The Tehran foreign‑exchange market wrapped up the 18:00 session with the US dollar selling at 176,800 Toman and buying at 175,754 Toman. The modest rise reflects continued demand for hard currency amid regional uncertainties. The euro and pound also posted higher sell rates, reaching 205,350 Toman and 237,150 Toman respectively, while the UAE dirham and Turkish lira stayed relatively stable at 47,500 Toman and 3,850 Toman.
Gold and Coin PricesGold kept its resilience, with the 18‑karat gram priced at 19,085,830 Toman, a level that still offers a hedge against inflation. The iconic Emami gold coin, a benchmark for Iranian investors, traded at 187,000,000 Toman, while the Azadi coin slipped slightly to 182,000,000 Toman. The Nim Seke, a lower‑priced alternative, settled at 94,500,000 Toman. Internationally, the ounce of gold was quoted at $4,459.20, underscoring the premium Iranian market pays for domestic gold products.
Cryptocurrency SnapshotDigital assets showed a mixed picture. Bitcoin (BTC) held at $71,444, edging up from the previous session, while Ethereum (ETH) steadied at $1,965.58. The USDT stablecoin, priced in local Toman, was listed at 175,959 Toman, closely mirroring the official USD sell rate, indicating growing use of stablecoins for everyday transactions and remittances.
Outlook and Investor TakeawaysAnalysts expect the USD to remain in a narrow band around 176,000‑177,000 Toman as long as geopolitical pressures persist. Gold’s strong local pricing suggests continued demand for safe‑haven assets, especially among those seeking to preserve wealth in real terms. Crypto participants should monitor regulatory signals, as any shift could affect the USDT‑to‑Toman parity. Diversifying across fiat, precious metals, and vetted digital currencies remains a prudent strategy for Iranian investors navigating a volatile macro environment.