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EPISODE · Aug 25, 2025 · 35 MIN

Iraq’s Economy Rebounds—But Is the Dinar Still at Risk?

from My FX Buddies · host Tish Washington

Iraq is witnessing signs of economic recovery, but challenges remain. Link to My FX Buddies BlogEconomist Haider Al-Sheikh explained that while market activity has improved after the Arbaeen pilgrimage, the rising demand for the US dollar is pushing exchange rates higher in Baghdad and Kurdistan.From seasonal factors like winter and school openings, to political uncertainty and US sanctions on Iraqi banks, the dinar’s stability remains vulnerable. Food prices, dollar shortages, and commercial fraud add another layer of pressure to Iraq’s fragile economy.Support My FX Buddies:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://cash.app/$tishwash⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.... ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://paypal.me/tishwash⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠....In this episode, we break down:Why the dinar is under pressure despite economic growth.How US sanctions on 35 banks are fueling dollar volatility.The real story behind rising food prices and import fraud.Why political calm is temporary and what events could shake the economy again.Kickstart or Reboot Your Weight Loss/Healthy Eating Habits Audio Only $7 (Limited Time Offer!)Kickstart or Reboot Your Weight Loss – Only $7 (Limited Time Offer!) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/tishwash/e/4....Ready to stop starting over? This 10-minute audio is your spark.✅ Motivating & Honest — Hear the truth about why diets fail and what to do instead.🎧 Whether you're starting fresh or getting back on track — this is the push you've been needing.👉 Download now for just $7 — limited-time pricing.This marks a historic moment for Iraq’s economic future, signaling stronger international credibility, enhanced trade opportunities, and progress toward sustainable development.👉 Subscribe for more updates on Iraq’s economy, oil markets, and global financial trends. Don’t forget to like, share, and tap the 🔔 to stay informed.#Iqd⁠ #IraqiDinar⁠ #exchangeratetoday#IraqiDinar #IraqEconomy #ForexNews #DollarExchangeRate #Kurdistan #BlackMarket #IraqFinance #CurrencyUpdate

Iraq is witnessing signs of economic recovery, but challenges remain. Link to My FX Buddies BlogEconomist Haider Al-Sheikh explained that while market activity has improved after the Arbaeen pilgrimage, the rising demand for the US dollar is pushing exchange rates higher in Baghdad and Kurdistan.From seasonal factors like winter and school openings, to political uncertainty and US sanctions on Iraqi banks, the dinar’s stability remains vulnerable. Food prices, dollar shortages, and commercial fraud add another layer of pressure to Iraq’s fragile economy.Support My FX Buddies:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://cash.app/$tishwash⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.... ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://paypal.me/tishwash⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠....In this episode, we break down:Why the dinar is under pressure despite economic growth.How US sanctions on 35 banks are fueling dollar volatility.The real story behind rising food prices and import fraud.Why political calm is temporary and what events could shake the economy again.Kickstart or Reboot Your Weight Loss/Healthy Eating Habits Audio Only $7 (Limited Time Offer!)Kickstart or Reboot Your Weight Loss – Only $7 (Limited Time Offer!) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/tishwash/e/4....Ready to stop starting over? This 10-minute audio is your spark.✅ Motivating & Honest — Hear the truth about why diets fail and what to do instead.🎧 Whether you're starting fresh or getting back on track — this is the push you've been needing.👉 Download now for just $7 — limited-time pricing.This marks a historic moment for Iraq’s economic future, signaling stronger international credibility, enhanced trade opportunities, and progress toward sustainable development.👉 Subscribe for more updates on Iraq’s economy, oil markets, and global financial trends. Don’t forget to like, share, and tap the 🔔 to stay informed.#Iqd⁠ #IraqiDinar⁠ #exchangeratetoday#IraqiDinar #IraqEconomy #ForexNews #DollarExchangeRate #Kurdistan #BlackMarket #IraqFinance #CurrencyUpdate

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