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Japan’s $83 Million Iraq Exports Plunge as Vehicles Lead Trade

Japan-Iraq trade weakened sharply during the second quarter of 2026. Japanese exports to Iraq reached about $83 million during the period. That figure represents a...

Dollar Rises in Baghdad and Erbil Markets

The US dollar opened higher against the Iraqi dinar on Tuesday, September 1. The Iraq dollar rate climbed to around 154,000 dinars per $100 in major...

Gold Prices Ease Across Baghdad and Erbil Markets

Gold prices declined slightly across Baghdad and Erbil markets on Tuesday, with traders reporting lower values for several gold categories. The Iraq gold market remained active...

Iraq Ranks 61st Worldwide in PPP-Adjusted Minimum Wage at $626

Iraq ranks 61st worldwide for its monthly minimum wage after adjusting for purchasing power. The country records a PPP-adjusted figure of $626 per month....

Iraq Spent $52.4 Million on Potato Imports in 2025

Iraq spent about $52.4 million importing potatoes during 2025, according to agricultural trade data. Iraq potato imports reached approximately 90,000 tonnes during the year. The...

Iraq Court Jails Former Oil Official for Seven Years Over Graft Case

An Iraqi anti-corruption court has sentenced former deputy oil minister Ali Al Bahadli to seven years in prison. The court also ordered him to...

Dollar Holds Firm as Fed Signals Tougher Inflation Fight

The U.S. dollar remained near a two-week peak on Monday as markets increased rate-hike expectations. Fresh comments from Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh strengthened...

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