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Mr. Ammar al-Hakim and al-Amiri are discussing the completion of the ministerial cabin and the escalation in the region
2019/5/17
(Baghdad: al-Furat News) The head of the Alliance for Reform and Reconstruction, Mr. Ammar al-Hakim, with the head of the Fatah alliance Hadi al-Amri completion of the cabinet and the recent escalation in the region.
"The two sides discussed developments in the political situation in Iraq and the region, and the completion of the government cab and the importance of supplying vacant ministries with competent and professional figures," the statement said.
Stressing that "the citizen should feel the real services that restore confidence in the state, and that the implementation of the government program in accordance with the timelines committed by the government to the people and political forces."
The two sides discussed the latest escalation in the region and pointed to its serious repercussions, stressing that Iraq has a pivotal role in calming the situation and resolving the existing crisis.
Stressing that "the citizen should feel the real services that restore confidence in the state, and that the implementation of the government program in accordance with the timelines committed by the government to the people and political forces."
The two sides discussed the latest escalation in the region and pointed to its serious repercussions, stressing that Iraq has a pivotal role in calming the situation and resolving the existing crisis.
Turkish Defense Minister: Our operations in Iraq will not stop
Editorial date: 17/17/2019 • 17:05 times written
Turkish Defense Minister Khulosi Akkar said that Ankara respects the borders of neighboring countries, especially Iraq and Syria, and will continue to do its duty to fight the hotbeds of terrorism.
Akar, speaking after a dinner at the Armed Forces Guest House, said in Ankara on Thursday evening.
Akar added that the Turkish armed forces are also mandated to protect the nation and ensure the safety of its citizens.
"It will continue to carry out its mission to the fullest extent north of both Iraq and Syria, as long as there are terrorist outposts there," he said.
He stressed that "the martyrs and wounded Turkish armed forces are a source of inspiration rooted in the feelings of belonging to this homeland and giving their sacrifices will remain light flares on the path of the championship."
He pointed out that the armed forces are engaged in a fierce struggle with all terrorist organizations at home and abroad, and it protects the interests of the country by land, sea and air.
Baghdad - Mawazine News
The Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) parliamentary bloc on Friday accused the governor of Kirkuk of the agency Rakan Jubouri of Arabization and demographic change of the Kurdish areas and the displacement of the original inhabitants of the Kurds.
"While Iraq is going through a difficult political stage, the region is witnessing worrying developments and events that require the maintenance of social and political cohesion, the application of the constitution, and the failure to repeat the mistakes of the era of the former Baath regime," the bloc said in a statement received by Mawazine News. The demographic change practices are still continuing in the villages and towns of Kirkuk by the (governor of Kirkuk) and the military authority there, especially this time in the village of Balkana and Sargran and sixteen neighboring villages. " "We condemn and deplore these chauvinistic practices in the strongest terms and consider them a serious threat to the peaceful coexistence of Iraq and the entire political process. We call upon all competent authorities to carry out their responsibilities to stop these acts which are contrary to the Iraqi constitution, And at the same time we confirm our stand with the people of these villages and towns in Kirkuk in all constitutional and legal ways, and we will not stand idly by in front of this injustice that is on our people, and will teach those who wronged any turnip turn. "
Akar added that the Turkish armed forces are also mandated to protect the nation and ensure the safety of its citizens.
"It will continue to carry out its mission to the fullest extent north of both Iraq and Syria, as long as there are terrorist outposts there," he said.
He stressed that "the martyrs and wounded Turkish armed forces are a source of inspiration rooted in the feelings of belonging to this homeland and giving their sacrifices will remain light flares on the path of the championship."
He pointed out that the armed forces are engaged in a fierce struggle with all terrorist organizations at home and abroad, and it protects the interests of the country by land, sea and air.
Kurdish bloc: Jubouri practiced the policy of Arabization in Kirkuk
01:07 - 17/05/2019
The Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) parliamentary bloc on Friday accused the governor of Kirkuk of the agency Rakan Jubouri of Arabization and demographic change of the Kurdish areas and the displacement of the original inhabitants of the Kurds.
"While Iraq is going through a difficult political stage, the region is witnessing worrying developments and events that require the maintenance of social and political cohesion, the application of the constitution, and the failure to repeat the mistakes of the era of the former Baath regime," the bloc said in a statement received by Mawazine News. The demographic change practices are still continuing in the villages and towns of Kirkuk by the (governor of Kirkuk) and the military authority there, especially this time in the village of Balkana and Sargran and sixteen neighboring villages. " "We condemn and deplore these chauvinistic practices in the strongest terms and consider them a serious threat to the peaceful coexistence of Iraq and the entire political process. We call upon all competent authorities to carry out their responsibilities to stop these acts which are contrary to the Iraqi constitution, And at the same time we confirm our stand with the people of these villages and towns in Kirkuk in all constitutional and legal ways, and we will not stand idly by in front of this injustice that is on our people, and will teach those who wronged any turnip turn. "
US request for Iraq to increase military bases
US request for Iraq to increase military bases
The newspaper Okaz Saudi Arabia, said Friday, Iraqi parliamentary sources revealed Washington's desire to increase the number of military bases inside Iraq, in addition to the preparation of its soldiers.
The newspaper quoted sources as saying today that "Washington told Baghdad last month its intention to increase the number of military forces in Iraq and the establishment of a new military base for these forces, without giving more details."
The sources pointed out that "the Iraqi government did not respond to the US request, but confirmed the close military cooperation between Baghdad and Washington, the eighth US military efforts in helping Iraq to eliminate terrorism."
On Wednesday, the United States directed its non-essential government staff to leave Iraq after repeatedly expressing concern over threats from Iranian-backed forces.
Erbil and Baghdad Sign New Commercial Agreement
BasNews 17/05/2019 - 00:41 Published in Kurdistan
ERBIL - Officials from the Kurdistan Region's Ministry of Trade have signed a new commercial agreement with their Iraqi counterparts, an official said on Thursday.
Talking to BasNews, Nawzad Adham, director general of trade at the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) Ministry of Trade, said that the agreement includes several issues, one of which is to unify the process of granting business licenses to traders in both Kurdistan Region and Iraq.
The federal and regional governments earlier in February reached an agreement to help standardize the movement of goods at the border crossings.
"We have a single unified tariff customs all over Iraq because of the consensus that has been achieved among all the political parties [of the country]," Iraqi PM Adil Abdul-Mahdi said during a press conference earlier the month in Paris.
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Soleimani told Iraqi militias to 'prepare for proxy war'
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Friday، 17 May 2019 11:02 AM
Soleimani Told Iraqi Militias To 'Prepare For Proxy War'
The commander of Iran’s extraterritorial military operations recently met with different Iraqi Shiite militias, telling them to “prepare for proxy war”, according to a report by The Guardian.
Qassem Soleimani, Quds Force met with all leaders of militias controlled by Iran three weeks ago, two senior unnamed intelligence officials are quoted as saying, and this heightened concern among U.S. officials that American targets in the region could be under a serious threat.
Previously, U.S. officials had referred to “intelligence” indicating there were threats against their interests and that was cited as a reason for dispatching more forces to the Arabian Gulf. Soleimani’s meeting with Militias is now an additional piece of information leaked to the media.
The intelligence about Soleimani's meeting led to a series of diplomatic activities, including U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo’s sudden visit to Iraq last week to discuss the safety of U.S. personnel in the country, including a sizeable military contingent.
The U.S. has become very intolerant of Iran’s extraterritorial and often clandestine activities; financing and arming militant groups across the Middle East, North Africa and beyond.
Qassem Soleimani, Quds Force met with all leaders of militias controlled by Iran three weeks ago, two senior unnamed intelligence officials are quoted as saying, and this heightened concern among U.S. officials that American targets in the region could be under a serious threat.
Previously, U.S. officials had referred to “intelligence” indicating there were threats against their interests and that was cited as a reason for dispatching more forces to the Arabian Gulf. Soleimani’s meeting with Militias is now an additional piece of information leaked to the media.
The intelligence about Soleimani's meeting led to a series of diplomatic activities, including U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo’s sudden visit to Iraq last week to discuss the safety of U.S. personnel in the country, including a sizeable military contingent.
The U.S. has become very intolerant of Iran’s extraterritorial and often clandestine activities; financing and arming militant groups across the Middle East, North Africa and beyond.
Jordan's exports to Iraq rise in two months by 3.74%
13:02 - 17/05/2019
Information / Baghdad ..
The Jordanian Ministry of Industry and Trade announced on Friday the rise of its exports to Iraq within two months.
"The Jordanian exports to the Iraqi market witnessed a clear rise this year, which increased by 3.74 percent," the official spokesman of the ministry, Yannal al-Bermawi, said in a press statement.
He added that "according to foreign trade data issued by the Department of Statistics, the value of the Kingdom's exports to Iraq during the months of January and February of this year about 59 million dinars."
US Forces Begin Expansion of Air Base in Iraq
The US forces in Iraq have reportedly begun to expand one of its air bases in the western province of Anbar, sources said on Thursday.
The sources pointed out that the US forces stationed at the Al Asad Air Base in western Anbar, for the first time began the expansion of the airport for military and defense, without stating the reasons behind these actions.
Adding that the expansion included large areas of the airport towards the south of the base, in an indication that these forces will remain for a long time inside the building, which is under strict security.
The expansion comes while the US Department of State ordered on Wednesday the withdrawal of its non-essential employees from its embassy in Baghdad and consulate general in Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Region, as tensions have already risen due to the deteriorated ties between Washington and Tehran.
Baghdad is preparing oil for the prospects of American-Iranian confrontation
Has announced its commitment to a cut production agreement ... Britain warns its employees in Iraq
Friday - 17 May 2019
Iraqi Oil Minister Thamer Ghadhban
Baghdad: Hamza Mustafa
Iraqi Oil Minister Thamer Ghadhban announced that his ministry has taken precautionary measures in the event of any emergency on the events in the region. "We have taken precautionary measures in the event of an emergency on America and Iran," Ghadhban said in a press statement on Thursday.
The Iraqi minister said: "We have a plan to extend a new pipeline from Kirkuk to Turkey is equivalent to the old pipe," noting that «Turkey has shown a desire to increase the importer of crude oil».
At the same time, Baghdad has declared its commitment to the OPEC production cut agreement. In a statement to «Middle East», the spokesman for the Ministry of Oil, Assem Jihad, in response to a question on information on Iran's request to Iraq to reduce oil production and not to increase, given the zeroing of Iran's oil exports, «Iraq is committed to the agreement to reduce production approved by (OPEC) and its allied countries from outside the organization », adding that« Iraq does not take an individual decision to reduce or increase production because it respects the collective decision, and committed to it in the interest of all ».
Jihad pointed out that «any increase in production or reduction is taken at the ministerial meeting, according to technical data calculated for the conditions of the market», noting that «the decision to reduce, which was taken in December 2018, and for a period of 6 months, Organization, and that the resolutions of the Organization were adopted unanimously. "
"There is a meeting of the ministerial committee to monitor production will be held on May 19, in order to review the situation of the market, listen to the reports of the specialized committees, and then report to the ministerial meeting to be held in Vienna during the month of June."
This comes at a time when the Iraqi government continues its commitment to neutrality in the escalating crisis between Washington and Tehran, except for the issuance of positions of some armed forces and factions. While a senior leader in the popular crowd denied receiving any threats from the Americans, the Dawa Party, led by former Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki, has refused to stand on the sidelines. "Any military action against Iran is an attack on Iraq," a statement issued by the Dawa Party, in response to a request from the embassy's staff in Baghdad and its consulate in Arbil to leave Iraq as soon as possible, warned that "he would not stand neutral" About what he described as "American tyrant Donald Trump," pointing out that «Iraq and its political and popular forces will not distance themselves from engaging in confrontation between America and Iran». The Dawa Party also called on the United States to "withdraw its forces from the Gulf and the Middle East because it has become harmful to the whole region."
The warnings coincide with the start of the US company «ExxonMobil» in Basra to evacuate its employees with the arrival of official US warnings to leave Iraq as a result of fears of escalation. "Any information about the threat posed by US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has not reached us," said Mu'in al-Kazemi, leader of the popular rally. "Americans have real concerns about targeting their forces and interests in Iraq, especially that their targets and rules The military has become exposed and easy to target ».
Britain has joined the countries that have begun raising the level of warning to its staff working in Iraq. British media have quoted British officials as saying that the United Kingdom has placed its staff in a number of countries in the region in the event of severe warning in anticipation of any emergency.
US officials have justified the US State Department's action to withdraw US staff from Iraq because of what they call direct threats from pro-Iranian Iraqi groups. The officials said the threats came from groups such as Asaib Ahl al-Haq, Hezbollah and the Iranian Revolutionary Guards.
The Washington-based group, Asaib Ahl al-Haq and the Iraqi Al-Mustaqbal Movement, said Washington's talk of threats to its interests in Iraq was only "excuses" after the United States announced the withdrawal of its non-essential staff from Iraq. "Washington is trying to make a fuss in Iraq and the region under any pretext," said Naser al-Shammari, a military aide to the Nujaba, a group close to Iran. The director of the Political Bureau of "Asaib Ahl al-Haq" Laith al-Athari told the «French press», that the recent US statements and actions «just provocations, intended to escalate the psychological war».
The Iraqi minister said: "We have a plan to extend a new pipeline from Kirkuk to Turkey is equivalent to the old pipe," noting that «Turkey has shown a desire to increase the importer of crude oil».
At the same time, Baghdad has declared its commitment to the OPEC production cut agreement. In a statement to «Middle East», the spokesman for the Ministry of Oil, Assem Jihad, in response to a question on information on Iran's request to Iraq to reduce oil production and not to increase, given the zeroing of Iran's oil exports, «Iraq is committed to the agreement to reduce production approved by (OPEC) and its allied countries from outside the organization », adding that« Iraq does not take an individual decision to reduce or increase production because it respects the collective decision, and committed to it in the interest of all ».
Jihad pointed out that «any increase in production or reduction is taken at the ministerial meeting, according to technical data calculated for the conditions of the market», noting that «the decision to reduce, which was taken in December 2018, and for a period of 6 months, Organization, and that the resolutions of the Organization were adopted unanimously. "
"There is a meeting of the ministerial committee to monitor production will be held on May 19, in order to review the situation of the market, listen to the reports of the specialized committees, and then report to the ministerial meeting to be held in Vienna during the month of June."
This comes at a time when the Iraqi government continues its commitment to neutrality in the escalating crisis between Washington and Tehran, except for the issuance of positions of some armed forces and factions. While a senior leader in the popular crowd denied receiving any threats from the Americans, the Dawa Party, led by former Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki, has refused to stand on the sidelines. "Any military action against Iran is an attack on Iraq," a statement issued by the Dawa Party, in response to a request from the embassy's staff in Baghdad and its consulate in Arbil to leave Iraq as soon as possible, warned that "he would not stand neutral" About what he described as "American tyrant Donald Trump," pointing out that «Iraq and its political and popular forces will not distance themselves from engaging in confrontation between America and Iran». The Dawa Party also called on the United States to "withdraw its forces from the Gulf and the Middle East because it has become harmful to the whole region."
The warnings coincide with the start of the US company «ExxonMobil» in Basra to evacuate its employees with the arrival of official US warnings to leave Iraq as a result of fears of escalation. "Any information about the threat posed by US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has not reached us," said Mu'in al-Kazemi, leader of the popular rally. "Americans have real concerns about targeting their forces and interests in Iraq, especially that their targets and rules The military has become exposed and easy to target ».
Britain has joined the countries that have begun raising the level of warning to its staff working in Iraq. British media have quoted British officials as saying that the United Kingdom has placed its staff in a number of countries in the region in the event of severe warning in anticipation of any emergency.
US officials have justified the US State Department's action to withdraw US staff from Iraq because of what they call direct threats from pro-Iranian Iraqi groups. The officials said the threats came from groups such as Asaib Ahl al-Haq, Hezbollah and the Iranian Revolutionary Guards.
The Washington-based group, Asaib Ahl al-Haq and the Iraqi Al-Mustaqbal Movement, said Washington's talk of threats to its interests in Iraq was only "excuses" after the United States announced the withdrawal of its non-essential staff from Iraq. "Washington is trying to make a fuss in Iraq and the region under any pretext," said Naser al-Shammari, a military aide to the Nujaba, a group close to Iran. The director of the Political Bureau of "Asaib Ahl al-Haq" Laith al-Athari told the «French press», that the recent US statements and actions «just provocations, intended to escalate the psychological war».
Coalition to Resume Training Peshmerga Next Week: Ministry
The US-led International Coalition will resume its military training to the Kurdistan Region's Peshmerga forces next week, said the Ministry of Peshmerga on Thursday in a statement.
Following a security alert by the US Department of State on Wednesday to withdraw its non-essential employees working at its embassy in Baghdad and consulate general in Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Region, Germany and Netherlands announced the suspension of their military training in Iraq and the region as well.
Washington argued that its citizens could be targeted by the pro-Iranian Hashd al-Shaabi militias in Iraq as ties between the US and Iran have drastically deteriorated in the region.
The Peshmerga fighters backed by the coalition forces played a key role in the defeat of the Islamic State (IS) in Iraq in the past few years.
The secretive Kaka'i of Iraq are finally speaking out
17/05/2019
The Kaka'i are a secretive religious minority in Iraq who usually avoid the cameras.
Their persecution has forced them to keep their beliefs and rituals a secret; once numbering in their millions in Iraq, there are now just 200,000.
They have been persecuted by extremists in the region who consider them to be infidels, such as ISIS and al-Qaeda.
The Kaka'i have also faced discrimination from the Shia Muslim-led paramilitary Popular Mobilization force since the central government retook control of Kirkuk province from Kurdish forces in 2017.
They are finally revealing their lives to the international community in an attempt to thwart the risk of genocide.
You can hear more about their persecution by listening to the World Service's Heart and Soul program here .
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Shanghai-London stock exchange tie-up faces more delays - sources
A tie-up between London and Shanghai to allow Chinese firms to raise money on the UK stock market and British firms to sell shares in China is facing a long delay and is not likely to happen this year, sources close to the matter said.
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No easy options for China as trade war, U.S. pressure bite
China is running out of options to hit back at the United States without hurting its own interests, as Washington intensifies pressure on Beijing to correct trade imbalances in a challenge to China's state-led economic model.
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China's economic activity weakens amid tariff war
China factory, consumer activity weakens amid tariffs war with US
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China's Foreign Ministry Responds To US Tariffs
China's foreign ministry spokesman Geng Shuang said Wednesday he hoped the U.S. would stop using national security as a pretext and create a "fair environment" for Chinese companies, according to a Reuters report. Shuang also said the U.S. has been abusing its national power to smear Chinese companies, and added that this was not honorable. What To Know Shuang is responding to a question on expectations for U.S. President Donald Trump to sign an executive order this week barring U.S. companies
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Asia oil buyers, shippers go on alert after Saudi ship, facility attacks
Asian shippers and refiners have put ships heading to the Middle East on alert and are expecting a possible rise in marine insurance premiums after recent attacks on Saudi oil tankers and pipeline facilities, industry sources said on Tuesday.
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Brexit: Liam Fox claims UK could accept chlorinated chicken in US trade deal without lowering food standards
The UK could accept chlorinated chicken in a post-Brexit trade deal with the US without cutting food standards, Liam Fox has claimed.
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May says she will not pay for EU market access after Brexit
Britain will not pay for access to the European Union's market after it has left the bloc, Prime Minister Theresa May said on Wednesday.
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Last chance saloon? Brexit deal is dead if parliament rejects it again, UK minister says
LONDON (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Theresa May's Brexit deal with Brussels will be dead in its current form if parliament rejects it for a fourth time next month, Brexit minister Stephen Barclay said on Wednesday. The government said on Tuesday it planned to bring forward the Withdrawal Agreement Bill (WAB), the legislation required to ratify May's exit deal, early next month. Lawmakers will get to vote on it the week of June 3. Asked by a committee of lawmakers from the upper house of
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Brexit news - live: Tory MP urges Theresa May to resign before European elections during PMQs clash
Theresa May will bring key legislation to ratify her Brexit deal before the Commons within weeks, in a last-ditch effort to break the deadlock.
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GLOBAL/NEWS/INFO
Today in History
Today is Thursday, May 16, the 136th day of 2019. There are 229 days left in the year.
Confessions of a VIP private jet flight attendant
VIP flight attendant Kimberley Benton shares her flying confessions about what really goes on during flights in those exclusive private jets.
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10 Things to Know for Today
Among 10 Things to Know: Iran says US sanctions 'unacceptable' amid Gulf tensions; Missouri Senate passes bill to ban abortions at 8 weeks; Huawei hit by US export controls, potential import ban
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Among 10 Things to Know: Iran says US sanctions 'unacceptable' amid Gulf tensions; Missouri Senate passes bill to ban abortions at 8 weeks; Huawei hit by US export controls, potential import ban
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It's Morning, America: Thursday, May 16, 2019
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announces presidential run, President Donald Trump has an immigration plan, Alabama abortion ban likely to spur legal fight and more.
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OIL/COMMODITIES/ENERGY
A Technical Look At Two Key Commodities
As the global stock markets have been dropping sharply some traders are watching for opportunities in crude oil or gold. There have been some important technical developments in these commodities as Tom Aspray discusses.
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Gold Prices Little Changed as Stocks Recover
Commodities May 15, 2019 04:33 GMT Investing.com - Gold prices were little changed on Wednesday in Asia, still trading below the key $1,300 level, as global stocks recovered from an earlier slump earlier this week amid escalating U.S.-China trade tension. Gold futures for June delivery, traded on the Comex division of the New York Mercantile Exchange were down 0.03% at $1,295.95 per ounce by 12:30 AM ET (04:30 GMT). The precious metal broke above $1,300 on Monday, hitting one-month highs, as
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Gold Steady After $1,300 Peak; U.S.-China in Focus
Commodities May 15, 2019 18:56 GMT By Barani Krishnan Investing.com - Gold bugs await their next stab at $1,300, but the veil over the U.S.-China trade talks -- and where that could be headed -- has to be lifted first. Bullion and futures of gold traded again in $1,300 territory on Wednesday after U.S. President Donald Trump dialed back some of his tough talk on negotiations with Beijing, saying he expected a "very fruitful meeting" with China’s leader Xi Jinping at the G20 meeting in Japan next
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Commodities May 15, 2019 18:56 GMT By Barani Krishnan Investing.com - Gold bugs await their next stab at $1,300, but the veil over the U.S.-China trade talks -- and where that could be headed -- has to be lifted first. Bullion and futures of gold traded again in $1,300 territory on Wednesday after U.S. President Donald Trump dialed back some of his tough talk on negotiations with Beijing, saying he expected a "very fruitful meeting" with China’s leader Xi Jinping at the G20 meeting in Japan next
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PRECIOUS-Gold steadies as stocks retreat; trade uncertainty persists
* $1,300 a key level to watch for gold- analysts
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Oil Rises as U.S. Stockpile Jump Takes Back Seat to Fears Over Saudi Attacks
Commodities May 15, 2019 16:48 GMT By Barani Krishnan Investing.com - Looks like OPEC still wins, however U.S. crude inventories climb. Oil prices jumped on Wednesday, supported by tensions in the Middle East linked to stealth attacks on Saudi oil tankers and pipelines that offset bearish sentiment earlier in the day over an unexpected surge in U.S. crude stockpiles. West Texas Intermediate futures, the benchmark for U.S. crude, were up 31 cents, or 0.5%, at $62.09 per barrel by 12:45 PM ET (16:
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COLUMN-Oil prices trapped by grim news from emerging markets: Kemp
(John Kemp is a Reuters market analyst. The views expressed arehis own)
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BANKS/BANKING/CREDIT
This Unprecedented Credit Crisis Will Redefine How We Invest
After the next recession, the US deficit will be well north of $2 trillion. The total debt will rise to $30 trillion. The recovery will be even slower than the last one. The investing strategies that worked well recently won’t cut it in the new era I think we will enter soon.
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Small Business Lending Soars at Banks; Technology Is A Big Reason Why
Community banks and regional banks are worried about their ability to stay competitive because big banks are investing heavily in technology.
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Free Markets and the Future of Blockchain
J. Christopher Giancarlo is Chairman at U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission, the agency of the US government that regulates futures and options markets. This will be the last time I speak to you from the CFTC. Nevertheless, before I go, I wanted to share some thoughts, which I have been saving. My five years at...
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Major Banks Buy Into Blockchain-Based Trade Finance Allowing SMEs To Profit
Financing for SMEs has often been a difficult task but the introduction of blockchain is opening up new, and far reaching, markets that are benefiting both the lenders and the lendees
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Financing for SMEs has often been a difficult task but the introduction of blockchain is opening up new, and far reaching, markets that are benefiting both the lenders and the lendees
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Exclusive: European Commission prepares raft of banking reforms after Brexit
The European Commission is working on its largest regulatory push on banking since the financial crash that could curb Britain's access to the bloc, according to an internal draft document seen by Reuters.
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The European Commission is working on its largest regulatory push on banking since the financial crash that could curb Britain's access to the bloc, according to an internal draft document seen by Reuters.
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TREASURIES/BONDS/STOCKS
What I've learned about investing after covering markets for 29 years
Bob Pisani shares the investment principles that he has learned over the years covering the financial markets.
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The Dow Is Slipping Because the Trade War Isn’t the Only Worry
It’s not all trade, as retail sales, the Empire State Manufacturing Survey, and industrial production are due Wednesday morning.
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The Dow Is Set for a Tumble as a Retail Sales Surprise Has Investors Rushing to Treasuries
U.S. stock-market futures declined after the Commerce Department reported that retail sales unexpectedly fell 0.2% in April, while economists had expected an increase of 0.2%.
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Can the stock market hold out long enough for Trump to win a trade war?
markets are hitting a rough patch in May as concerns that a U.S.-China trade dispute could metastasize into a full-blown war
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markets are hitting a rough patch in May as concerns that a U.S.-China trade dispute could metastasize into a full-blown war
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Day Ahead: Top 3 Things to Watch
Stock Markets May 15, 2019 21:12 GMT Investing.com - Here’s a preview of the top 3 things that could rock markets tomorrow. 1. Walmart Reports as It Takes Aim at Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) After a strong results from Alibaba (NYSE:BABA) today let the market know the Chinese consumer is still resilient, investors will see the health of U.S. shopping in the form of quarterly results from Walmart. Walmart (NYSE:WMT) is expected to post a profit of $1.02 per share, according to analysts’ forecasts
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Top 5 Things to Know in the Market on Thursday
Economy May 16, 2019 10:04 GMT Investing.com - Here are the top five things to know in the market on Thursday, May 16: 1. Trump Puts off Opening New Front in Trade War President Donald Trump is set to hold off from imposing import tariffs on European and Japanese car imports for another six months, according to reports. Bloomberg reported Wednesday that an executive order currently being drafted would give the E.U. and Japan 180 days to agree voluntary restrictions on imports instead. However,
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CRYPTO'S / DIGITAL CURRENCY
Bitcoin [BTC] prices are likely to go higher since consolidation was witnessed at a high, claims Tone Vays
The cryptocurrency community was left in confusion and exhilaration over the past few days after Bitcoin [BTC] pumped again and the valuation breached $8000. While many analysts were left uncertain and hesitant, Tone Vays, Bitcoin proponent and analyst, stated that he did not trust the current Bitcoin rally from a fundamental perspective, since he did...
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The cryptocurrency community was left in confusion and exhilaration over the past few days after Bitcoin [BTC] pumped again and the valuation breached $8000. While many analysts were left uncertain and hesitant, Tone Vays, Bitcoin proponent and analyst, stated that he did not trust the current Bitcoin rally from a fundamental perspective, since he did...
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Bitcoin [BTC] has provided far higher returns than most traditional assets, claims Binance research
Bitcoin's [BTC] recent surge has got the entire cryptoverse talking, with many in the space claiming that the king coin will rise to its former glories. According to Binance Research, "Despite its perceived riskiness, Bitcoin $BTC has provided far higher returns than most traditional assets over the past 2 years based on the following risk...
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Bitcoin Price Rally Stalls As Ether, XRP Shine
With bitcoin's rally showing signs of exhaustion above $8,000, investors have started pouring money into relatively cheap alternatives.
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With bitcoin's rally showing signs of exhaustion above $8,000, investors have started pouring money into relatively cheap alternatives.
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As bitcoin soars again, has crypto winter turned to spring?
The price of bitcoin raced from $5,000 to $8,000 in the last month, evidence of a possible cryptocurrency revival. This time, demand may be fueled by an institutional embrace of crypto, rather than the retail investment mania of 2017. https://www.theatlas.com/
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Bitcoin [BTC] and Litecoin [LTC] Price Analysis: Coins bullish, despite correction forces pulling BTC below $8000
Bitcoin [BTC] continued to dominate the market as it was priced at $7,951, at press time. The market cap was $142 billion and the 24-hour trade volume was $31.6 billion, out of which BitMEX contributed 15.05% via the BTC/USD trading pair. Litecoin [LTC], ranked 5th overall, was priced at $93.50. The market cap was $5.7...
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Can You Afford to Miss Out on Crypto Again?
It’s now almost three years old, and boy has a lot changed in crypto. We figured that to do our part and to get the message out, it was time to update things, and try and open up the world of crypto to a whole new audience that’s still yet to come to this immense global opportunity. The post Can You Afford to Miss Out on Crypto Again? appeared first on Money Morning Australia.
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CURRENCIES
Forex - Dollar Rises as Fed Officials Push Back Against Call to Ease
Forex May 15, 2019 07:09 GMT Investing.com -- The dollar was higher in early trading in Europe on Wednesday, supported by comments from senior Federal Reserve officials playing down the likelihood of interest rate cuts, and by a fresh bout of safe-haven buying on geopolitical tensions. At 03:00 AM ET (0700 GMT), the dollar index, which measures the greenback against a basket of six major currencies, was at 97.36, up nearly half a percent from Monday’s lows and up 0.1% from late on Tuesday. The
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Dollar firm, Aussie pressured before Chinese, European data
By Daniel Leussink TOKYO (Reuters) – The dollar was firmer in early Asian trade on Wednesday while the Australian dollar brushed a more than four-month low as traders eyed Chinese and European data for clues on whether the worst is over for the global economy. The dollar was supported as trade issues remained front-and-center of...
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Pound US dollar exchange rate: GBP steady as Theresa May promises another Brexit vote
THE pound US dollar exchange rate is steady today and is trading around $1.292 at the time of writing. This follows the announcement that Prime Minister Theresa May would go ahead with another vote on Brexit in early June, despite a lack of consensus emerging from cross-party talks. A spokesman for the Prime Minster said: “[She is determined] to bring the talks to a conclusion and deliver on the referendum result to leave the EU.” This has provided some relief for Sterling traders today, for
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Into US session: EUR dives on German yield free fall, but AUD still the weakest | Action Forex
Entering into US session, Yen is back as the star performer, followed by Swiss Franc. This time, weaker than expected economic data were largely shrugged off by stocks and bond investors. Instead, renewed worry over Italy’s fiscal health boosted Italian yield up. German 10-year yield, on other hand, is in free fall on safe haven […] The post Into US session: EUR dives on German yield free fall, but AUD still the weakest appeared first on Action Forex.
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Australian Dollar Tumbles on Wage Growth Miss, China Data Point to More Slowdown | Action Forex
After some initial hesitation, Asian markets picked up some momentum and strengthen broadly, recovering some of this week’s losses. Though, strength is so far limited with lots of uncertainty ahead. It’s a fact that US-China trade war is dragging on for longer despite Trump’s “positive” words. At the same time, April data from China showed […] The post Australian Dollar Tumbles on Wage Growth Miss, China Data Point to More Slowdown appeared first on Action Forex.
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China’s yuan nearing fresh 2019 low after weaker-than-expected economic data
The Chinese yuan traded lower on Wednesday after a round of weaker-than-expected economic data out the world’s second largest economy.
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Forex - Dollar Rises as Fed Officials Push Back Against Call to Ease
Forex May 15, 2019 07:09 GMT Investing.com -- The dollar was higher in early trading in Europe on Wednesday, supported by comments from senior Federal Reserve officials playing down the likelihood of interest rate cuts, and by a fresh bout of safe-haven buying on geopolitical tensions. At 03:00 AM ET (0700 GMT), the dollar index, which measures the greenback against a basket of six major currencies, was at 97.36, up nearly half a percent from Monday’s lows and up 0.1% from late on Tuesday. The
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Dollar firm, Aussie pressured before Chinese, European data
By Daniel Leussink TOKYO (Reuters) – The dollar was firmer in early Asian trade on Wednesday while the Australian dollar brushed a more than four-month low as traders eyed Chinese and European data for clues on whether the worst is over for the global economy. The dollar was supported as trade issues remained front-and-center of...
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Pound US dollar exchange rate: GBP steady as Theresa May promises another Brexit vote
THE pound US dollar exchange rate is steady today and is trading around $1.292 at the time of writing. This follows the announcement that Prime Minister Theresa May would go ahead with another vote on Brexit in early June, despite a lack of consensus emerging from cross-party talks. A spokesman for the Prime Minster said: “[She is determined] to bring the talks to a conclusion and deliver on the referendum result to leave the EU.” This has provided some relief for Sterling traders today, for
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Euro hits 20, but will it make 30? | DW | 15.05.2019
The euro is at a crossroads as it turns 20, and some believe it might not make it to 30. As the single currency doesn't seem to benefit all, its role was a main topic at the European Economic Forum, reports Jo Harper.
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The euro is at a crossroads as it turns 20, and some believe it might not make it to 30. As the single currency doesn't seem to benefit all, its role was a main topic at the European Economic Forum, reports Jo Harper.
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Into US session: EUR dives on German yield free fall, but AUD still the weakest | Action Forex
Entering into US session, Yen is back as the star performer, followed by Swiss Franc. This time, weaker than expected economic data were largely shrugged off by stocks and bond investors. Instead, renewed worry over Italy’s fiscal health boosted Italian yield up. German 10-year yield, on other hand, is in free fall on safe haven […] The post Into US session: EUR dives on German yield free fall, but AUD still the weakest appeared first on Action Forex.
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Australian Dollar Tumbles on Wage Growth Miss, China Data Point to More Slowdown | Action Forex
After some initial hesitation, Asian markets picked up some momentum and strengthen broadly, recovering some of this week’s losses. Though, strength is so far limited with lots of uncertainty ahead. It’s a fact that US-China trade war is dragging on for longer despite Trump’s “positive” words. At the same time, April data from China showed […] The post Australian Dollar Tumbles on Wage Growth Miss, China Data Point to More Slowdown appeared first on Action Forex.
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Ringgit continues downward against US dollar at opening
However, it traded higher against the Singapore dollar and the British pound.
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However, it traded higher against the Singapore dollar and the British pound.
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UPDATE 2-Turkey raises forex sales tax in another lifeline for lira
* Tax seen boosting government revenues by 1 bln to 4 blnlira
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* Tax seen boosting government revenues by 1 bln to 4 blnlira
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China’s yuan nearing fresh 2019 low after weaker-than-expected economic data
The Chinese yuan traded lower on Wednesday after a round of weaker-than-expected economic data out the world’s second largest economy.
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Forex - Yuan, U.S. Dollar Flat as Traders Await More Trade News, U.S. Data
Forex May 15, 2019 05:41 GMT Investing.com - The Chinese yuan and the U.S. dollar were little changed on Wednesday in Asia as traders await further news on the Sino-U.S. trade front. The USD/CNY pair traded near flat at 6.8744 by 1:30 AM ET (05:30 GMT). The yuan has been under pressure since the beginning of the week as intensifying tariffs dispute between the U.S. and China raised fears of worsening economic outlook for both nations. Risk sentiment improved somewhat after U.S. President Donald
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Forex May 15, 2019 05:41 GMT Investing.com - The Chinese yuan and the U.S. dollar were little changed on Wednesday in Asia as traders await further news on the Sino-U.S. trade front. The USD/CNY pair traded near flat at 6.8744 by 1:30 AM ET (05:30 GMT). The yuan has been under pressure since the beginning of the week as intensifying tariffs dispute between the U.S. and China raised fears of worsening economic outlook for both nations. Risk sentiment improved somewhat after U.S. President Donald
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HEALTH / SCIENCE
8 Foods That Help Fight Depression, According to a Nutritionist
While no food is a cure-all, these picks can help boost your mood and overall health.
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Thyroid disease 'being over-treated'
Hormone treatment for mild underactive thyroid problems will not benefit most patients, experts say.
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Here's how to prevent dementia, according to new world health guidelines
Eat well, exercise often and no need to take some of those vitamins, the World Health Organization said in new guidelines on reducing dementia risks.
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Axios Vitals: Health care's existential crises — New surprise billing legislation — Civica Rx's first drugs
D.C. readers: You're invited to an Infrastructure Week edition of News Shapers, tomorrow morning at 8am.
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Vaccine hesitancy: Most difficult fight we have ahead of us is political
This lack of a typical profile of a vaccine-hesitant person is what makes it so difficult to address vaccine hesitancy.
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Vaccine protesters push to keep loophole
The CDC reports there are now more than 10 times as many confirmed measles cases in 2019 as there were in the whole of 2010. The vast majority of infections are among unvaccinated people. Dr. Jon LaPook was at the New York Capitol Tuesday where protesters gathered to fight a bill to end religious exemptions for vaccines.
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Less fat, more fruit may cut risk of dying of breast cancer
A large experiment finds that trimming dietary fat and eating more fruits and vegetables may lower a woman's risk of dying of breast cancer
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A large experiment finds that trimming dietary fat and eating more fruits and vegetables may lower a woman's risk of dying of breast cancer
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USA / CANADA
What the business world worried about before the trade war's latest round kicked off
A recently released survey of business owners around the world provides an interesting snapshot of expectations and worries for firms in different parts of the globe before Trump escalated the trade war.
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Retail sales fall in April and show broad weakness in key part of the U.S. economy
Sales at U.S. retailers fell in April for the second time in three months, a sign that Americans are exercising more caution over how much they spend with the economy facing more headwinds.
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Trump’s puzzling trade war with China, sort of explained
There’s (maybe) a method to Trump’s madness
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EMERGING MARKET
Markets Rebound as Trade War Fears Ease
Markets rebound, but will it last? Action Alerts Plus' Zev Fima and Jeff Marks take a look at what they're seeing in the markets. Will a market rebound last? Only time will tell ... After China's retaliatory tariffs on $60 billion worth of U.S. imports sent markets reeling Monday, U.S. stock futures pointed to a modest rebound for Wall Street on Tuesday. While speaking with Action Alerts Plus' Research Analyst Zev Fima, Action Alerts Plus' Senior Portfolio Analyst Jeff Marks zeroed in on the
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Markets rebound, but will it last? Action Alerts Plus' Zev Fima and Jeff Marks take a look at what they're seeing in the markets. Will a market rebound last? Only time will tell ... After China's retaliatory tariffs on $60 billion worth of U.S. imports sent markets reeling Monday, U.S. stock futures pointed to a modest rebound for Wall Street on Tuesday. While speaking with Action Alerts Plus' Research Analyst Zev Fima, Action Alerts Plus' Senior Portfolio Analyst Jeff Marks zeroed in on the
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Asia stocks rebound from 3-1/2-mth lows as trade fears ease
* Asian stock markets:
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* Asian stock markets:
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Mid-Cap and Emerging Market: 2 ETFs to Watch on Outsized Volume
VOT and FEMS saw massive trading volume in yesterday trading session.
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VOT and FEMS saw massive trading volume in yesterday trading session.
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Brazil plans low-income housing program with fewer subsidies -reports
The Brazilian government ispreparing to launch a new low-income housing program by Julywith fewer subsidies, newspapers Folha de S. Paulo and ValorEconomico reported on Wednesday.
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The Brazilian government ispreparing to launch a new low-income housing program by Julywith fewer subsidies, newspapers Folha de S. Paulo and ValorEconomico reported on Wednesday.
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Peru's military tries to curb illegal gold mining in Amazon
For a decade, a gold rush accelerated in Peru's Tambopata province, then Peru tried something different and installed permanent military bases in the region
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For a decade, a gold rush accelerated in Peru's Tambopata province, then Peru tried something different and installed permanent military bases in the region
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African Markets - Factors to watch on May 15
The following company announcements, scheduled economicindicators, debt and currency market moves and political events may affect African markets onThursday. - - - - - GLOBAL MARKETS Asian stocks bounced from a 3-1/2-month low on Wednesday as a slight softening in rhetoric from U.S. President Donald Trump helped ease worries about the U.S.-China tariff war and on expectations Beijing could release more economic stimulus. WORLD OIL PRICES Oil prices fell on Wednesday after data showed a surprise
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The following company announcements, scheduled economicindicators, debt and currency market moves and political events may affect African markets onThursday. - - - - - GLOBAL MARKETS Asian stocks bounced from a 3-1/2-month low on Wednesday as a slight softening in rhetoric from U.S. President Donald Trump helped ease worries about the U.S.-China tariff war and on expectations Beijing could release more economic stimulus. WORLD OIL PRICES Oil prices fell on Wednesday after data showed a surprise
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MIDDLE EAST
Amid rising tension with Iran, non-emergency staff evacuates U.S. Embassy in Iraq
The order follows a travel advisory posted on the embassy’s website Sunday urging American citizens not to travel to Iraq and to remain vigilant.
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U.S. pressures Baghdad over Iran-backed militias
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's surprise visit to Baghdad this month came after U.S. intelligence showed Iran-backed Shi'ite militias positioning rockets near bases housing U.S. forces, according to two Iraqi security sources.
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Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's surprise visit to Baghdad this month came after U.S. intelligence showed Iran-backed Shi'ite militias positioning rockets near bases housing U.S. forces, according to two Iraqi security sources.
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Spain withdraws warship from US-led combat group in Gulf
Spain's government announced that it would withdraw a frigate from a U.S.-led carrier strike group deployed to the Persian Gulf amid heightened tensions with Iran.
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Spain's government announced that it would withdraw a frigate from a U.S.-led carrier strike group deployed to the Persian Gulf amid heightened tensions with Iran.
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Questions swirl over 'sabotage attack' as Iran tensions ratchet up
There is no mistaking the ugly gash ripped in Andrea Victory's stern.
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Iran ready for any scenario, from confrontation to diplomacy: official
A senior Iranian official said on Wednesday that Tehran was ready for all scenarios from "confrontation to diplomacy" but the United States could not afford another war in the Middle East.
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The $33B Question: Can Dubai Make A Success Of Expo 2020?
World Expos have had a mixed track record in recent years, from success in Shanghai in 2010 to the flop that was Milan's Expo 2014. Dubai is throwing everything it has at Expo 2020 to try and ensure its event leaves a positive legacy
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AFRICA
Zimbabwe platinum mines to ride out power cuts, gold output less secure
* Zimbabwe suffering blackouts of up to 10 hours daily
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PLATINUM WEEK-Tharisa seeks to tap Zimbabwe's battery minerals potential
* First-half EBITDA falls on pit redesign, investment
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* First-half EBITDA falls on pit redesign, investment
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Zimbabwe: Citizens Air Anger Amid Economic Meltdown
Pro-government statements are the norm in Chinhoyi, the hometown of former president Robert Mugabe. But that was not the case at a public meeting Saturday, as Zimbabweans grappling with poverty amid the flailing economy are using every chance they can to voice to their anger. Doug Taylor Freeme, a former leader of the predominantly white Zimbabwe Commercial Farmers Union, was among those who spoke. "When the president came into power, he made an appeal: 'Please, can all those financial
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Pro-government statements are the norm in Chinhoyi, the hometown of former president Robert Mugabe. But that was not the case at a public meeting Saturday, as Zimbabweans grappling with poverty amid the flailing economy are using every chance they can to voice to their anger. Doug Taylor Freeme, a former leader of the predominantly white Zimbabwe Commercial Farmers Union, was among those who spoke. "When the president came into power, he made an appeal: 'Please, can all those financial
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Zimbabwe: New Broadcasting Law Seeks to End Alleged ZBC Bias Towards Zanu-PF
GOVERNMENT'S new broadcasting law is set to free public media from any interference by the State amid continued claims by the opposition the media empire was biased towards Zanu PF. Addressing journalists at a post-cabinet media briefing in Harare Tuesday, Information Minister Monica Mutsvangwa said cabinet has approved, in principle, the Broadcasting Services Amendment Bill. The law seeks to harmonise the Broadcasting Services Act with the constitution. The proposed amendments seek to establish
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Mozambique: Where’s the gas going?
With this week's Anadarko announcement of its latest sales agreement with Japan’s JERA and Taiwan’s CPC, the Mozambique LNG project has secure an impressive sales volume of 11.8 million metric tons of liquid natural gas well into the next decades (of a 12.8 million metric tons declared yearly capacity on its initial phase). These sales...
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With this week's Anadarko announcement of its latest sales agreement with Japan’s JERA and Taiwan’s CPC, the Mozambique LNG project has secure an impressive sales volume of 11.8 million metric tons of liquid natural gas well into the next decades (of a 12.8 million metric tons declared yearly capacity on its initial phase). These sales...
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ASIA
Shanghai-London stock exchange tie-up faces more delays - sources
A tie-up between London and Shanghai to allow Chinese firms to raise money on the UK stock market and British firms to sell shares in China is facing a long delay and is not likely to happen this year, sources close to the matter said.
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No easy options for China as trade war, U.S. pressure bite
China is running out of options to hit back at the United States without hurting its own interests, as Washington intensifies pressure on Beijing to correct trade imbalances in a challenge to China's state-led economic model.
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China's retail sales growth slumps to 16-year low as trade war escalates: Morning Brief
Top news and what to watch in the markets on Wednesday, May 15, 2019.
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Top news and what to watch in the markets on Wednesday, May 15, 2019.
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China's economic activity weakens amid tariff war
China factory, consumer activity weakens amid tariffs war with US
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China's Foreign Ministry Responds To US Tariffs
China's foreign ministry spokesman Geng Shuang said Wednesday he hoped the U.S. would stop using national security as a pretext and create a "fair environment" for Chinese companies, according to a Reuters report. Shuang also said the U.S. has been abusing its national power to smear Chinese companies, and added that this was not honorable. What To Know Shuang is responding to a question on expectations for U.S. President Donald Trump to sign an executive order this week barring U.S. companies
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Asia oil buyers, shippers go on alert after Saudi ship, facility attacks
Asian shippers and refiners have put ships heading to the Middle East on alert and are expecting a possible rise in marine insurance premiums after recent attacks on Saudi oil tankers and pipeline facilities, industry sources said on Tuesday.
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Exclusive: Tanker unloads Iranian fuel oil at China port after near five-month trek - data
A tanker carrying Iranian fuel oil in violation of U.S. sanctions has unloaded the cargo into storage tanks near the Chinese city of Zhoushan, according to ship tracking data on Refinitiv Eikon.
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A tanker carrying Iranian fuel oil in violation of U.S. sanctions has unloaded the cargo into storage tanks near the Chinese city of Zhoushan, according to ship tracking data on Refinitiv Eikon.
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EUROPE
Brexit: Liam Fox claims UK could accept chlorinated chicken in US trade deal without lowering food standards
The UK could accept chlorinated chicken in a post-Brexit trade deal with the US without cutting food standards, Liam Fox has claimed.
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May says she will not pay for EU market access after Brexit
Britain will not pay for access to the European Union's market after it has left the bloc, Prime Minister Theresa May said on Wednesday.
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UK's Fox says lawmakers rejecting Brexit legislation means no Brexit or no deal
British lawmakers will have to decide next month whether to vote to ensure Britain leaves the EU with a deal or risk either no Brexit or crashing out without an agreement, trade minister Liam Fox said on Wednesday.
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British lawmakers will have to decide next month whether to vote to ensure Britain leaves the EU with a deal or risk either no Brexit or crashing out without an agreement, trade minister Liam Fox said on Wednesday.
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Last chance saloon? Brexit deal is dead if parliament rejects it again, UK minister says
LONDON (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Theresa May's Brexit deal with Brussels will be dead in its current form if parliament rejects it for a fourth time next month, Brexit minister Stephen Barclay said on Wednesday. The government said on Tuesday it planned to bring forward the Withdrawal Agreement Bill (WAB), the legislation required to ratify May's exit deal, early next month. Lawmakers will get to vote on it the week of June 3. Asked by a committee of lawmakers from the upper house of
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Brexit news - live: Tory MP urges Theresa May to resign before European elections during PMQs clash
Theresa May will bring key legislation to ratify her Brexit deal before the Commons within weeks, in a last-ditch effort to break the deadlock.
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European elections a moment of truth for nationalists
Italy's Matteo Salvini is gathering an array of right-wing leaders but can such an awkward alliance work?
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Italy's Matteo Salvini is gathering an array of right-wing leaders but can such an awkward alliance work?
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CBI, ISX, Kauaihn Chatter:
CBI Update:
The CBI Closed on Friday
The currency auction is
There are no news and announcements.
Rafidain announces the proceeds of the completion and granting of loans of various kinds to citizens
Release date: 2019/5/17 10:04 • 195 times read
{Baghdad: Al-Furat News} Rafidain Bank announced the completion and granting of loans of all kinds to citizens during the month of March.
The bank's information office said in a statement received by the agency {Euphrates News} a copy of it, that "the proceeds of loans granted to citizens in March was the granting of construction loans has been the number of grant transactions 29 transactions and micro-enterprise loans of 15 million dinars, was granted 19 loans "He said.
The statement pointed out that "the lending of citizens wishing to buy apartments in Samaya housing was granted 305 transactions to citizens."
"Car loans have also been granted to 21 transactions, lending to financial facilities and loans to other sectors," he said
The statement pointed out that "the lending of citizens wishing to buy apartments in Samaya housing was granted 305 transactions to citizens."
"Car loans have also been granted to 21 transactions, lending to financial facilities and loans to other sectors," he said
The ISX Closed on Friday
Shares Traded:
Value Traded:
ISX ended in Green
Kauaihn Chatter:dd
5-16-2019 Intel Guru MarkZ We are told 800 numbers are fair game from this evening to tomorrow [Friday] early in the day…We have a lot to watch for overnight tonight...The news has absolutely been fantastic throughout the day and does appear to be winding down to completion... There has been a whole lot of activity today guys. There will be no sleep tonight...
5-16-2019 Newshound Guru Breitling So you can get all the people with the PHD's or whatever background and whatever bull$%&* they wrote and everything else, they will never ever be able to get around that. They just simply can't do it. Their opinion does not count. My opinion actually does not count...that's [what parliament said] never been taken off the table and it never will. It just keeps advancing. Sometimes it might not be as fast as people want and I understand that. If you thought this was a 'get rich quick scheme' then obviously you were wrong. So here we are. It's a great great opportunity. [Post 2 of 2]
5-16-2019 Newshound Guru Breitling If there's lack of information for a couple weeks I'm not shaken and neither should you. Regardless of what everyone else has said or what they thought about the dinar, their opinions. We still stand on the Iraq's parliament specifically went and said to the Minister of Finance, The Ministry of Planning, the CBI and the IMF, 'We want to get the value of our currency to $3.25. First we want to get it to a buck then we want to get it to $3.25.' That language has not once changed. [Post 1 of 2]
5-16-2019 Intel Guru Eagleone2025 TREATY HAVE BEEN SIGNED...THE DONG WILL BE RESTORED...U.S. AGREE TO BRING IT BACK WITHIN 30% OF WHAT IT WAS BEFORE THE VIETNAM WAR...AT THE TIME I THINK IT WAS $2.84...DONG EXCHANGE TODAY IT IS SAID IT WILL BE APPOX. .47- $2.50...TRUMP DID INVEST $31M.
5-16-2019 Newshound Guru Breitling So you can get all the people with the PHD's or whatever background and whatever bull$%&* they wrote and everything else, they will never ever be able to get around that. They just simply can't do it. Their opinion does not count. My opinion actually does not count...that's [what parliament said] never been taken off the table and it never will. It just keeps advancing. Sometimes it might not be as fast as people want and I understand that. If you thought this was a 'get rich quick scheme' then obviously you were wrong. So here we are. It's a great great opportunity. [Post 2 of 2]
5-16-2019 Newshound Guru Breitling If there's lack of information for a couple weeks I'm not shaken and neither should you. Regardless of what everyone else has said or what they thought about the dinar, their opinions. We still stand on the Iraq's parliament specifically went and said to the Minister of Finance, The Ministry of Planning, the CBI and the IMF, 'We want to get the value of our currency to $3.25. First we want to get it to a buck then we want to get it to $3.25.' That language has not once changed. [Post 1 of 2]
5-16-2019 Intel Guru Eagleone2025 TREATY HAVE BEEN SIGNED...THE DONG WILL BE RESTORED...U.S. AGREE TO BRING IT BACK WITHIN 30% OF WHAT IT WAS BEFORE THE VIETNAM WAR...AT THE TIME I THINK IT WAS $2.84...DONG EXCHANGE TODAY IT IS SAID IT WILL BE APPOX. .47- $2.50...TRUMP DID INVEST $31M.
5-16-2019 Newshound Guru Breitling "...Am I reading this correctly?" Absolutely. That's exactly what it is. It's a major major deal for us. But before you get too excited remember it doesn't say when they're going to do it and they don't give us a clear date on the revaluation and all that stuff...Is this a big mess or what? No not at all! If you understand the importance of that [Financial Management Bill] then you're going to be very very happy. For some people it's too technical and it won't sink in but it's a phenomenal position to be in for us and watching what these guys are doing. So they're moving forward. [Post 2 of 2]
5-16-2019 Newshound Guru Breitling There is massive phenomenal news coming out of Iraq...article "The Finance Committee rebuild the of the draft for the Financial Management Bill and announced the establishment of a mechanism to pay off foreign debts warn the committee on the economy and investment to double the value of external debt because of the benefits of them.'" - Question - If I'm understanding correctly they're talking about making sure when the rate changes they won't overpay their debts. So they're changing all their rates on their debts. This was the law the CBI was talking about a year ago that needed to happen before they could change the rate...' [post 1 of 2....stay tuned]
5-16-2019 Newshound/Intel Guru Mnt Goat The news is the same old stuff. No signs of any reinstatement or any news of the project to delete the zeros from the CBI. Remember the CBI pulls the trigger on the reinstatement of the dinar...the US treasury is part of the process and has some say but they are at the tail end of the process and not at the staring gate.
5-16-2019 Intel Guru Eagleone2025 I TALKED WITH ONE OF MY GENERALS...IT WAS VERY GOOD NEWS ABOUT RV... HE TOLD ME WHAT MY HSBC NY CONTACT TOLD ME TODAY...TIME VERY CLOSE...IT LOOK VERY NEAR...HANG IN THERE. DAY BY DAY. MAY 17- 24 THE RELEASE IS GETTING CLOSER.
5-16-2019 Newshound Guru Breitling There is massive phenomenal news coming out of Iraq...article "The Finance Committee rebuild the of the draft for the Financial Management Bill and announced the establishment of a mechanism to pay off foreign debts warn the committee on the economy and investment to double the value of external debt because of the benefits of them.'" - Question - If I'm understanding correctly they're talking about making sure when the rate changes they won't overpay their debts. So they're changing all their rates on their debts. This was the law the CBI was talking about a year ago that needed to happen before they could change the rate...' [post 1 of 2....stay tuned]
5-16-2019 Newshound/Intel Guru Mnt Goat The news is the same old stuff. No signs of any reinstatement or any news of the project to delete the zeros from the CBI. Remember the CBI pulls the trigger on the reinstatement of the dinar...the US treasury is part of the process and has some say but they are at the tail end of the process and not at the staring gate.
5-16-2019 Intel Guru Eagleone2025 I TALKED WITH ONE OF MY GENERALS...IT WAS VERY GOOD NEWS ABOUT RV... HE TOLD ME WHAT MY HSBC NY CONTACT TOLD ME TODAY...TIME VERY CLOSE...IT LOOK VERY NEAR...HANG IN THERE. DAY BY DAY. MAY 17- 24 THE RELEASE IS GETTING CLOSER.
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ARTICLE 1 (from PM Mahdi's website; posted on both the Arabic and the English sides)
Yan issued by the Office of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces on the unfortunate events of violence in the city of Najaf on May 15, 2019
On the order of the Prime Minister and the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Mr. Adel Abdul Mahdi, the security forces ordered the arrest of a number of executors for extrajudicial acts that claimed the lives of a number of citizens and caused the intimidation of innocent people and the burning and destruction of property. And that investigations are ongoing with all the accused and will be prosecuted all participants fire or burning, and to bring the person who proves the offense to the judiciary.
While the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces stressed the protection of freedom of peaceful demonstration in accordance with the rules laid down by the Constitution and the law, he called on the police and the security services to carry out their duties to impose security and protect public and private property. He ordered the opening of an investigation into how the security services in Najaf deal with painful events and the reasons for failure to avoid or reduce human and material losses.
The Prime Minister stressed the need to continue to fight corruption, corruption and tension at the hands of all political and public forces in support of the reform process and fight corruption through peaceful and legal means, and called on all to submit their documents and information to the Supreme Council for Combating Corruption to take the investigative and punitive measures according to the law.
Office of the Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces
16 May 2019
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ARTICLE 2 (from Government of Iraq twitter account)
At the time this report was submitted, there are no new tweets posted on the Government of Iraq twitter
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ARTICLE 3
Hakim and al-Amiri discuss the completion of the ministerial cabin and escalation in the region
2019/5/17 10:37
The head of the reform alliance, Mr. Ammar al-Hakim, discussed with the head of the construction coalition Hadi al-Amri the completion of the ministerial cabal and the recent escalation in the region.
"The two sides discussed developments in the political situation in Iraq and the region, and the completion of the government cab and the importance of supplying the vacant ministries with competent and professional figures," the statement said.
Stressing that "the citizen should feel the real services that restore confidence in the state, and that the implementation of the government program in accordance with the timelines committed by the government to the people and political forces."
The two sides discussed the latest escalation in the region and pointed to its serious repercussions, stressing that Iraq has a pivotal role in calming the situation and resolving the existing crisis.
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ARTICLE 4
Senate approves new US ambassador to Iraq
2019/5/17 11:35
[Follow-up]
The Senate on Thursday approved President Donald Trump's nomination of Matthew Toller as US ambassador to Baghdad.
Toller was the US ambassador to Yemen for five years, before leaving office a few days ago to prepare for his new post, at a time of increasing tension between the United States and Iran neighboring Iraq. The United States on Wednesday asked its non-essential staff to leave its embassy in Baghdad.
Toller is the US ambassador to Yemen since 2014 and was a former ambassador to Kuwait, as he has worked in the embassies of Washington in Cairo, Baghdad, Kuwait and Riyadh. Toller has also worked for the State Department as deputy director of the North Gulf office and in charge of the Egyptian office.
The new Ambassador of Iraq holds a bachelor's degree from Brigham Young University and a Masters from Harvard University, an SIA Intelligence Award and two Presidential Honorary Awards, a Baker Wilkins Award from the State Department for the post of Deputy Chief of Mission and an Arabic speaker.
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ARTICLE 5
Sistani meets Sadr on the backdrop of the unfortunate events of Najaf
Najaf - Iraq Press - May 16: Revealed sources, on Thursday, that the supreme authority Ali al-Sistani received the leader of the Sadrist movement Moqtada al-Sadr against the backdrop of the bloody events of Najaf.
The sources pointed out that "the Supreme Reference received the leader of the Sadrist movement Moqtada al-Sadr just before the backdrop of the events of the night in Najaf," without further details on the nature of the meeting.
The al-Hakim hospital in Najaf announced the toll of the victims of the events of the province, while the security media cell arrested five of the shooters on the demonstrators.
The hospital said in a statement that "the emergency hospital Hakim received since the first hours of the clashes in front of Al-Bashir compound (17) wounded and (4) deaths," adding that "he excused his staff to provide medical treatments and services to them and under the supervision of the director of the hospital Abdullah al-Ghazali to follow the emergency work with The presence of a cadre of doctors and health, nursing and service staff for this purpose. Finished
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ARTICLE 6
Astronomical observatories: Eid al-Fitr will be on Wednesday, the fifth of June
BAGHDAD - May 16, 2009: Eid al-Fitr will be on Wednesday, June 5, for countries that started Ramadan on Monday (May 6th), which require a crescent to enter the new month, according to informed astronomical sources.
"A number of astronomers have made this statement in the interest of astronomical institutions and specialists in the vision of the moon on the unity of the word and on the issuance of a unified statement representing the astronomical view of the beginnings of the Hijri months," she said. "The vision of the crescent will not be possible by any means in Australia, On Monday, June 3, the day of searching for the Shawwal of Shawwal for the countries that began Ramadan in May. Finished
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