Summary:
Another Monday, another highly anticipated “Coffee with MarkZ” session, where the pulse of the RV community is taken. On November 17, 2025, MarkZ, as captured in highlights by PDK (and remember, these are not verbatim and best consumed by watching the full video for complete context), offered his latest insights into the ongoing journey towards a potential currency revaluation. True to his disclaimer, MarkZ reminds us that these are his opinions, and financial decisions should always be made with the advice of a professional.
This week, the sentiment wasn’t one of being “in limbo,” but rather, as MarkZ put it, perhaps “in the doldrums for news while they finish it up.” It’s a subtle but significant distinction, suggesting movement behind the scenes even if direct updates are scarce. This resonates with a member’s hope that the current quiet spell is the long-awaited “quiet before the RV,” a period often theorized to precede significant changes. Bond contacts remained silent on Monday, which MarkZ noted is not unusual for the start of the week, adding to the sense of a temporary pause in direct reports.
However, the quiet doesn’t mean a lack of foundational movement, especially concerning Iraq’s financial infrastructure. A major highlight discussed was the Iraqi Central Bank (CBI) “enforc[ing] full capital adequacy compliance across all banks.” MarkZ pondered the implications of this crucial step: Is it preparation for full integration into the global banking system? For ascension into the World Trade Organization (WTO)? For new and improved values for their currency? Or, most intriguingly, for all three and possibly even more? He emphasized the “interesting timing for things to come together at one time,” questioning if it’s mere coincidence or a meticulously e------d plan.
The discussion then pivoted to Iraq’s push for WTO ascension, with a government advisor confirming that an “Amendment to the Trade Agency Law supports Iraq’s ascension to the World Trade Organization” and Prime Minister Al-Sudani actively championing it. Sudani’s current efforts in Erbil addressing Hydrocarbon Law (HCL) issues further underscore Iraq’s commitment to fulfilling international requirements. The perennial question arose: Does Iraq need to be in the WTO before the RV, or will the RV be the catalyst for their WTO entry? MarkZ believes Iraq has already “completed all the requirements,” suggesting that the current holding pattern is largely about “optics and timing,” aligning the value changes with the official WTO ascension. Frank26’s belief that “the float is already finished in Iraq” received an emphatic endorsement from MarkZ, who declared, “I very much think that float is ready to rip!”
As Thanksgiving approaches, the community’s anticipation is palpable. Members floated various theories for potential timing: before the end of the month for a “wonderful Holiday season,” after January 1 when Iraq’s Parliament reconvenes, or even coinciding with ISO20022 implementation on November 22. The upcoming NewsWeek cover featuring Sudani on November 21st also added to the buzz, possibly signaling a moment ripe for global attention. The collective longing was distilled into a prayer for “nothing, nothing, nothing…then Suddenly. Praying for ‘SUDDENLY’ and SOON’.” The image of a “champagne bottle in my frig…..just sitting…..just waiting LOL” perfectly encapsulated the enduring hope and readiness within the community.
In closing, MarkZ’s Monday Coffee session, while acknowledging the “doldrums” in immediate news, painted a picture of intense background activity and strategic alignment within Iraq. The CBI’s capital adequacy, Sudani’s relentless pursuit of WTO ascension and HCL resolution, and the consensus that the “float is ready to rip!” all point towards a culmination that feels increasingly imminent. As always, the advice remains to “stay positive and stay safe,” keeping a watchful eye on developments as we navigate these intriguing times.
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Monday Coffee with MarkZ. 11/17/2025
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
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Member: Good morning Mark, mods and rv friends!
Member: Any news Mark or are we still in limbo???
MZ: I don’t think we are in limbo- I think we may be in the doldrums for news while they finish it up….
Member: Some used to say there would be lots of confusion ..then quiet before the RV. Hope we are in the quiet part and RV is next.
MZ: Remember we do not know the timing.
MZ: There is zero, zilch news from bond contacts. That is not unusual as I don’t usually get updates until Tuesday or so.
Member: CBI ENFORCES FULL CAPITAL ADEQUACY COMPLIANCE ACROSS ALL BANKS
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MZ: I wonder what they are preparing for? Is it a full integration into the global banking system? Is it for ascension into the World Trade Organization? Is it for new and improved values for their currency? Or is it for all 3? (and even some extra things)
MZ: It is interesting timing for things to come together at one time. Coincidence or a plan?
Member: mark z what’s most important HCL law or bonds get REER out. We are getting close to thanksgiving
Member: Some gurus say no RV until after Jan. 1….Iraq Parliament reconvenes on Jan 8. That’s why I think we may be waiting that long.
MZ: “ Government Advisor: Amendment to the Trade Agency Law supports Iraq’s ascension to the World Trade Organization” and “ Al Sudani supports Iraq’s ascension to the World Trade Organization with a new law”
MZ: They are trying to wrap up everything so they can ascend to the WTO. Sudani is in Erbil right now working on the HCL issues.
Member: I wonder if Iraq needs to be in the WTO before they an RV?
Member: I think the WTO is waiting for them to RV and then they let them in the WTO!!!
MZ: We know they have completed all the requirements. We have read multiple documents and articles on that. I think its all optics and timing…and they are holding it to go at the same time as the value changes.
Member: Frank26 thinks the float is already finished in Iraq
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MZ: I very much think that float is ready to rip!
Member: I pray we see the rv before the end of the month so all of us have a extra wonderful Holiday season!
Member: Thanksgiving may be the best time to rv. 4 day weekend and congress out of town
Member: They may make us wait till ISO20022, which goes into affect Nov. 22.
Member: Sudani will be on the cover of NewsWeek on Nov. 21.
Member: nothing, nothing, nothing…then Suddenly. Praying for “SUDDENLY” and SOON”
Member: I have a champagne bottle in my frig…..just sitting…..just waiting LOL
Member: Have a nice day to everyone….stay positive and stay safe.
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Mod: MarkZ “Back To Basics” Pre-Recorded Call” for Newbies 10-19-2022 ) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=37oILmAlptM
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Source: Dinar Recaps
Video Summary (Related Information Only):
The video presents a multifaceted discussion blending current global political and economic events with an in-depth exploration of water quality and health. Initially, the speaker comments on recent developments in global banking, Iraq’s political landscape, and world trade, highlighting Iraq’s progress toward joining the World Trade Organization and the ongoing political negotiations following their e-------s. There is a focus on global economic conditions, including gasoline prices worldwide, government debt statistics, and food stamp fraud in the U.S., all contextualized within broader socio-political movements such as protests in Mexico and U.S. military actions in the Caribbean.
Key Insights
[01:12] Iraq’s Strategic Economic Reforms: Iraq’s enforcement of full capital adequacy compliance across banks and passage of trade laws aligned with WTO standards indicates a significant move toward integrating with the global economy. This strategic positioning not only aims to stabilize Iraq’s financial system but also to attract foreign investment, signaling potential economic growth and increased geopolitical importance in the Middle East.
[17:36] Global Fuel Price Disparities Reflect Political and Economic Control: The stark differences in gasoline prices—from as low as 3 cents per liter in Libya to over $1.50 in Jordan—highlight how state control over natural resources and subsidies can dramatically affect citizens’ living costs. These disparities underscore the economic challenges faced by countries dependent on imports or those with high taxation, impacting inflation and social stability.
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[27:48] Widespread SNAP Fraud Undermines Social Welfare Efficacy: The discovery that hundreds of thousands benefit fraudulently from SNAP programs exposes systemic vulnerabilities in social welfare administration. This not only drains resources intended for vulnerable populations but fuels political debates about program integrity, necessitating reforms such as mandatory reapplication to ensure aid reaches genuine recipients.
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