The Iranian currency market on Sunday morning, September 20, 2026, saw the US Dollar maintaining a stable position, with its sell rate recorded at 230,700 Toman. The buy rate for the dollar was slightly lower at 229,335 Toman, indicating a relatively narrow spread. Other major foreign currencies also showed consistent pricing; the Euro was quoted at 265,000 Toman, and the British Pound reached 308,850 Toman. Regional currencies like the UAE Dirham traded at 62,800 Toman, while the Turkish Lira was priced at 4,730 Toman, reflecting overall calm in the exchange market.
In the domestic gold and coin market, the Emami coin remained a significant benchmark, trading at 237,500,000 Toman. The Azadi coin followed closely at 233,000,000 Toman, and the Nim Seke (half coin) was valued at 121,000,000 Toman. These figures suggest a steady demand within the local market. Concurrently, the price of 18-karat gold per gram was recorded at 23,858,442 Toman. Globally, the gold ounce continued its upward trajectory, reaching an impressive 4,379.00 US Dollars, signaling strong international investor interest in precious metals.
The cryptocurrency market presented a robust picture this morning. Bitcoin (BTC), the leading digital asset, maintained its strong momentum, trading at 80,510 US Dollars. Ethereum (ETH) also demonstrated resilience, with its price standing at 2,576.86 US Dollars. For local traders, the Tether (USDT) stablecoin was available at 230,605 Toman, closely mirroring the official US Dollar exchange rate and providing a stable digital alternative for value transfer. The sustained high valuations across major cryptocurrencies reflect ongoing global interest and adoption.
Market participants are closely observing global economic indicators and geopolitical developments, which often influence these asset classes. The stability observed in the currency market, coupled with the consistent performance of gold and cryptocurrencies, suggests a cautious yet confident sentiment among investors. As the trading day progresses, attention will remain on any shifts in international commodity prices or domestic policy announcements that could impact these trends.