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Iraqi news mostly regarding movement in the process of them increasing the value of their currency the Iraqi Dinar.

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00:30:36

Government advisor: Great stability in the Iraqi...

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2025/08/12

Iraq’s economy is showing major signs of strength as inflation drops below 3% — link to My FX Buddies Blogthe lowest in years. According to the Prime Minister’s financial advisor, this remarkable progress reflects the success of government and monetary policies that have brought calm to currency markets and improved overall economic performance.Support My FX Buddies:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://cash.app/$tishwash⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠... ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://paypal.me/tishwash⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠... In

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00:31:20

Baghdad Sidesteps Kurdistan Salary Talks as Citizens...

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2025/08/11

Kurdistan’s public employees are still waiting for their link to My FX Buddies Blogsalaries — and patience is running out. In this episode, we break down why the Iraqi Council of Ministers failed to address the issue in its latest session, the political and legal battles stalling payments, and how this crisis is impacting ordinary citizens.Support My FX Buddies:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://cash.app/$tishwash⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠... ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://paypal.me/tishwash⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...We’ll

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00:30:37

From the White House to Baghdad: Shaping Iraq’s...

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2025/08/09

💱 Iraq is stepping into the digital future!Parliament Speaker Mahmoud Al-Mashhadani has met with top global and Iraqi experts to discuss digital currency legislation and the transformation of Iraq’s financial markets. From lessons learned in the U.S. and UAE to direct talks with Iraq’s Central Bank Governor, this meeting could be the spark that launches Iraq into the digital economy era.Support My FX Buddies:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://cash.app/$tishwash⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠..

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00:32:36

From Cash to Clicks: Iraq’s Bold Electronic Payment...

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2025/08/08

Iraq is stepping into the future — and it’s all about digital payments.link to My FX Buddies BlogIn a powerful speech at the Comprehensive Transformation of Electronic Payments Conference, Central Bank Governor Ali Mohsen Al-Alaq outlined Iraq’s strategic plan to modernize its economy through secure, efficient, and transparent electronic payment systems.Support My FX Buddies:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://cash.app/$tishwash⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠... ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://paypal.me/tishwash⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠a

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00:25:48

Is Iraq Cleaning House? Iraqi Banking Reform 2025

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2025/08/07

Iraq’s banking system is undergoing its biggest shake-up in decades. link to My FX BuddiesUnder the leadership of the Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) and in partnership with global firm Oliver Wyman, a sweeping reform plan is rolling out that will force banks to either reform, merge, or liquidate by 2028.Support My FX Buddies:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://cash.app/$tishwash⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠... ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://paypal.me/tishwash⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠a free transcript at

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00:34:35

Iran Drops 4 Zeros — Is Iraq Next? 🇮🇶💸

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2025/08/06

Iran is dropping four zeros from its currency — but is this a real solution or just a political smokescreen?link to My FX Buddies Blog As Tehran tries to rebrand its currency in the face of runaway inflation, experts are questioning whether this is reform or just another way to avoid deeper economic changes.📉 In this episode, we break down what "removing zeros" really means, why it's happening now, and whether Iraq might follow the same path. With both nations battling structural

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00:11:06

Unusual Forex Movement on the Iraqi Dinar and the...

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2025/08/04

No blog link for this video but if you are new to my channel I do post dinar updates, and dinar news from Iraq on https://www.myfxbuddies.com/2025/08/c...Just a short video to note some what I would call unusual movements maybe something is going on maybe notThanks for the thumbs up on your way out.Support My FX Buddies:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://cash.app/$tishwash⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠... ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://paypal.me/tishwash⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠a free transcript at

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00:34:01

$1.4T Later… Still No Water, Power, or Progress!

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2025/08/04

🇮🇶 How can a country that spent over $1.4 trillion still suffer from water shortages, daily blackouts, and broken infrastructure? link to My FX Buddies BlogThis video breaks down the shocking truth behind Iraq’s federal budgets from 2006 to 2024—revealing how mismanagement, corruption, and inefficiencies have left the nation in crisis despite historic oil revenues.Support My FX Buddies:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://cash.app/$tishwash⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

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00:31:49

Cash culture dominates Iraq, reform efforts stall 🔥

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2025/08/03

🔥Iraq’s financial system is in crisis — not because of war or oil shortages, but because 92% of the nation’s cash never touches a bank. link to My FX Buddies BlogIn this episode, we break down why distrust, outdated systems, and digital delays are stalling crucial banking reforms. From rural fear to contractor frustration, Iraq’s economy is stuck in a cash culture that’s draining liquidity, choking investment, and crippling financial modernization.Support My FX

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00:25:23

⏳ Only 5 Months Left Will Sudani Drop the RV Before...

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2025/08/02

🎧 Iraq’s 2025 Budget in Limbo — Is 2026 Already on the Table?link to My FX Buddies Blog The Iraqi Parliament is raising serious concerns about the government's failure to submit the 2025 budget—calling it a legal violation and urging immediate preparations for 2026.Support My FX Buddies:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://cash.app/$tishwash⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠... ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://paypal.me/tishwash⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠a free transcript at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rss.com/podcasts/myfxbuddies/....In this

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00:30:33

Iraqi Dinar Rises, Markets Freeze — Here’s Why

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2025/08/01

The Iraqi dinar is gaining strength — but economic activity is slowing down. link to My FX Buddies BlogThis paradox is creating confusion and holding back consumption across markets.In this video/podcast, we explore:Why the dinar’s rise isn’t translating into economic momentumHow consumer behavior has shifted from need toward speculationThe impact of shrinking government spending and policy delaysWhy a stronger currency might actually be signaling recession rather than recoverySupport My FX

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00:31:56

Iran Slashes Four Zeros from Its Currency — Is Iraq...

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2025/07/31

Iran Approves Bold Currency Reform!In a move that has caught the attention of regional economists, the Iranian Parliament has approved a bill to remove four zeros from the national currency. According to officials, this is part of a broader monetary reform effort to restore confidence, reduce inflationary pressure, and simplify transactions.Support My FX Buddies:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://cash.app/$tishwash⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠... ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://paypal.me/tishwash⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠a free transcript at

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00:32:16

Speculation Down, Dinar Up: Iraq’s Digital Shift...

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2025/07/30

Iraq’s currency is gaining strength — and the reason might surprise you. According to the Prime Minister’s financial link to My FX Buddies Blogadvisor, digital payments and e-banking are helping bring down the dollar rate on the parallel market.In this episode, we unpack the real drivers behind the dinar’s recent rise, including the expansion of electronic transactions, improved international compliance, and Iraq’s push toward a data-driven digital economy.Support My FX

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00:26:31

The Iraqi Central Bank opens branches in Halabja

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2025/07/29

Halabja Governor Nokhasha Naseh met with Nabil Al-Najjar, representative of the Central Bank of Iraq, link to My FX Buddies Blogand his accompanying delegation at the governorate's headquarters.According to a statement issued by the governorate's media on Monday, July 28, 2025, the meeting discussed mechanisms for launching the financial circular initiative by the Central Bank and opening a number of bank branches in Halabja Governorate.✨ It’s Not Too Late to Make 2025 Your Year Feeling

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00:18:55

Dollar Dips as Iraq Pays in Oil & Tightens Borders

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2025/07/28

Follow along on the blog click here The U.S. dollar has been falling in Iraq’s parallel market.Economic expert Manar Al-Obaidi has outlined 10 reasons contributing to the Iraqi dinar’s strength.These reasons are a mix of economic shifts, regulatory enforcement, and circumstantial events like elections.Support My FX Buddies:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://cash.app/$tishwash⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://paypal.me/tishwash⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠a free transcript at

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00:32:32

Dollar Down, Dinar Holding Strong — What’s Changing?

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2025/07/28

The Iraqi government is pressing forward with real economic reform — and the dinar is showing signs of strength.link to My FX Buddies BlogSupport My FX Buddies:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://cash.app/$tishwash⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://paypal.me/tishwash⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠a free transcript at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rss.com/podcasts/myfxbuddies/...⁠.In this episode, we break down how Iraq's government program, now in its third year, is stabilizing the market, narrowing the gap between official and

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00:32:40

Payday at last: Erbil workers collect salaries after...

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2025/07/27

Employees and salary recipients in Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Region, link to My FX Buddies Blog flocked to banks and ATMs on Saturday to collect their long-delayed wages, ending an 85-day wait caused by a protracted financial dispute between Baghdad and Erbil.“Even though we received our salaries today and there’s talk of resolving financial disputes, people are still deeply worried,” said Abdullah, a public sector employee. “The public feels used as leverage in political tug-of-wars, and

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00:30:02

Opening an Account Just Got Easier in Iraq

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2025/07/26

Rafidain Bank directed its branches in Baghdad and the governorates on Friday link to My FX Buddies Blogto facilitate bank account opening procedures and eliminate any unnecessary requirements that might hinder the provision of this vital service to citizens .Support My FX Buddies:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://cash.app/$tishwash⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://paypal.me/tishwash⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠a free transcript at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rss.com/podcasts/myfxbuddies/...⁠.The bank said in a statement

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00:33:30

Iraq Caps ATM Fees — What It Means for Salaries & the...

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2025/07/25

In a move that impacts millions of Iraqi workers, the Central Bank of Iraq has set new caps on ATM and POS (Point of Sale)link to My FX Buddies Blog withdrawal fees for salary disbursements — no more than 6 dinars per 1,000 dinars.Support My FX Buddies:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://cash.app/$tishwash⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://paypal.me/tishwash⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠a free transcript at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rss.com/podcasts/myfxbuddies/...⁠.What does this mean for everyday Iraqis? Is it just about fees,

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00:29:01

Iraq Strikes at Dollar Market Chaos!

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2025/07/24

Iraq is moving to eliminate the gap between the official and parallel market exchange rates of the US dollar, link to My FX Buddies BlogEconomic Advisor to the Prime Minister, Mudher Muhammad Saleh, revealed on Tuesday.The official rate set by the Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) is 132,000 dinars per $100, while the parallel market rate has hovered near 139,000 dinars in recent days—a difference the government seeks to erase.Support My FX

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