The Iranian market opened on Saturday, July 11, 2026, with a generally stable outlook across major asset classes. Investors and traders closely monitored currency, gold, and cryptocurrency movements as the morning session commenced at 09:00 Tehran time. The overall sentiment suggested a continuation of recent trends, with key assets holding firm.
In the currency market, the US Dollar remained a focal point, with its sell rate recorded at 177,950 Toman. The buy rate for USD stood at 176,897 Toman, indicating a consistent spread. Other major currencies also saw activity, with the Euro selling at 203,200 Toman, the British Pound at 238,500 Toman, and the UAE Dirham at 49,700 Toman. The Turkish Lira was trading at 3,785 Toman. These figures reflect a relatively stable foreign exchange environment for the start of the weekend.
The gold and coin market continued to attract significant attention. The Emami gold coin, a key indicator for domestic gold prices, was priced at 181,500,000 Toman. The Azadi coin followed at 176,000,000 Toman, while the Nim Seke traded at 95,000,000 Toman. Gold 18k per gram, a common measure for jewelry, reached 17,590,839 Toman. Globally, the gold ounce was valued at $4,121.40, providing a benchmark for international gold prices. The stability in coin prices suggests sustained domestic demand.
The cryptocurrency market presented a dynamic picture. Bitcoin (BTC), the leading digital asset, was trading at $64,144. Ethereum (ETH) followed at $1,798.13. Notably, Tether (USDT) in the local market was priced at 178,468 Toman, slightly above the direct USD sell rate, indicating a premium for stablecoin liquidity within Iran. This premium often reflects local demand for readily accessible digital dollars.
Market participants will continue to observe global economic indicators and domestic policy developments throughout the day. The current stability across currency, gold, and crypto markets provides a calm start to the trading week for Iranian investors.