According to Shahr-e- Bourse, market data shows that the Dollar has surged by over 75% compared to the same period last year. This rapid devaluation of the national currency has pushed the “Greenback” into a new price floor, significantly affecting the pricing of all other tradable assets in the domestic market.
Market Dissection: Inside the Forex Hub
Free Market Spot Rate:
The US Dollar opened today’s session near 161,900 IRR but saw a minor correction in mid-day trading, settling around 156,470 IRR. The all-time high recorded earlier this month stands at 162,960 IRR, which currently serves as a major psychological and technical resistance.
Investment Yields:
While the Dollar has gained 7.5% in the past month, it has slightly underperformed compared to the gold market, which yielded 14% in the same period. However, on a six-month horizon, USD investors have seen a massive 70% return on their capital.
Official vs. Unofficial Rates:
In the “Center for Exchange of Currency and Gold,” rates remain significantly lower than the free market, creating a substantial gap that continues to drive demand toward the informal sector.
USD Performance Snapshot (Sunday, Feb 8, 2026)
| Exchange Index | Spot Rate (IRR) | Monthly Change | 1-Year Yield |
| USD (Free Market) | 156,470 | +7.5% 📈 | +75.9% 🚀 |
| EUR (Free Market) | 184,900 | +9.1% 📈 | +99.4% 🔥 |
| AED Dirham (Free) | 42,605 | +7.4% 📈 | +74.3% 🚀 |
| USD (Official) | 53,200 | Stable ➖ | +12% 🔺 |
Forecast & Strategy: Buy Now or Wait?
Analysts suggest that the Dollar is currently consolidating between the 156,000 and 163,000 IRR levels.
Special Recommendation: Given the 75% annual gain, the Dollar remains the primary hedge against inflation. However, with the price near its historic ceiling, “step-buying” is the recommended strategy to mitigate the risk of a potential short-term correction following political news.
