Wednesday, January 14, 2026

COFFEE WITH MARKZ: IQD Revaluation Discussion

IQD Revaluation Discussion: Central Bank Autonomy, Global News & Market Rumors

Disclaimer: This article summarizes commentary and opinions shared in discussions about the Iraqi Dinar (IQD) revaluation. The views expressed are personal opinions, not financial advice. Always verify information against official sources and consult licensed professionals for financial decisions.


🏦 Central Bank of Iraq: Autonomous Monetary Authority

One of the most important points raised in recent discussions is the autonomy of the Central Bank of Iraq (CBI).

Unlike legislative bodies, the CBI operates independently on monetary policy — including exchange‑rate decisions — without needing full government formation to act. This means the bank could theoretically adjust exchange rates even if the political process is not complete.

However, there is no public confirmation that the CBI uses government formation as an internal “stability benchmark” before changing the official rate. This is a matter of speculation and not verified by official policy statements.

Reuters and Iraq’s official statements show the CBI selects exchange‑rate policy independently, focusing on economic fundamentals, not political timelines. 


📰 Official Exchange Rate Remains Stable

Recent official reporting confirms that for the 

2026 federal budget, the Central Bank has kept the official exchange rate at 1,300 Iraqi dinars per US dollar — the same level used in previous years.

This does not indicate a sudden revaluation. Instead, it reflects a decision to maintain exchange‑rate stability for budgeting and fiscal planning

This stability offers clarity for economic accounts but does not confirm a rate change or “RV”.


📈 Credit Rating & Banking Reform Efforts

Several developments show Iraq’s ongoing financial reforms:

🔹 Improving Credit Rating Initiatives

Iraq is actively working to boost its sovereign credit rating by coordinating multi‑agency policy teams — including the CBI, Ministry of Finance, and international advisers — to improve governance, risk control, and international confidence. 

🔹 Working With Oliver Wyman

The Central Bank and government advisors are reviewing public debt and banking reforms with Oliver Wyman, a global advisory firm, to modernize financial systems and enhance stability. 

Reforms like these are infrastructure progress, but they are  not confirmations of a revaluation date.


🌍 Global Economic Rumors vs. Verified Information

In community discussions, various rumors circulate, such as:

  • Speculation about global leaders or events triggering an “RV switch”

  • Claims of IRS or U.S. Supreme Court actions directly influencing currency revaluation

  • Linking foreign events (e.g., Iranian currency fluctuation, or Davos/WEF meetings) to imminent IQD movement

These are rumors without credible evidence. No authoritative economic source has connected U.S. judicial actions or world forums to Iraq’s monetary policy.

While global markets do influence economic confidence, official policy changes come from measurable economic factors, not rumors.


📊 Iraq’s Real Economic Context

Here’s what verified news tells us:

🔹 Government Reform Path Completed?

Iraq’s Prime Minister recently stated that the government has completed its financial and economic reform path, a statement tied to broader institutional changes. 

🔹 Currency Market Conditions

Independent reports show that the Iraqi dinar continues to trade differently across official and market channels, reflecting real supply‑and‑demand pressures rather than sudden “revaluation.” Market commentators have noted that unofficial rates frequently trade weaker than the official rate — a sign of market dynamics. 


🧠 Featured Snippet 

The Central Bank of Iraq is autonomous and has maintained the official IQD rate at 1,300 per U.S. dollar for the 2026 budget. Iraq continues financial reforms and credit rating improvement efforts, but no official rate change or revaluation has been publicly confirmed.


❓ Q&A: Key Questions on IQD Revaluation

Q: Can the CBI change the IQD rate without a government?

Yes. The Central Bank is independent, but it typically bases decisions on economic data and stability, not political events.

Q: Does Iran’s currency movement affect the IQD?

Not directly — currency conditions in other nations do not automatically trigger policy changes in Iraq.

Q: Is there a confirmed “RV date”?

No — official institutions have not announced a revaluation date.

Q: What is the official exchange rate for 2026?

The CBI selected 1,300 IQD per USD for budgeting purposes. 

Q: Are banking reforms underway?

Yes. Iraq is coordinating reform efforts with international advisers to boost credibility and financial infrastructure. 


🧱 Final Analysis

Discussions about speculative timing, global events, or ethnopolitical narratives are not evidence of policy action.

What is factual:

  • Iraq continues economic reforms

  • The CBI maintains exchange‑rate policy based on economic considerations

  • Official rates are set for fiscal planning, not speculation

  • No authoritative source confirms a sudden revaluation

Understanding the difference between official signals and rumors is essential for informed analysis.


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MarkZ Disclaimer: Please consider everything on this call as my opinion. People who take notes do not catch everything and its best to watch the video so that you get everything in context.  Be sure to consult a professional for any financial decisions

Member: Good Morning….Great to see you all today. 

Member: We have a 3-day federal holiday weekend this weekend with Martin Luther King, Jr Day. With all the other news. I wonder what are the chances of things happening this weekend??

Member: Any bond updates?

MZ: My bond update is there will be a meeting occurring in about 2 hours for a contact. This one is in Europe…in Zurich. Very quiet in Asia right now….but hope to get a update soon.

 MZ: In Iraq: “ A new rise on the exchange rate on the dollar in Iraq” The dinar rate is sliding as people are using the dollar. 

MZ: “The governor of the Central Bank of Iraq meets discusses with Oliver Wyman Company and ways to improve Iraq’s sovereignty and credit rating” They want to lift the value of their currency and get a better credit rating. This article is telling us they are getting ready for that change. 

Member:  Does anybody else think this Maliki, Sudani election is a smoke screen?

Member: I think a lot of things they are doing is a smoke screen!!

Member: Some days it seems like Iraq doesn’t want to RV

Member: Mnt. Goat still thinks they will delete the 3 zeros this month 

MZ: The Iranian currency crashed this week……yesterday in the wee hours. I am a bit concerned and think Iraq may have already gone if not for what is happening right now in Iran. 

MZ: Everything happening in Venezuela and Iran look good for the global reset …but may have slowed things down a bit. 

MZ: But I am still hearing things are well underway and we are on the precipice for our blessing.

Member: Have you heard that Trump is pausing all IRS transactions for 90 days while they look for fraud?

MZ: Yes. A number of people who work for the IRS told me and they are looking forward to changes. There are rumors that in 6 days or so they will announce the end of the IRS or a change to the “External Revenue Service” . Lots of rumors and very difficult to know what is reality and what is not. 

MZ: Our best move may be to sit back and watch it. 

Member: Any dong news?

MZ: I did reach out to a banker and they are very much organizing and training on the Vietnamese dong and expect the dong the Iraqi dinar to go at the same time.  

Member: Silver is at $88 but the asking price is $91

Member: They are saying possible $300 dollar silver soon. 

Member: I'm hearing HSBC must exit all silver positions by jan 31st which should push silver to $347

Member: Ariel believes scotus may go against Trump on tariffs and Trump will start throwing RV switches we r looking for….good rumor to watch. 

Member: If they vote against tariffs….possible it forces the RV?

Member: Supreme Court Tariff ruling today- supposedly

Member: Just saw that Supreme Court won't rule on tariffs today

Member: Why am I not surprised. 

Member: Skye thinks we are in a 72 hour window. 

Member: President Trump will be heading to DAVOS soon. Big world economic meetings this weekend…may be important for us. 

MZ: I believe he addresses the forum on the 19th which is in 5 days. “Trump to speak at globalist WEF forum “ What’s it going to look like?  Can’t wait to see it. 

Member: Hi Mark- have any of your redemption contacts given you any RV exchange protocols? If not, do you know if they will?

Member: Just take all your currency, and receipts…..and everything you would take to the bank to open new accounts with…..but hopefully we get a detailed list before then. 

Member: Have a great day to all……the best is yet to come.

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