Evening Market Overview: August 16, 2026
The Iranian financial markets concluded the evening session on Sunday, August 16, 2026, with notable movements across currency, gold, and cryptocurrency sectors. Investors closely monitored the US Dollar's stability and the performance of domestic gold coins, alongside the global trends in digital assets. The market demonstrated a consistent demand for traditional safe havens while also reflecting the ongoing appeal of cryptocurrencies.
In the currency market, the US Dollar maintained a relatively stable position, with its sell price recorded at 186,500 Toman and the buy price at 185,396 Toman. Other major currencies also showed their respective values against the Toman: the Euro sold for 215,750 Toman, the British Pound for 252,250 Toman, the UAE Dirham for 50,400 Toman, and the Turkish Lira for 3,895 Toman. These figures indicate a steady exchange rate environment for the evening session.
The gold and coin market continued to attract significant attention. The Emami gold coin, a key indicator for the Iranian market, was priced at 189,000,000 Toman. The Azadi coin followed closely at 186,000,000 Toman, while the Nim Seke traded at 96,500,000 Toman. Gold 18-karat per gram, a common measure for jewelry, reached 19,054,434 Toman. Globally, the gold ounce stood at $4,377.60, reflecting international precious metal trends.
Cryptocurrencies presented a dynamic picture. Bitcoin (BTC), the leading digital asset, was trading at $63,035, demonstrating its resilience in the global market. Ethereum (ETH) followed, priced at $1,882.12. Tether (USDT), a stablecoin often used for its peg to the US Dollar, was valued at 186,344 Toman in the local market, closely mirroring the Toman's exchange rate against the dollar. The consistent performance of these digital assets underscores their growing integration into the broader financial landscape.