The Iranian financial markets wrapped up the evening session on Saturday, August 8, 2026, with a notable degree of stability across key assets. The US Dollar continued its steady performance, with the sell rate recorded at 186,400 Toman and the buy rate at 185,297 Toman. This consistency in the dollar's valuation often serves as a crucial indicator for the broader market sentiment, suggesting a period of relative calm in currency exchange.
In the precious metals sector, gold and coin prices demonstrated resilience. The Emami coin, a benchmark for the Iranian gold market, was priced at 187,000,000 Toman. Following closely, the Azadi coin traded at 184,500,000 Toman, and the Nim Seke at 96,000,000 Toman. The price of 18-karat gold per gram reached 18,848,977 Toman, while the international gold ounce stood at $4,343.30, indicating a strong global gold market that influences local pricing dynamics.
Cryptocurrency markets also saw significant activity, aligning with global trends. Bitcoin (BTC) maintained its strong position, trading at $65,122. Ethereum (ETH) followed, priced at $1,923.64. Notably, Tether (USDT), a stablecoin pegged to the US dollar, was valued at 186,130 Toman, closely mirroring the dollar's local exchange rate. This close correlation between USDT and the physical dollar price highlights the role of stablecoins in providing a digital alternative for dollar exposure within the Iranian market.Beyond the major players, other foreign currencies also saw trading action. The Euro (EUR) sold at 215,500 Toman, the British Pound (GBP) at 251,450 Toman, and the UAE Dirham (AED) at 50,600 Toman. The Turkish Lira (TRY) was exchanged at 3,905 Toman. These rates provide a comprehensive view of the currency basket's performance against the Toman.
Overall, the market on this Saturday evening presented a picture of stability, particularly for the US Dollar and gold. Investors continue to monitor global economic signals and domestic policies for potential shifts, but for now, the market appears to be holding its ground.