The Iranian market opened on Saturday, August 15, 2026, with notable movements across key assets. In the morning session, the US Dollar (USD) was quoted at 187,000 Toman for sell and 185,893 Toman for buy in the open market. Other major currencies also showed their positions, with the Euro (EUR) selling at 216,300 Toman and the British Pound (GBP) at 252,950 Toman. The UAE Dirham (AED) was trading at 51,200 Toman, and the Turkish Lira (TRY) at 3,905 Toman, indicating a relatively stable start to the weekend's trading.
The gold and coin market remained a significant focus for investors. The Emami gold coin, a benchmark for physical gold investment in Iran, was priced at 189,500,000 Toman. Its counterpart, the Azadi coin, followed closely at 186,000,000 Toman, while the Nim Seke stood at 96,000,000 Toman. The price of 18-karat gold per gram reached 19,130,615 Toman, reflecting the underlying value of the precious metal. Globally, the gold ounce was trading at $4,377.60, providing an international context for local gold valuations.
The cryptocurrency market continued to attract attention, with Bitcoin (BTC) holding a strong position above the $63,000 mark, specifically at $63,073. Ethereum (ETH), the second-largest cryptocurrency, was priced at $1,881.64. Locally, the Tether stablecoin (USDT) was trading at 187,128 Toman, closely mirroring the USD exchange rate, which is a common trend in the Iranian crypto landscape. These figures highlight the ongoing integration of digital assets into the broader financial ecosystem.
Market participants are closely monitoring global economic indicators and regional developments, which often influence currency and gold prices. The stability observed in the early hours of Saturday's trading session provides a baseline for the day, but volatility can emerge as the session progresses. Investors are advised to stay informed of both domestic and international news that could impact these markets.