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

  1. 4h ago

    Why Iraq Says Financial Reform Can No Longer Wait

    An Iraqi economic expert says the country has officially entered a period https://www.myfxbuddies.com/2026/08/radical-reforms-are-now-urgent-iraqs.htmlof financial hardship—and that meaningful reform can no longer be delayed.According to economist Ziad Al-Hashemi, Iraq's financial challenges are not simply the result of lower oil prices or the size of the country's dollar reserves. Instead, he argues the deeper issues involve how government revenues are managed, uncontrolled public spending, corruption, and long-standing structural weaknesses.In this video we'll examine:✅ Why Iraq is facing financial hardship✅ The difference between reserves and liquidity✅ Why public spending has become a major concern✅ The reforms experts say are urgently needed✅ How these issues could affect Iraq's future economyAl-Hashemi calls for comprehensive reforms, including reducing wasteful spending, combating corruption, recovering public funds, strengthening non-oil revenues, and improving financial management to create a more sustainable economy.Get a free transcript https://rss.com/podcasts/myfxbuddiesWe'll look at what these recommendations could mean for Iraq's financial future and the country's ongoing reform efforts.🔔 Subscribe for more Iraq economic updates, banking reform news, and Iraqi dinar developments.📌 Disclaimer: This video is for news, commentary, and educational discussion. It is not financial or investment advice. The information presented reflects the source material and analysis available at the time of publication.#Iraq #iraqiDinar #iqdrv

  2. 4d ago

    Iraq Banking Reforms: Sanctions Relief, ISX Growth A Stronger Iraqi Dinar?

    Iraq’s banking reform plan is beginning to reshape the country’s financial landscape. My FX Buddies Blog The Iraqi Stock Exchange is seeing renewed optimism as banking reforms move forward, international sanctions are eased on some banks, and financial institutions work toward stronger compliance, governance, and modernization.According to market officials, banks now represent one of the main engines of Iraq’s capital market, with banking companies accounting for a significant portion of trading activity and market value.This new phase includes:✅ Banking sector restructuring✅ Possible mergers between weaker institutions and stronger partners✅ Increased deposits and lending activity✅ Improved profitability✅ Greater confidence from shareholders and investors✅ Potential growth in foreign investment interestGet a free transcript https://rss.com/podcasts/myfxbuddiesAs Iraq’s banks upgrade technology, strengthen balance sheets, and reconnect with international financial systems, the impact could extend beyond banking into industries such as telecommunications, agriculture, and manufacturing.Could Iraq’s banking reforms become a major turning point for the Iraqi economy?Watch the full analysis.🔔 Subscribe for more Iraq economic updates, banking reform news, and Iraqi dinar developments.📌 Disclaimer: This video is for news, commentary, and educational discussion. It is not financial or investment advice. The information presented reflects the source material and analysis available at the time of publication.#Iraq #iraqiDinar #iqdrv

  3. Jul 26

    Could Iraq Remove a Zero From Its Currency? Here's What We Know

    Could Iraq be preparing for a major currency reform?https://www.myfxbuddies.com/2026/07/could-iraq-remove-zero-from-its.htmlA new proposal reportedly under study by the Iraqi government could potentially reshape the country's currency system and have implications for the Iraqi dinar.According to economic expert Haider al-Sheikh, the proposal is being considered as part of broader economic reforms designed to recover cash circulating outside the banking system, increase government liquidity, and potentially strengthen the Iraqi dinar.like to support My FX buddies? Cashapp $tishwash The proposal reportedly includes two possible approaches:🔹 Introducing redesigned Iraqi banknotes while maintaining existing denominations🔹 Removing one zero from the currency through a redenomination processImportantly, the proposal has not been formally approved.Large or unusual exchanges could reportedly face additional scrutiny as authorities attempt to identify the source of funds and recover potentially hidden or illicit wealth.The proposal is also being connected to Iraq's broader anti-corruption efforts and the government's attempt to bring more cash into the formal banking system.But what could this actually mean for the Iraqi dinar?Could a currency change help strengthen the dinar?Could removing a zero make the currency easier to manage?And how would such a reform affect Iraq's economy, banking system, and the millions of dinar holders watching these developments closely?There's also an important distinction between changing the currency itself and changing the official exchange rate. According to the article, a previously discussed proposal involving an exchange rate of IQD 140,000 per $100 is no longer being pursued, with the government's current focus reportedly shifting toward currency reform instead.Get a free transcript https://rss.com/podcasts/myfxbuddies/

  4. Jul 25

    Iraq Says the Dollar Will Fall Further — What Happens to the Dinar?

    Iraq's Parliamentary Finance Committee says the value of the U.S. dollar https://www.myfxbuddies.com/2026/07/iraq-says-dollar-will-fall-further-what.htmlcould decrease further as more Iraqi banks resume dollar transactions and restrictions on some banks are lifted.Committee Chairman Uday Awad said the move could affect the dollar exchange rate, the flow of U.S. dollars into Iraq, and the parallel market, potentially benefiting the Iraqi economy and reducing the dollar's value in the local market. Support the channel Cashapp: $tishwash or paypal.me/tishwash The comments come as Iraq's banking sector continues to undergo major reforms and as the Central Bank of Iraq works to reconnect eligible Iraqi banks with international financial channels.Could improved access to dollars through the banking system reduce pressure on Iraq's parallel exchange market? And what could this mean for the Iraqi dinar exchange rate?The Finance Committee also plans to host the Central Bank Governor to discuss the mechanisms and policies surrounding these developments.Meanwhile, the Iraqi government has begun preparing the 2027 federal budget, which is expected to reach Parliament in October and be approved before the end of the year.In this video, we examine what Iraq's latest comments could mean for the U.S. dollar, the Iraqi dinar, the parallel market, Iraqi banks, and the country's ongoing financial reforms.⚠️ Important: A prediction that the dollar may decline does not automatically mean that the Iraqi dinar will experience a major revaluation. The actual exchange rate will depend on monetary policy, foreign currency supply and demand, banking reforms, government finances, and broader economic conditions.What do YOU think?Could the return of more Iraqi banks to dollar transactions finally reduce pressure on the parallel market?👉 Subscribe for more Iraqi dinar news, Central Bank updates, banking reforms, exchange-rate developments, and Iraq economic analysis.Get a free transcript https://rss.com/podcasts/myfxbuddies/

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