The Iranian financial markets opened on Thursday, August 13, 2026, with a notable focus on currency and gold prices. The US Dollar continued to be a central point of interest, with its sell rate recorded at 187,400 Toman, while the buy rate stood at 186,291 Toman. Other major currencies also showed their morning figures, with the Euro selling at 215,950 Toman, the British Pound at 252,800 Toman, and the UAE Dirham at 51,200 Toman. The Turkish Lira was priced at 3,920 Toman for sell. These figures reflect the ongoing dynamics influenced by both domestic supply-demand factors and broader international economic sentiments.
In the gold and coin market, the Emami coin maintained its significant position, trading at 189,500,000 Toman. The Azadi coin followed closely at 186,000,000 Toman, and the Nim Seke was priced at 96,000,000 Toman. A gram of 18-karat gold was valued at 19,172,168 Toman, indicating robust demand within the domestic market. Globally, the price of a gold ounce stood at $4,398.40, providing a benchmark for local gold valuations and reflecting international precious metal trends.
The cryptocurrency sector continued its active trading, drawing considerable attention from investors. Bitcoin (BTC), the leading digital asset, was trading at $63,869. Ethereum (ETH) also showed strong performance, with its price recorded at $1,896.28. The stablecoin Tether (USDT), crucial for its role in facilitating crypto transactions, was valued at 186,909 Toman, closely mirroring the US Dollar's exchange rate in the local market. The stability of USDT against the Toman often serves as an indicator of the broader crypto market's health and accessibility for Iranian traders.
Market participants are closely monitoring global economic indicators and geopolitical developments, which frequently impact local currency and commodity prices. The interplay between international gold prices, the strength of the US Dollar, and domestic liquidity conditions remains key to understanding the daily fluctuations in Iran's dynamic financial landscape. The morning session's prices set the tone for potential movements throughout the day.