COFFEE WITH MARKZ, (SPANISH), 8 SEPT

 Mark Z y Michael Cottrell Charla del viernes por la mañana 9-8-2023

Miembro: Buenos días a todos….Bienvenidos a otro fin de semana.

Miembro: Esperemos que hoy recibamos buenas noticias... las necesitamos.

Miembro: ¡Quizás este sea el fin de semana que estábamos esperando!

MZ: Hay tantos rumores por ahí. Estoy seguro de que los tableros están iluminados en este momento con anticipación... Definitivamente siento que estamos cerca. Ayer se liberó de las expectativas.

MZ: Anoche muchos pensaron que sucedería de la noche a la mañana... Realmente no pensé que estuviera listo todavía.

MZ: La gente de Bond sigue muy callada. Una pareja admitió que tienen un acuerdo de confidencialidad, lo que me hizo sentir mejor.

MZ: Seguimos escuchando fantásticas historias sobre banca personal de ustedes...

Miembro: Mark, soy uno de los principales asesores financieros de las empresas de jubilación más grandes de EE. UU. y hemos estado haciendo crecer nuestro Departamento de Patrimonio Personal muy rápidamente y creando nuevos servicios.

Miembro: MarkZ ¡Acabo de enterarme de que se están enviando avisos de SKR!

MZ: No se han pagado las SKR.

Miembro: Dijo que Rusia recortó la producción... precios más altos del petróleo = tipo de cambio más alto en el dinar

Miembro: ¡¡¡Rezando para que la moneda estadounidense esté respaldada por oro antes que RV!!!

Miembro: El viernes pasado hablé con un banquero de la SECU (unión de crédito de empleados estatales) y me dijeron que la nueva nota del tesoro estará disponible en octubre de este año.

MZ: Tantas historias bancarias suyas, de administradores de patrimonio, etc....

Miembro: Mi pequeño banco local está inactivo por mantenimiento. Esto también se aplica a la banca móvil.

MZ: “Un nuevo ferrocarril unirá por fin a Irak e Irán”. Tendrán un vínculo físico para la infraestructura y eso demuestra cuán poderosos se han vuelto los BRICS. Y se están alejando de Estados Unidos. Para que esto suceda, creo que Irak necesita tener su nueva moneda. Las exportaciones de Irán a Irak alcanzarán los 12.000 millones a finales de año. Para mí esto es un claro alejamiento del control occidental de Irak.

MZ: La última vez que Irak tuvo una gran moneda, estaba fuera del control de Estados Unidos. Este es un gran paso para Irak y su independencia.

Miembro: Irán ya ha sido aceptado en los BRICS... Apuesto a que Irak también se unirá pronto.

Miembro: ¿Nos estamos acercando a Nesara?

MZ: En mi opinión, sí... personalmente lo espero este otoño. Este no es un proceso de un día, así que cuando digo "caer"... creo que las cosas tienen que empezar ahora.

Miembro: Creo que Nesara ha estado en curso. Es un proceso largo para cambiar los sistemas.

Miembro: No hay muchos que hablen del final del año fiscal federal.

Miembro: sí, el año fiscal de EE. UU. y muchos otros termina el 31 de septiembre y el año fiscal 2024 comienza el 1 de octubre. Puede ser un buen momento para cambiar todo.

Miembro: ¿puede decirnos el proceso que probablemente tendremos que seguir cuando lo hagamos? ¿Cómo será su procesamiento? ¿Qué tenemos que hacer en cuanto a las huellas dactilares y todo este tipo de cosas?

Miembro: Mark siempre ha dicho que debería ser lo mismo que abrir una nueva cuenta bancaria... no hay nada de qué preocuparse.

Miembro: ¿Cuánto tiempo tendremos para cambiar nuestra moneda una vez que se liberen los números 800?

Miembro: Mark siempre decía unos 10 días para concertar nuestras citas y 30 días para intercambiar... más o menos.

Miembro: Recuerdo el año pasado en esta época, pensé que estábamos casi allí y aquí todos seguimos aquí.

Miembro: Yo también recuerdo eso. Siguen pasando los días, semanas, meses y años. un día pronto llegaremos allí

Miembro: Por favor, que este fin de semana sea la gota que colme el vaso, jajaja.

Miembro: Dije que sucedería hace 9-11 semanas, ¡veamos!

MZ: Por alguna razón mi instinto dice lo mismo…..

Miembro: Tiene sentido, Mark, originalmente se suponía que se lanzaría el 11 de septiembre.

Miembro: Eso sería un equilibrio kármico asombroso si fuera cierto.

Miembro: Voto por el "11". SÍ ! Vayamos en autocaravana el día 11... ¡¡¡Por favor!!!!!!!!!!!

Miembro: Para mí tiene sentido que activen el cambio de tipos cuando Forex esté cerrado (viernes a las 5 p. m. EST - domingo a las 5 p. m. EST) para darle al mundo la oportunidad de prepararse. ¡Pero sólo estoy adivinando!

Najaf MP calls for investigation into dollar manipulation at Mosul Bank branch in Najaf Airport, 8 SEPT

 Najaf MP calls for investigation into dollar manipulation at Mosul Bank branch in Najaf Airport, 8 SEPT

Shafaq News / The MP for Najaf governorate, Ahmed Majid, called on Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al Sudani on Thursday to intervene and stop the manipulation and embezzlement of dollars at the Mosul Investment and Development Bank branch at Najaf Airport.

Majid told Shafaq News Agency that "the Integrity Commission (CoI) revealed that the Mosul Investment and Development Bank, Najaf Airport branch, transferred the airport's balance from dollars to dinars at the official rate and closed its current account despite the need for dollars."

He added that "the Mosul Investment and Development Bank is considered an economic party and has caused the waste of public money estimated at 1.14 billion dinars due to converting revenues from dollars to dinars and disbursing money at the official rate."

Majid emphasized that he has submitted a request to PM Al Sudani to "open a high-level investigation into the embezzlement of funds and dismiss the director of Najaf Airport due to the airport's management's complicity with the bank's management."

Earlier, CoI announced that it had seized all documents related to violations committed by the Mosul Investment and Development Bank at Najaf Airport, which resulted in the loss of more than one billion dinars. It pointed out that this was due to the airport management's failure to take legal action against the bank, which allowed the bank to exploit and benefit from these violations.

No comment has been obtained from the bank or Najaf Airport regarding this information.

https://shafaq.com/en/Iraq-News/Najaf-MP-calls-for-investigation-into-dollar-manipulation-at-Mosul-Bank-branch-in-Najaf-Airport

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Iranian official thanks Iraq, KRI for services rendered during Arbaeen, 8 SEPT

 Iranian official thanks Iraq, KRI for services rendered during Arbaeen, 8 SEPT

Shafaq News / Hojatoleslam Mohammad Hasan Abu Turabi Fard, the temporary Friday prayer leader in Tehran, expressed his heartfelt appreciation to Iraq, both its government and its people, including the Kurdistan Region, for their unwavering dedication in providing services to the millions of pilgrims who participated in the Arbaeen Pilgrimage.

During his Friday sermon, Hojatoleslam Abu Turabi Fard declared, "The presence of over 4 million Iranian pilgrims in this epic has engendered yet another epic."

He further acknowledged, "The pivotal role played by the esteemed Iraqi government and the great Iraqi people in facilitating this extraordinary turnout is undeniable. Men, women, and youth, their pure hearts pulsating with zeal, have come together to honor the revered master, Imam Hussein, peace be upon him."

Hojatoleslam Abu Turabi Fard continued, "We extend our gratitude to the noble youth from various backgrounds, the popular and jihadist processions, within the Islamic Republic of Iran, and especially to the people of Kurdistan in Iraq, who enriched this grand humanitarian and emotional movement with their efforts and hearts filled with love for the Lord of Martyrs."

He went on to say, "The meticulous planning, worthy of praise by the statesmen of Iran and Iraq, alongside the military and security institutions, played an admirable role in this epic and is deserving of glory and acclaim."

Last month, a source in the office of Iraq's Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, disclosed the Kurdistan Regional Government's participation by sending 100 modern buses as part of the government's plan to transport and accommodate pilgrims during Arbaeen.

The source stated to Shafaq News Agency, "The Prime Minister's office proposed the participation of the Kurdistan Regional Government in the transportation plan, and the proposal received support and cooperation from the President of the Region, Nechirvan Barzani."

The source clarified, "this year's transportation plan differs from previous years," highlighting that "the directives from al-Sudani entail the rental of approximately 1200 large buses, in addition to 200 smaller buses, to complement the existing fleet of over 2000 government buses and vehicles. Twenty-three trains will also be operated to prevent extortion and exploitation of pilgrims during their transportation to and from Karbala."

The Holy Shrines in Iraq reported last week that the total number of visitors who flocked to the holy city of Karbala for the observance of Imam Hussein's Arbaeen exceeded 22 million pilgrims.

Meanwhile, the Iraqi Red Crescent Society announced that it had provided services to more than 3 million Iraqi and foreign visitors during the Arbaeen ceremonies.

The Commander-in-Chief of Iran's internal security forces, stated two days ago that four million Iranian pilgrims had crossed into Iraq through the land and air borders of Iran to participate in the Arbaeen visit.

Prime Minister al-Sudani praised the Kurdistan Region's support for the Arbaeen observance, describing the number of participants as "unprecedented," with pilgrims exceeding 22 million.

https://shafaq.com/en/Iraq-News/Iranian-official-thanks-Iraq-KRI-for-services-rendered-during-Arbaeen

"RV UPDATE" BY MARKZ, 8 SEPT

MarkZ   

[via PDK]  From Iraq...A chief strategist of the AFC Iraq fund is talking about how “Banks will fuel the next market phase of Iraq” they have made exceptional progress. Top tier banks have a lot of funding and money and this is where the future is going to explode for Iraq…and they are now ready to start funding entrepreneurs, projects etc…. 

This is a great piece that shows us where Iraq is heading...We were told the banking implementation is key for them to be able to change their value. It also brings financial security. 

 Question:   If IQD and VND have agreements…will they not float up together?   MarkZ:   I do not expect a float. But, I am prepared in case there is one.  I expect a substantial change in value …then maybe a small float. 

 ..we are starting to see changes in bank values etc. But, not an open trade on them yet...We have seen this in the past and it’s our theory that they are preparing the process when we see those rate changes. Is this the one where they actually pull the trigger???...

The banker side has a lot of anticipation for late this afternoon...We have bank personnel keeping us abreast if any of these currencies become “tradable”...We will see what materializes.  [post 2 of 2]

There are interesting things showing on currency converters…from the Forbes one to the EIX…. There are some interesting values showing on many of our currencies... 

There are a lot of “inconsistencies” on currency calculators right now. We are seeing Bolivar made it up to .35 cents. (doesn’t mean you can exchange it right now) We tried... Dong rates have also been bouncing around... 

Investing in International Stocks, 8 SEPT

 Whether you’re looking to strengthen your portfolio through diversification or create new avenues to explosive growth, international stocks can be an excellent component of your investment portfolio.

Expanding international economies, increasing productivity, and improving standards of living are creating a new global middle class. These trends suggest that the world’s most dramatic economic growth over the next century will occur outside the United States. Many investors should strongly consider allocating a percentage of their portfolio to stocks in international markets.

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Five top international stocks in 2023

1. ASML Holding

Headquartered in the Netherlands, ASML Holding (ASML -1.43%) is one of the world’s leading providers of semiconductor manufacturing equipment. Beyond powering computers and mobile devices and providing the hardware foundations for big leaps forward in artificial intelligence, semiconductors are now essential components for automobiles, appliances, and a wide range of other everyday products and services.

Access to chip supplies is also a major national security issue for countries around the world. As a result, there's a big push for localized chip production in the U.S., Europe, and other major markets. ASML is set to play a big role in expanding global manufacturing capacity.

2. CD Projekt

Based in Poland, CD Projekt (OTGL.Y 3.68%) has established itself as a strong player in the video game industry. The company is best known for properties including The Witcher and Cyberpunk 2077, but it also operates an online marketplace and sharing platform for digitally distributing games.

Demand for interactive entertainment is still poised for huge growth over the long term. CD Projekt has compelling opportunities as it releases content expansions for existing titles, launches new properties, and taps into emerging trends, including augmented reality and the metaverse.

3. MercadoLibre

MercadoLibre (MELI -0.04%) is a leading provider of e-commerce and fintech services in Latin America. The company was founded in Argentina and is still growing quickly there, but it actually does most of its business in Brazil and also generates a major portion of its revenue in Mexico. MercadoLibre has continued to increase sales at a rapid clip despite macroeconomic headwinds, and it's actually making a big hiring push at a time when many other businesses are reducing their employee counts. MercadoLibre’s forefront positions in online retail and fintech point to huge expansion potential as these services become more popular in Latin America.

4. Shoprite Holdings

The United Nations predicts Africa will account for more than half of global population growth through 2050, and Shoprite Holdings’ (SRGH.Y 8.86%) status as the continent’s largest grocery chain positions it to benefit from economic and demographic tailwinds. The company is headquartered in South Africa and operates roughly 3,150 locations across 14 countries.

5. HDFC Bank

India's largest private sector lender, HDFC Bank (HDB 2.16%), is in a favorable position to benefit as the country’s economy continues to develop. The company has more than 7,800 branches across more than 3,800 cities and towns. HDFC is also a player in the digital payments space and appears poised to benefit from “the war on cash.”

Should I invest in international stocks and funds?

Foreign markets present opportunities that you miss if your holdings are strictly limited to U.S.-based stocks. While foreign companies sometimes come with added risks, international companies tend to be cheaply valued relative to comparable businesses in the U.S.

Many investors prefer to pay more for domestic stocks because business growth in international markets is considered less reliable than growth in the U.S. Another big factor is that most investors simply aren’t as familiar with opportunities in international markets because they have limited personal experience with foreign companies -- and because these businesses tend to receive less coverage from U.S. analysts and media outlets.

But with the vast majority of global population growth in the coming decades projected to occur outside of the U.S., the associated demographic factors and the industrialization of relatively underdeveloped areas suggest that this century’s biggest economic growth will also happen outside the country.

As the world’s largest economy, the U.S. economy is likely to grow more slowly than countries with smaller, less-developed economies. While the U.S. has a population of roughly 330 million, India and China each have populations of roughly 1.4 billion people, and rising per-capita productivity could allow the economies of both of those countries to surpass the value of the U.S. economy by 2030.

Even countries such as Poland, which is home to roughly 41 million people and has actually seen its population shrink in recent years, could expand its gross domestic product (GDP) at rates that significantly exceed the growth rate of GDP in the U.S. Poland is benefiting from industrialization initiatives and a fast-growing tech sector that are boosting most Polish companies.

Of course, domestic companies are working to expand their presence in international markets and should profit from global growth. Investing in foreign stocks is a way to have a direct stake in growth outside the U.S. and to benefit from a broader range of market trends and opportunities.

How can I trade foreign stocks in the U.S.?

As an American, you can gain portfolio exposure to international stocks in a few different ways.

Invest in internationally focused funds

The easiest (and perhaps safest) way for you to invest in foreign stocks is by investing in exchange-traded funds (ETFs) or mutual funds that include non-domestic companies.

Buying shares of a fund such as the Vanguard FTSE Europe ETF (VGK 0.24%) gives you a position in more than 1,300 companies on the continent, while the iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF (EEM 0.19%) confers exposure to more than 1,200 large and mid-size companies from countries such as China, India, Brazil, South Korea, and South Africa. Alternatively, the iShares PHLX Semiconductor ETF  (SOXX -0.42%) mostly consists of U.S. companies, but Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM -0.39%) stock is one of its biggest components. The fund also includes foreign chipmakers ASML Holding and NXP Semiconductors(NXPI -0.49%), among others.

Buy American depositary receipts

Some foreign companies list their stocks on U.S. exchanges in addition to their home markets, in which case you can simply purchase shares on the Nasdaq or the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) through domestic brokerages, just as you would for a U.S.-based company. These shares will usually be in the form of American depositary receipts (ADRs) and represent equity stakes equivalent to a predesignated number of shares of the company’s core stock on its home exchange. For example, an ADR share of the Chinese video streaming company iQiyi (IQ -3.57%) trading on the Nasdaq is roughly equivalent to seven ordinary shares on the Chinese exchange.

You may also have the opportunity to buy ADR stakes in companies that don’t trade on U.S. exchanges through over-the-counter (OTC) markets accessible through your broker. But be aware that ADRs may not offer privileges such as voting rights conferred by owning a company’s home-market shares, so you may need to be willing to forgo the prospect of voting as a shareholder to acquire stakes in promising international companies.

Gain direct international access through a broker

The other main way to invest in foreign stocks is by using a brokerage to obtain direct access to the exchange where the company is listed. A global account with a participating U.S. brokerage is suitable, or you can establish a brokerage account in the country where you intend to trade.

Opening a global account or foreign brokerage account may cause you to incur fees and taxes and face additional regulations much more than you’d expect from a U.S. equity market. Also, your investment is not protected by domestic securities laws, and you could face difficulty achieving restitution through a foreign court.

https://www.fool.com/investing/stock-market/types-of-stocks/international-stocks/

Coffee with MarkZ and Mr. Cottrell 09/08/2023

MarkZ Friday Update- Some highlights by PDK-Not verbatim

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 everyone….Welcome to another weekend

Member: Let's hope we get some great news today… we need it.

Member: Maybe this will be the weekend we have been waiting for!!!

MZ: So many rumors out there. I am sure the boards are lit up right now with anticipation…..I definitely feel like we are close. IT was off the hook yesterday with expectation

MZ: Many thought it would happen overnight last night….I really didn’t think it was ready yet. 

MZ: Bond people are still staying awfully quiet. A couple did admit they are under NDA’s which made me feel better

MZ: We continue to hear fantastic personal banking stories from you guys…..

Member: Mark, I’m one of the Top Financial Advisor for the largest Retirement Firms in the US and we have been growing our Personal Wealth Department very quickly and creating new services

Member: MarkZ I just heard that SKR notices are being sent out!

MZ:  SKR's have not been paid.

Member:  Said Russia cutting production… higher oil prices =higher Dinar rate

Member:  Praying the USA currency to be gold backed before RV!!!

Member: Last Friday I talking with a SECU  (state employees credit union) banker and was told the new treasury note will be available in October of this year. 

MZ: So many banking stories from you all from wealth managers ect…...

Member:  My small local bank is down sat and sun for maintenance. that goes for mobile banking as well.

MZ: “ A new railway will at last link Iraq and Iran”  They will have a physical link for infrastructure and it shows how powerful BRICS has become. And they are stepping away from the US.  For this to happen I think Iraq needs to have their new currency. Irans exports to Iraq will hit 12 Billion by the end of the year. To me this is a clear stepping away from western control for Iraq. 

MZ: The last time Iraq had a great currency they were away from US control. This is a big sstep for Iraq and their independence. 

Member: Iran has already been accepted into BRICS…..I bet Iraq will join soon as well. 

Member: Are we getting closer to Nesara?

MZ: IMO yes …I personally expect it this fall. This is not a one day process so when I say “fall” …I believe things have to start now. 

Member: I believe Nesara has been ongoing. its a long process to change over the systems.

Member:  Not many talking about the end of the Federal fiscal year.

Member: yes the US and many others fiscal year ends Sept 31 and the 2024 fiscal year starts Oct. 1st.  May be a good time to switch everything over. 

Member:  can you tell us the process will probably have to go through when we do I exchange what will their processing what we have to do as far as fingerprinting and all these type of things do you know

Member: Mark has always said it should be the same as opening a new bank account….nothing to worry about. 

Member:  How much time will we have to exchange our currency once the 800 numbers are released?

Member: Mark always said about 10 days to make our appointments and 30 days to exchange….more or less. 

Member: I remember last year about this time I thought we were just about there and here we all still here.

Member: I remember that too. the days weeks months and years keep passing by. one day soon we will get there

Member:  Please let this weekend be the straw that breaks the camels back, lol

Member:  I said  it will happen 9-11 weeks ago, let's see!

MZ: : For whatever reason my gut is saying the same thing…..

Member: Makes sense Mark it was originally supposed to be rolled out on 9/11

Member: That would be an amazing karmic balancing if true. 

Member:  I Vote for the " 11th". YES ! Let's RV on the 11th ... Please!!!!!!!!!!!

Member:  It makes sense to me that they would flip the switch on the rate change when Forex is closed (Friday 5pm EST - Sunday 5pm EST) to give the world a chance to prepare. But I'm just guessing!

Member:  Peace, Prosperity and Love to you all

Member: Enjoy your weekend everyone….God Bless

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