Friday, October 18, 2024
Iraq Stock Exchange: Trading Exceeds 18 Billion Dinars In October Week, 18 OCT
Iraq Stock Exchange: Trading Exceeds 18 Billion Dinars In October Week
10/17/2024 Mawazine News – Economy The Iraq Stock Exchange announced today, Thursday, that shares worth more than 18 billion dinars were traded during five sessions this week, which is the third week of October.
According to market indicators, the number of shares traded during this week exceeded 19 billion shares, with a financial value exceeding 18 billion dinars.
The ISX60 market trading index closed at 970.86 points in the first session of the week, while it closed at the end of the week at 988.86 points, achieving an increase of 2.80% over its closing at the beginning of the week.
The ISX15 market trading index also closed at 1060.47 points in the first session of the week, to end the week at 1074.75 points, achieving an increase of 1.33% over its closing at the beginning of the week.
During the week, 4783 buy and sell contracts were executed on the shares of companies listed on the market, reflecting a noticeable activity in trading. https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=256036
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Starting From Rafidain Bank.. Al-Sudani Stresses The Importance Of The Banking Sector Reform Project, 18 OCT
Banks Economy News – Baghdad Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani stressed the importance of banking reform in enhancing citizen confidence and cooperation with local and foreign investors.
The Prime Minister's media office stated in a statement received by "Al-Eqtisad News" that "Al-Sudani chaired a special meeting on efforts related to developing the work of the government banking sector, in the presence of representatives of Ernst & Young for auditing and financial consulting."
During the meeting, "a package of recommendations was presented by the company to proceed with the reform of Rafidain Bank, which included the new legal status of Rafidain Bank, its capital, its work strategy, and the new consultant who will work with the bank to meet the global requirements for modern banking. These recommendations will be presented to the Ministerial Council for the Economy, which will then submit them to the Council of Ministers for approval."
He explained that "the subject of restructuring Rafidain Bank is the first step in the government's banking reforms, which have been given special attention to follow up on all reports related to it, submitted by the relevant authorities, especially by the committee concerned with the restructuring process."
The Prime Minister stressed "the importance of the banking sector reform project, which began with Rafidain Bank, pointing out the work to provide a bank with specifications and standards through which problems can be overcome and confidence given to citizens, in addition to enhancing cooperation with local and foreign investors." https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=48839
DINAR REVALUATION UPDATE , 18 OCT
DINAR REVALUATION UPDATE
Summary
Iraq’s upcoming industrial investment law aims to boost the economy and strengthen the dinar through reforms and increased IMF reserves.
Highlights
- 📈 Upcoming parliamentary vote on the industrial investment law is crucial for Iraq’s economy.
- 💼 The law aims to attract domestic and foreign investment to diversify away from oil dependence.
- 💵 Reforms are intended to support a higher exchange rate for the Iraqi dinar.
- 📊 Recent white papers outline measures for transparency and effective governance to stabilize the economy.
- 🌍 Iraq’s IMF quota increased by 50%, enhancing its financial position and stability.
- ⏳ Timely salary payments in the Kurdistan region reflect improved financial management and economic health.
- ⚖️ Completion of the hydrocarbon law is essential for equitable revenue distribution and regional stability.
Key Insights
- 📈 Significance of Industrial Investment Law: The upcoming vote on this law symbolizes a shift towards economic reform, aiming to stimulate growth and attract investment, crucial for Iraq’s recovery.
- 💼 Diversification Strategy: By encouraging investment in sectors beyond oil, Iraq can stabilize its economy and create jobs, reducing vulnerability to oil price fluctuations.
- 💵 Currency Strengthening Efforts: A stronger dinar will enhance purchasing power and reduce inflation, aligning with the government’s goal of economic stability through strategic reforms.
- 📊 Importance of Transparency: The white papers emphasize good governance as fundamental for investor confidence, indicating that Iraq is serious about implementing necessary reforms.
- 🌍 Increased IMF Quota: Boosting Iraq’s quota at the IMF not only signifies improved financial health but also facilitates access to essential funding for ongoing reforms.
- ⏳ Kurdistan Region’s Progress: Timely salary payments signal better financial management, which can stabilize the economy and improve public services in the region.
- ⚖️ Hydrocarbon Law’s Role: The successful implementation of the hydrocarbon law is pivotal for a fair distribution of oil revenues, fostering stability and collaboration between the federal government and the Kurdistan region.
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