Market analysis — August 17, 2026

Syrian Pound Weakens Against Major Currencies; Gold and Crypto See Gains

LiraScope Data DeskAugust 17, 2026

The Syrian Pound continued its weakening trend against key foreign currencies as of August 17, 2026. Gold and major cryptocurrencies also posted gains in USD terms.

Key levels

USD

buy 132.25 · sell 132.75

132.5SYP−1.0% /2wk

EUR

buy 152 · sell 153.8

152.9SYP−1.6% /2wk

TRY

buy 2.74 · sell 2.77

2.76SYP−0.4% /2wk

SAR

buy 34.95 · sell 35.43

35.19SYP−0.8% /2wk

Gold 24K

142USD/g+0.6% /24h

BTC

63,760USD+1.1% /24h

USD/SYP Exchange Rate

The US Dollar (USD) was quoted at 132.5 SYP, with a buy rate of 132.25 and a sell rate of 132.75. Over the past two weeks, the Syrian Pound has weakened by 1.0% against the dollar.

Other Foreign Currencies

The Syrian Pound also weakened against other major currencies. Against the Euro (EUR), the rate was 152.9 SYP, with the pound weakening by 1.6% over two weeks. The Turkish Lira (TRY) stood at 2.755 SYP, with the pound weakening 0.4%, and the Saudi Riyal (SAR) was 35.19 SYP, with the pound weakening 0.8%.

Gold Prices

Gold prices in USD saw increases over the last 24 hours. 24K gold was 142 USD/gram, up 0.6%. 21K gold reached 124 USD/gram, up 0.4%, and 18K gold was 107 USD/gram, up 0.9%.

Cryptocurrency Performance

Major cryptocurrencies also recorded gains. Bitcoin (BTC) traded at 63760 USD, up 1.1% in 24 hours. Ethereum (ETH) was 1906 USD, marking a 1.3% increase over the same period.

Methodology. Figures are LiraScope's own market mid-rates, sampled through the day. Gold and crypto are quoted in US dollars. Generated automatically from live data.

Disclaimer. Informational only — not financial advice. Rates are indicative and can change quickly.