The Iranian financial markets commenced the morning session on Saturday, September 26, 2026, with key indicators showing a mix of stability and upward momentum. The US Dollar maintained its position, trading at a sell rate of 233,600 Toman, reflecting a period of relative calm in the currency exchange market. Other major currencies also saw consistent pricing, with the Euro selling at 266,100 Toman and the British Pound at 309,600 Toman, indicating a stable environment across the board for foreign exchange.
In the precious metals sector, the Emami coin continued its strong performance, reaching 240,000,000 Toman, signaling robust demand within the local gold market. The Azadi coin followed suit, priced at 236,000,000 Toman, while the Nim Seke stood at 123,000,000 Toman. The price of 18-karat gold per gram was recorded at 24,054,665 Toman, underscoring the high value of gold. Globally, the gold ounce was trading at $4,286.20, a significant figure that often influences local gold prices.
The cryptocurrency market also presented notable figures. Bitcoin (BTC), the leading digital asset, was valued at $83,898, demonstrating continued investor interest in the crypto space. Ethereum (ETH) followed, trading at $2,685.84. Of particular interest for the local market was USDT (Tether), which traded at 233,904 Toman, closely mirroring the US Dollar's sell rate in Toman, highlighting its role as a stablecoin bridge between traditional and digital currencies. This close alignment suggests a healthy arbitrage environment and consistent demand for dollar-pegged digital assets.
Overall, the morning session indicates a market that is largely holding its ground, with the dollar showing stability and gold assets maintaining their upward trajectory. Cryptocurrency values, particularly Bitcoin, continue to attract attention, reflecting broader global trends and local investor sentiment.