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US Treasury Lifts Restrictions on Several Iraqi Exchange Firms, Central Bank Says

The US Department of the Treasury has lifted restrictions on several Iraqi exchange companies, the Central Bank of Iraq said on Sunday. The firms can...

Iraqi Dinar Devaluation How will the Currency Change Affect Prices, Households, and Businesses?

Iraqi dinar devaluation has renewed concerns about prices, imports, and household finances across Iraq. The currency lost around 15 percent of its value following...

US Treasury Lifts Restrictions on Several Iraqi Exchange Firms, Central Bank Says

The US Department of the Treasury has lifted restrictions on several Iraqi exchange companies, the Central Bank of Iraq said on Sunday. The firms can...

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US Treasury Lifts Restrictions on Several Iraqi Exchange Firms, Central Bank Says

The US Department of the Treasury has lifted restrictions on several Iraqi exchange companies, the Central Bank of Iraq said on Sunday. The firms can...

Central Bank of Iraq Triples Housing Finance Allocation to 3 Trillion Dinars

The Central Bank of Iraq has raised the funds it allocates to support the housing sector to 3 trillion Iraqi dinars, about $1.97 billion,...

Iraqi Dinar Devaluation How will the Currency Change Affect Prices, Households, and Businesses?

Iraqi dinar devaluation has renewed concerns about prices, imports, and household finances across Iraq. The currency lost around 15 percent of its value following...

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Kurdistan Oil Budget Pressures Mount as Baghdad Payments Lag

The Kurdistan Region of Iraq faces mounting fiscal pressure as Baghdad continues to delay budget transfers. The Kurdistan Budget shortfall is threatening salaries, debt...

Gold Prices Surge in Baghdad and Erbil

Gold prices surge across Iraq as Baghdad and Erbil markets recorded strong gains on Monday. The rise follows global economic developments and high investor...

U.S. Tariff Threat Puts Iraq’s Economy at Risk

Iraq economy faces potential strain after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened a 25% tariff on any country trading with Iran. The move underscores Iraq’s...

Erbil Cancels Syrian Products Fair Over Aleppo Violence

Erbil, Iraq – January 12, 2026 – The Erbil authorities have canceled the Syrian Products Fair, scheduled for January 26, at the Erbil International...

IRAQ US Dollar Rate Climbs Across Markets

Iraq’s US dollar rate continued rising on Sunday, signaling renewed pressure on local currency markets. Moreover, traders in Baghdad and Erbil reported higher prices...

Iraq Gold Prices Decline Across Baghdad and Erbil Markets

Iraq Gold Prices fell on Sunday, affecting both Baghdad and Erbil markets. This decline reflects shifting demand and market fluctuations. Traders reported a slight...

Dollar Fluctuations in Iraq Spark Public Concern, Experts Downplay Risk

Dollar fluctuations in Iraq’s parallel market have raised public concern, but experts say the impact is temporary and manageable. The key phrase, dollar fluctuations,...

Dollar Pressure Grows as Iraq Faces Oil Revenue Risks

Iraq is witnessing renewed currency stress as Dollar Dinar Pressure increases across local exchange markets, reflecting deeper economic challenges linked to oil revenues, fiscal...

Contractors Financial Dues Receive Prime Minister Attention

Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ al-Sudani confirmed that he is actively addressing contractors' financial dues across Iraq. In particular, the announcement followed a Wednesday meeting...

Iraq Foreign Reserves Reach 108 Billion

Iraq foreign reserves rose to 108 billion dollars, signaling improved financial stability for the country. Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani announced the increase during...

Dollar Rates Slip in Baghdad and Erbil Markets

Dollar rates fell in Baghdad and Erbil on Tuesday, signaling modest adjustments in Iraq’s currency market. Consequently, traders monitored the change closely, because dollar...

Syria Iraq Meet to Strengthen Border Crossings and Cooperation

Damascus, Dec. 15, 2025 – Officials from Syria and Iraq met on Monday to enhance Syria Iraq cooperation. They focused on improving border crossings...