a long blockade of Iran’s ports to compel Tehran to give up its nuclear programme, according to the Wall Street Journal.
  

• ‘No more Mr. Nice Guy’: “Iran can’t get their act together. They don’t know how to sign a nonnuclear deal. They better get smart soon!” Trump posted on his Truth Social platform, alongside an illustration of himself holding an assault rifle, with the caption “NO MORE MR. NICE GUY!”
  

• Economic toll of the blockade: Washington says it has seized nearly $500m in Iranian crypto assets under “Operation Economic Fury” to ramp up pressure. Meanwhile, US Democrats are criticising the war’s $25bn cost, citing higher fuel and food prices for Americans.

In Israel

• Israel warns Iran: Israel’s defence minister said his country may soon have to “act again” against Iran, to ensure the Islamic republic “does not once again become a threat to Israel”.

In Lebanon and Gaza

• Lebanon slams Israel: Lebanese President Joseph Aoun condemned the “continuing Israeli violations” in south Lebanon, saying they included “demolitions of homes and places of worship, while the number of killed and wounded rises day after day”.
  

• Deadly Lebanon strike: Israeli strikes on three south Lebanon villages killed nine people, among them two children and five women, according to Lebanon’s Health Ministry.
  

• Gaza crisis deepens: Israeli forces have intercepted a Gaza-bound civilian aid convoy in what a press officer described as a possible “kidnapping on the high seas”, while Palestinians continue to be killed in the Gaza Strip despite a fragile “ceasefire”.

Global economy

• Oil jumps: Global crude prices soared following reports of a possible extended blockade, with Brent jumping above $119 a barrel to its highest level since 2022 and US benchmark WTI above $105.
  

• Record profits: French fossil fuel giant TotalEnergies said net profit rose 51 percent in the first quarter to $5.8bn, boosted by higher oil prices linked to the war in Iran.
  

• Asia hit hard by rising oil prices: The Asia Pacific region, heavily reliant on Middle East oil, is feeling the strain as Brent crude nears $120 a barrel. The Asian Development Bank has cut growth forecasts and raised inflation projections, with higher fuel and food prices hitting millions.
  

• ‘Major energy crisis’: The world is facing a “major energy and economic challenge” as oil prices have soared in the wake of the war, said International Energy Agency chief Fatih Birol at a Paris meeting. With the world faced with “the biggest energy crisis in history”, oil prices were “putting a lot of pressure in many countries”, he added.

Iran war: What’s happening on day 62 as Trump asks Iran to ‘give up’?

Iraq Economic News And Points To Ponder Thursday Evening 4-30-26

US Extends Deadline For Lukoil Asset Sales To May 30

2026-04-30 Shafaq News- Baghdad/ Washington   The US Treasury Department extended the deadline for energy companies to finalize deals to acquire foreign assets owned by Russian Lukoil to May 30, 2026, from an earlier May 1 cutoff.

According to a statement from the department, the United States has imposed strict conditions on the sales, barring the Russian side from receiving any direct payments, with proceeds instead held in frozen accounts under US supervision to prevent their use in financing the war effort.

The extension marks the fifth since sanctions were imposed last October. The move forms part of US pressure on Moscow over the war in Ukraine, with sanctions forcing Lukoil, Russia’s second-largest oil producer, to divest its international portfolio, estimated at $22 billion.

Lukoil operates the West Qurna-2 field in Basra, one of Iraq’s largest oil fields, under a contract with the Oil Ministry. Development began after 2010, with production starting in 2014. The field holds substantial reserves and produces between 400,000 and 470,000 barrels per day, making it a key contributor to Iraq’s oil revenues and export capacity.

Read more: Russia’s Lukoil turmoil deepens risks for Iraq’s West Qurna-2 oilfield

https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/US-extends-deadline-for-Lukoil-asset-sales-to-May-30

Oil Jumps On US Military Option Against Iran

2026-04-30 Shafaq News   Oil prices rose on Thursday on a report the U.S. is ‌considering potential military action against Iran to break the deadlock in negotiations to end the war, increasing concerns of more supply disruptions to already curtailed Middle East exports.

Brent crude futures for June rose $5.27, or 4.5%, to $123.30 a barrel as of 0347 GMT after gaining 6.1% in the previous session. The June contract, which ​has increased for a ninth day, expires on Thursday and the more active July contract was at $113.10, up $2.66, or 2.4%, ​after gaining 5.8% in the previous session.

U.S. West Texas Intermediate futures for June were up $2.42, or 2.3%, ⁠at $109.30 a barrel, after climbing 7% in the previous session, climbing in eight of nine sessions.

Both benchmarks are on track for their ​fourth month of gains.

U.S. President Donald Trump is slated to receive a briefing on Thursday on plans for a series of military strikes ​on Iran in hopes it will return to negotiations on its nuclear programme, according to an Axios report late on Wednesday.

The U.S. and Israel began air strikes on Iran on February 28 and it retaliated by closing off almost all shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a chokepoint for energy supplies from​Middle Eastern producers. Amid a ceasefire that has paused active combat, the U.S. has imposed a blockade on Iranian ports.

Talks to resolve the ​conflict, which has killed thousands and caused what analysts say is the world's biggest energy disruption ever, have deadlocked, with the U.S. insisting on discussing ‌Iran's alleged ⁠nuclear weapons programme and Iran demanding some control over the strait and reparations for damage from the war.

"The oil market has moved from over-optimism to the reality of the supply disruption we are seeing in the Persian Gulf," said ING analysts in a note.

In a sign the conflict and resulting energy supply disruptions are set to continue for longer, Trump spoke on Wednesday with oil companies about how to mitigate ​the impact of a possible​months-long U.S. blockade, a White ⁠House official said.

"Prospects for any near-term resolution to the Iran conflict or a reopening of the Strait of Hormuz remain dim," IG market analyst Tony Sycamore said in a note.

The OPEC+ grouping of members of​the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and its allies is likely to agree a small increase ​of around 188,000 ⁠barrels per day in oil output quotas on Sunday, sources told Reuters on Wednesday.

The meeting comes just after the United Arab Emirates' withdrawal from OPEC, effective May 1, which is expected to deal a blow to the oil producer group's ability to control prices. Although the Gulf nation's exit ⁠would allow ​it to raise production after exports restart, analysts say that is unlikely to affect ​market fundamentals this year, especially with the Hormuz closure and other production disruptions from the war.

"Gulf countries, including the UAE, will take months to return to pre-war production ​volumes," Wood Mackenzie analysts said in a note. (REUTERS) https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Oil-jumps-on-US-military-option-against-Iran

Basrah Crudes Surge Despite Global Losses

2026-04-30 Shafaq News- Basrah   Iraq’s Basrah crude jumped nearly 12% on Thursday, even as global oil markets declined. 

Basrah Heavy crude climbed by $14.44 to $135.33 per barrel, while Basrah Medium crude rose by $14.44 to settle at $137.43 per barrel.  Brent crude futures fell $2.05, or 1.7%, to $115.98 a barrel as of 1016 GMT.

https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Basrah-crudes-surge-despite-global-losses

Iraq Imports From Turkiye Fall To $659 Million In March

2026-04-30 Shafaq News- Ankara   Iraq ranked eighth among Turkiye’s top importers with $659 million worth of goods in March, down from $774 million in February, the Turkish Statistical Institute (TURKSTAT) stated on Thursday.

Germany ranked first with imports valued at $1.82 billion, followed by the United Kingdom at $1.419 billion, the United States at $1.378 billion, Italy at $1.216 billion, France at $995 million, Spain at $846 million, and Romania at $802 million.

Exported goods included manufactured products, as well as agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining, and quarrying, which together accounted for 94% of Turkiye’s total exports.

https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Iraq-imports-from-Turkiye-fall-to-659-million-in-March

Dinar For Dummies: No BS Iraqi Dinar Talk With Businessman/Investor

Dinar For Dummies: No BS Iraqi Dinar Talk With Businessman/Investor

4—30-2026

For those following the Iraqi dinar market, the landscape is shifting faster than ever. In a recent, in-depth discussion hosted by Stephen Campolo on Dinar For Dummies, seasoned investor Thom Sieloff shared his expert analysis on the current state of Iraqi currency and what the future might hold.

By breaking down the intricate intersection of Middle Eastern politics and global economics, the conversation provides much-needed clarity for those trying to separate speculation from reality.

A major focus of the discussion is the evolution of Iraq’s political hierarchy. Sieloff, known for his diligent daily briefings, highlights the complexities surrounding the selection of key leadership figures

 The consensus is clear: for the Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) to make significant moves regarding the dinar’s exchange rate, a stable and functioning government is an absolute prerequisite. The dialogue emphasizes that while the path toward this stability is often murky, the involvement and approval of international powers like the U.S. and the UK remain central to the country’s progress.

Beyond domestic politics, the conversation widens to address the high-stakes geopolitical pressures currently influencing the region. The speakers analyze how factors such as oil revenue security—compounded by potential blockades in the Strait of Hormuz—and shifting alliances within OPEC contribute to a volatile environment.

Furthermore, the discussion touches upon the strategic economic pressures that have been applied over the years to nudge Iraq toward necessary financial reforms. For the individual investor, understanding these macro-level dynamics is essential for contextualizing the current market climate.

Perhaps the most valuable takeaway from the episode is the emphasis on investor mindset. Both Campolo and Sieloff caution against “headline fatigue,” reminding their audience that daily news cycles are often meant to trigger emotional reactions rather than reflect long-term value. Instead, they advocate for a disciplined approach involving diligent research and the use of modern tools—such as AI-driven verification—to ensure one is making decisions based on facts rather than rumors.

Whether you are tracking the dinar, the Vietnamese dong, or other international currencies, the advice remains the same: stay grounded. The current period is one of accelerated political and economic change, requiring both patience and a healthy dose of discernment.

 For a deeper dive into these topics, we encourage you to watch the full video on the Dinar For Dummies YouTube channel to stay informed and better prepared for your investment journey.

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

UAE Drops Bombshell, Oil and Gold to Surge

UAE Drops Bombshell, Oil and Gold to Surge

Daniela Cambone:  4-30-2026

In a recent, high-stakes episode of The Daniela Cambone Show hosted by ITM Trading, Daniela Cambone sat down with world-renowned economist Professor Steve Hanke to dissect a series of earth-shaking developments in the global economy.

From the sudden realignment of the Middle East energy landscape to the underlying forces driving persistent inflation, the interview provides a masterclass in how geopolitics and monetary policy intersect to shape our financial future.

The headline news of the discussion was the United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) decision to exit the OPEC cartel effective May 1st.

According to Professor Hanke, this isn’t merely a logistical change; it’s a strategic pivot driven by a “pump now or lose out” mentality. The UAE is increasingly frustrated by strict production quotas and views the long-term horizon for real oil prices as declining.

Furthermore, Hanke highlights a growing sense of regional insecurity. With heightened tensions involving Iran and the broader Middle East, the UAE is concerned that future geopolitical disruptions could hinder their ability to export oil later.

By leaving OPEC, they gain the autonomy to accelerate extraction and maximize revenues while the markets are still accessible, fearing that their underground “black gold” might eventually be devalued by volatility and shifting alliances.

The conversation took a deep dive into the broader implications of Middle Eastern instability. Hanke notes that as regional tensions rise, the traditional balance of power is tilting. While the United States faces significant strategic and economic setbacks in the region, Russia and China are emerging as key beneficiaries of the shifting dynamics.

Professor Hanke did not hold back in his critique of current U.S. foreign policy. He described the American approach to the ongoing regional conflicts as ill-prepared, suggesting that the current narratives mirrors the flawed justifications used during the lead-up to the Iraq war.

He questioned the efficacy of modern military intervention, suggesting that “winning” in today’s complex global context is an increasingly elusive concept that carries heavy economic costs.

Moving from the oil fields to the Federal Reserve, Hanke offered a sobering perspective on inflation. While main stream media often focuses exclusively on interest rate hikes, Hanke argues that inflation is fundamentally a result of money supply growth.

Despite the Fed’s attempts to cool the economy, Hanke predicts that inflationary pressures will remain “sticky” due to continued bank lending and money creation.

He suggests that we shouldn’t expect a radical departure from the Federal Reserve’s current steady-state policy until a new leadership takes the helm, leaving investors to grapple with a prolonged period of diminished purchasing power.

For those looking to protect their wealth, the most striking part of the interview was Hanke’s medium-to-long-term outlook on commodities, particularly gold. Despite the usual market ebbs and flows, Hanke remains decisively bullish. He points to China’s massive role in commodity demand and the steady accumulation of gold by central banks as primary drivers for the metal’s value.

When asked about price targets, Hanke’s projections were bold: he sees gold continuing its upward trajectory, potentially reaching $6,000 to $7,000 per ounce in the long term.

This forecast is rooted in the belief that gold remains the ultimate hedge against monetary mismanagement and geopolitical chaos.

The insights shared by Professor Steve Hanke serve as a wake-up call for investors and policy watchers alike. As the UAE chooses independence over cartel quotas and the global power structure reshuffles, the importance of understanding monetary supply and hard assets has never been higher.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_DjereXFYh4

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Digital Finance Breakthrough: U.S. and UK Advance Crypto and Tokenization Frameworks

Regulatory momentum in two major economies signals accelerating transition toward a digitized financial system

OVERVIEW (KEY POINTS)

The United States and the United Kingdom are both advancing key policies that move financial systems closer to regulated digital asset integration, marking a significant step toward next-generation financial infrastructure.

This is happening now as U.S. lawmakers push forward a comprehensive crypto market structure bill, while the UK formalizes rules allowing tokenized funds to operate within existing financial regulations.

Key players include U.S. regulators, UK financial authorities, institutional investors, and global markets preparing for blockchain-based financial operations.

The broader implication is clear: digital assets are transitioning from experimental markets into regulated financial systems, signaling structural evolution in global finance.

KEY DEVELOPMENTS

1. U.S. Pushes Forward Crypto Market Structure Bill

Legislative momentum is building.

• Senate efforts aim to define oversight between major financial regulators

• Bill progression signals movement toward clear regulatory framework

2. Regulatory Clarity Targets Institutional Adoption

Framework designed to reduce uncertainty.

• Addresses issues like stablecoin yields and compliance standards

• Includes provisions on ethics and legal protections

3. UK Approves Tokenized Funds Within Existing Rules

Digital assets move into mainstream finance.

• Asset managers can now use blockchain for fund operations

• Tokenization integrated without creating separate experimental systems

4. Blockchain Becomes Core Financial Infrastructure

Shift from pilot programs to real-world use.

• Funds allowed to maintain records on distributed ledger technology (DLT)

• Supports onchain transactions as primary system of record

5. Roadmap Expands Toward Tokenized Economy

Future financial architecture taking shape.

• Progression toward tokenized assets and cash flows

• Exploration of digital wallets and smart contract management

WHY IT MATTERS

This development highlights a major shift: digital finance is moving into regulated, institutional frameworks, increasing legitimacy and scalability.

Markets are likely to respond as regulatory clarity reduces uncertainty, potentially unlocking capital flows into digital assets and tokenized systems.

For policymakers, the challenge is balancing innovation with stability, ensuring investor protection while enabling modernization.

At the system level, this reflects a transition toward a digitally integrated financial ecosystem, where blockchain plays a central operational role.

WHY IT MATTERS TO FOREIGN CURRENCY HOLDERS

• Digital assets may influence cross-border transactions

• Currency competition could increase with tokenized systems

• Capital flows may shift toward regulated digital markets

• Exchange systems may become faster and more efficient

IMPLICATIONS FOR THE GLOBAL RESET

• Pillar 1: Institutionalization of Digital Assets

Regulatory frameworks signal that crypto and tokenization are becoming embedded in traditional finance, not operating outside it.

• Pillar 2: Infrastructure Transformation

Adoption of blockchain for core financial processes points to a long-term restructuring of how assets are issued, traded, and settled.

CONCLUSION

The coordinated movement by the U.S. and UK marks a turning point in the evolution of financial systems, where digital assets gain formal recognition within regulatory structures.

As frameworks solidify, the gap between traditional finance and digital systems continues to narrow, accelerating adoption and integration.

This is not a speculative phase—it is a measured transition toward a new financial architecture.

When regulation embraces innovation, the foundation of the financial system begins to transform.

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

SOURCES

• Cointelegraph — "Tillis to push Senate Banking vote on stalled crypto bill"

• Cointelegraph — "UK regulator clears path for tokenized funds within existing rules"

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Iraq Economic News And Points To Ponder Thursday Afternoon 4-30-26

The Toman Loses 65% Of Its Value In 6 Months

Money and Business   Economy News - Follow-up   The Iranian currency continued its sharp decline in the parallel markets against the US dollar on Thursday morning, coinciding with increasing economic pressure from Washington on Tehran amid fears of a possible renewal of military conflict in the Middle East region.

The US dollar traded at 179,850 tomans, with the local currency losing more than 16% in one week and about 38.65% in the past six months, driven by escalating regional tensions and the ongoing naval blockade of Iranian oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.    https://www.economy-news.net/content.php?id=68487

Iraq Announces Its Rejection Of Any Illegal Measures That Would Hinder International Trade.

Money and Business   Economy News — Follow-up   Iraq announced its rejection of any illegal measures that would hinder international trade.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated in a statement received by “Al-Eqtisad News” that “the Permanent Representative of the Republic of Iraq to the United Nations, Ambassador Luqman Al-Faily, participated in the Security Council session held on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, which was dedicated to discussing the item on the maintenance of international peace and security: maritime security.”

The Ambassador delivered a speech on behalf of the Republic of Iraq, in which he emphasized "the great importance that Iraq attaches to maritime security and freedom of navigation, reiterating its full commitment to ensuring freedom of navigation in international waterways, particularly in the Arabian Gulf region and the Strait of Hormuz, in accordance with the provisions of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS)."

He pointed out that "any threat to these corridors represents a direct danger to the stability of the Iraqi economy, as they are the main route for its oil exports and foreign trade."

He also called for "activating mechanisms for dialogue and cooperation between the Gulf littoral states, stressing his rejection of any illegal measures that would hinder international trade, given their negative impact on global supply chains and their repercussions on energy and food prices." https://www.economy-news.net/content.php?id=68485

Al-Zaydi Discusses With Taif Sami The Files Of Salaries And Financial Revenues

Money and Business     Economy News – Baghdad   Prime Minister-designate Ali Faleh al-Zaidi discussed the issues of salaries and financial revenues with Finance Minister Taif Sami on Thursday.

A statement from his media office, received by "Al-Eqtisad News," stated that "Prime Minister-designate Ali Falih Al-Zaidi met with Finance Minister Taif Sami."

The statement indicated that "the meeting reviewed the financial situation in Iraq, including financial revenues and the salary file, as well as discussing the challenges facing the financial situation under the current circumstances, and the importance of continuing to work on maximizing and diversifying financial resources."https://www.economy-news.net/content.php?id=68492

Oil Jumps On US Military Option Against Iran

2026-04-30 Shafaq News   Oil prices rose on Thursday on a report the U.S. is ‌considering potential military action against Iran to break the deadlock in negotiations to end the war, increasing concerns of more supply disruptions to already curtailed Middle East exports.

Brent crude futures for June rose $5.27, or 4.5%, to $123.30 a barrel as of 0347 GMT after gaining 6.1% in the previous session. The June contract, which ​has increased for a ninth day, expires on Thursday and the more active July contract was at $113.10, up $2.66, or 2.4%, ​after gaining 5.8% in the previous session.

U.S. West Texas Intermediate futures for June were up $2.42, or 2.3%, ⁠at $109.30 a barrel, after climbing 7% in the previous session, climbing in eight of nine sessions.

Both benchmarks are on track for their ​fourth month of gains.

U.S. President Donald Trump is slated to receive a briefing on Thursday on plans for a series of military strikes ​on Iran in hopes it will return to negotiations on its nuclear programme, according to an Axios report late on Wednesday.

The U.S. and Israel began air strikes on Iran on February 28 and it retaliated by closing off almost all shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a chokepoint for energy supplies from​Middle Eastern producers. Amid a ceasefire that has paused active combat, the U.S. has imposed a blockade on Iranian ports.

Talks to resolve the ​conflict, which has killed thousands and caused what analysts say is the world's biggest energy disruption ever, have deadlocked, with the U.S. insisting on discussing ‌Iran's alleged ⁠nuclear weapons programme and Iran demanding some control over the strait and reparations for damage from the war.

"The oil market has moved from over-optimism to the reality of the supply disruption we are seeing in the Persian Gulf," said ING analysts in a note.

In a sign the conflict and resulting energy supply disruptions are set to continue for longer, Trump spoke on Wednesday with oil companies about how to mitigate ​the impact of a possible​months-long U.S. blockade, a White ⁠House official said.

"Prospects for any near-term resolution to the Iran conflict or a reopening of the Strait of Hormuz remain dim," IG market analyst Tony Sycamore said in a note.

The OPEC+ grouping of members of​the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and its allies is likely to agree a small increase ​of around 188,000 ⁠barrels per day in oil output quotas on Sunday, sources told Reuters on Wednesday.

The meeting comes just after the United Arab Emirates' withdrawal from OPEC, effective May 1, which is expected to deal a blow to the oil producer group's ability to control prices. Although the Gulf nation's exit ⁠would allow ​it to raise production after exports restart, analysts say that is unlikely to affect ​market fundamentals this year, especially with the Hormuz closure and other production disruptions from the war.

"Gulf countries, including the UAE, will take months to return to pre-war production ​volumes," Wood Mackenzie analysts said in a note.   (REUTERS) https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Oil-jumps-on-US-military-option-against-Iran

Gold Rises Slightly, Eyes Second Monthly Decline

2026-04-30 Shafaq News   Gold edged higher on Thursday on ‌dip-buying, but was on track for a second straight monthly fall as elevated oil prices kept fears alive of inflation and higher-for-longer interest rates.

Spot gold was up 0.5% at $4,567.16 per ounce, as of 0549 ​GMT, after falling to its lowest point since March 31 in the last session. ​Bullion was down about 2.2% so far this month.

U.S. gold futures for ⁠June delivery rose 0.4% to $4,578.10.

"Gold has struggled again this month as oil strength has dominated ​the narrative. Rising crude pushes up inflation expectations and interest rate forecasts, which in turn ​caps gold's appeal," said Tim Waterer, chief market analyst at KCM Trade.

However, "a combination of bargain-hunting and expectations that a peaceful resolution to the (U.S.-Iran) conflict will be found at some point are providing something of a ​floor for gold," he said.

Brent crude rose above $124 a barrel on a report that the U.S. ​was considering potential military action against Iran to break the deadlock in negotiations to end the war, ‌increasing ⁠concerns of more supply disruptions to already curtailed Middle East exports.

The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady on Wednesday, but in its most divided decision since 1992 noted rising concerns about inflation in a policy statement that drew three dissents from officials who no longer feel the ​U.S. central bank should ​communicate a bias towards ⁠lowering borrowing costs.

Traders are now pricing out Fed rate cuts entirely for this year, with markets now seeing a 30% chance of ​a hike by March 2027, sharply up from roughly 5% a day ​prior. FEDWATCH

While gold ⁠is traditionally seen as a hedge against inflation, high interest rates weigh on its appeal as a non-yielding asset.

Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump discussed how to mitigate the impact of a possible ⁠months-long ​U.S. blockade of Iran's ports with oil companies.

Spot silver rose ​1.1% to $72.26 per ounce, platinum gained 1.9% to $1,914.85, and palladium was steady at $1,458.75. All three metals were also on ​track for a second straight monthly fall. (REUTERS)

https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Gold-rises-slightly-eyes-second-monthly-decline

Dollar Climbs In Baghdad And Erbil Markets

2026-04-30 Shafaq News- Baghdad/ Erbil   The US dollar opened Thursday’s trading higher in Iraq, hovering around 154,000 dinars per 100 dollars.

According to Shafaq News market survey, the dollar traded in Baghdad's Al-Kifah and Al-Harithiya exchanges at 153,900 dinars per 100 dollars, up from the previous session’s 153,750 dinars.

In the Iraqi capital, exchange shops sold the dollar at 154,500 dinars and bought it at 153,500 dinars, while in Erbil, selling prices stood at 153,700 dinars and buying prices at 153,550 dinars.

https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Dollar-climbs-in-Baghdad-and-Erbil-markets

Gold Prices Rise In Baghdad And Erbil Markets

2026-04-30 Shafaq News- Baghdad/ Erbil   On Thursday, gold prices hovered around 1 million IQD per mithqal in Baghdad and Erbil markets, continuing their upward trend, according to Shafaq News market survey.

Gold prices on Baghdad's Al-Nahr Street recorded a selling price of 996,000 IQD per mithqal (equivalent to five grams) for 21-carat gold, including Gulf, Turkish, and European varieties, with a buying price of 992,000 IQD. The same gold had sold for 986,000 IQD on Wednesday.

The selling price for 21-carat Iraqi gold stood at 966,000 IQD, with a buying price of 962,000 IQD.

In jewelry stores, the selling price per mithqal of 21-carat Gulf gold ranged between 995,000 and 1,005,000 IQD, while Iraqi gold sold for between 965,000 and 975,000 IQD.

In Erbil, 24-carat gold was sold at 1,140,000 IQD per mithqal, 22-carat gold at 1,046,000 IQD, 21-carat gold at 998,000 IQD, and 18-carat gold at 855,000 IQD. https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Gold-prices-rise-in-Baghdad-and-Erbil-markets-4-1

Reset Intelligence: Let’s Land this Thing

Reset Intelligence: Let’s Land this Thing

4-30-2026

Iran ran out of options on Tuesday.

Not in stages. All at once.

Inside one news cycle the regime lost the corridor, the wells, the oil cartel, and the man who runs the last open dollar route.

Treasury sanctioned 35 banks under Operation Economic Fury.

The press covered that.
The buried line beside it was the one that mattered.

Paying Iran for Strait of Hormuz transit is now a US sanctions exposure.

For US banks. For non-US banks.

For anyone in the wire.

The corridor that runs the world’s oil has a price tag the dollar system is forbidden from paying.

Then Bessent went on camera.

Kharg Island, the terminal that handles 92% of Iran’s exports, is near storage capacity.

Days, not weeks.

When Kharg fills, Iran stops pumping.

When the wells stop, the reservoir cones.

Pressure inverts. Groundwater pushes into the rock and traps the remaining oil for good.

The geology turns on the regime.

He put a number on the bleed: $170 million a day.

Hours later, UAE walked out of OPEC.

60 days of Iranian missiles, and the third-largest producer chose its own interest over oil cartel discipline.

The oil-pricing room loses its anchor on May 1.

Same day, the new Iraqi PM-designate took office.

Ali al-Zaidi. Former chair of the bank Treasury already pushed off Iraq’s daily dollar auction in February 2024.

The corridor that produced the seat now needs the seat to protect it.

Read it back together.

Iran can’t sell the oil.

The cartel that gives it neighbours just shrank.

The Iraqi rail it routes the parallel dollar volume through has a chair on top of a sanctions risk and a Treasury countdown.

There is one variable left moving without a name on it.

The Iraqi dinar peg has held through a war, a constitutional vacuum, a cash-pallet halt, and a five-month deadlock.

It has held because the daily CBI dollar auction has held.

The auction holds because banks the size of Al-Janoob have routed the parallel volume.

Treasury just priced the parallel route.

Everything in the room got named this week.
Except the IQD peg.

We are getting close people. Let’s land this thing.

Two paths from here:

⑴ al-Zaidi shields his old bank to keep the parallel route open. The peg holds, Treasury escalates the next bank.

⑵ al-Zaidi cuts Al-Janoob to clear his name with Washington. The parallel breaks, the rate moves first.

Which one?

Most of you have been holding IQD, VND, VES for years. Some over a decade.

Right now, sanctions are stacking, choking the snake that has run through Iraqi banks for years.

Source(s):
• https://x.com/EXIT_FIAT/status/2049466517016965436
• https://x.com/EXIT_FIAT/status/2049641985372487814

https://dinarchronicles.com/2026/04/30/reset-intelligence-lets-land-this-thing/

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