Iranian Market Snapshot: August 18, 2026 Morning Session
The Iranian currency market opened on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, with the US Dollar showing stability. The sell price for USD was recorded at 186,900 Toman, while the buy price stood at 185,794 Toman. Other major currencies also maintained their positions, with the Euro selling at 216,300 Toman, the British Pound at 253,000 Toman, and the UAE Dirham at 50,600 Toman. The Turkish Lira was trading at 3,900 Toman, reflecting a relatively calm start to the trading day.
In the gold and coin markets, the Emami coin continued its upward trend, reaching 190,500,000 Toman. The Azadi coin followed closely at 186,500,000 Toman, and the Nim Seke was priced at 96,500,000 Toman. Gold 18-karat per gram was valued at 19,206,796 Toman, indicating sustained demand. Globally, the price of a gold ounce in USD was 4,389.70, suggesting a robust international gold market.
Cryptocurrency markets also presented an interesting picture. Bitcoin (BTC) maintained a strong position, trading at 64,170 USD, signaling continued investor confidence in the leading digital asset. Ethereum (ETH) was priced at 1,893.64 USD. Domestically, Tether (USDT) was exchanging hands at 186,100 Toman, closely mirroring the USD exchange rate and providing a stable digital alternative for transactions.
Overall, the morning session on August 18, 2026, indicated a market largely holding its ground across various sectors. The stability in currency rates, coupled with strong performance in gold and major cryptocurrencies, suggests a balanced market sentiment. Investors will be closely watching for any shifts throughout the day, particularly in response to regional and international economic news.