The Iranian financial markets commenced trading on Sunday, September 13, 2026, with a relatively stable outlook across key sectors. The US Dollar (USD) remained a central focus, with its sell rate holding firm at 233,700 Toman, while the buy rate was recorded at 232,317 Toman. Other major currencies also showed consistent pricing, with the Euro (EUR) selling at 271,200 Toman and the British Pound (GBP) at 316,300 Toman, reflecting a calm start to the week's trading session.
In the precious metals market, the Emami gold coin continued its upward trajectory, approaching the significant psychological barrier of 240 million Toman, trading at 239,500,000 Toman. The Azadi coin followed suit at 235,000,000 Toman, and the Nim Seke was priced at 122,000,000 Toman. A gram of 18-karat gold was valued at 23,858,442 Toman, indicating sustained demand. Globally, the gold ounce price stood at a robust $4,349.70, underpinning the local market's strength.
The cryptocurrency market presented a strong opening, with Bitcoin (BTC) trading confidently above the $77,000 mark at $77,275. Ethereum (ETH) also maintained its position, priced at $2,522.11. Locally, the Tether stablecoin (USDT) mirrored the general currency stability, trading at 232,505 Toman, closely tracking the official USD exchange rate. This consistent performance across digital assets suggests continued investor interest and a relatively bullish sentiment in the crypto space.
Market participants will be closely monitoring global economic indicators and regional developments throughout the day, as these factors often influence the trajectory of currency, gold, and digital asset prices in the Iranian market. The current stability provides a baseline for potential movements as the trading week progresses.