Market analysis — August 18, 2026

Syrian Pound Weakens Against Major Currencies; Gold Down, Crypto Up

LiraScope Data DeskAugust 18, 2026

As of August 18, 2026, the Syrian Pound continued its two-week weakening trend against the US Dollar and other key foreign currencies. Gold prices declined, while major cryptocurrencies saw gains.

Key levels

USD

buy 132.75 · sell 133.25

133SYP−1.5% /2wk

EUR

buy 152.5 · sell 154.3

153.4SYP−1.9% /2wk

TRY

buy 2.75 · sell 2.78

2.77SYP−0.7% /2wk

SAR

buy 35.08 · sell 35.57

35.33SYP−1.5% /2wk

Gold 24K

140USD/g−1.1% /24h

BTC

64,689USD+1.3% /24h

Syrian Pound vs. US Dollar

The Syrian Pound traded at 133 SYP per US Dollar, with buy rates at 132.75 and sell rates at 133.25. Over the past two weeks, the pound weakened by 1.5% against the dollar.

Other Foreign Currencies

Against the Euro, the pound stood at 153.4 SYP, having weakened by 1.9% in two weeks. The Turkish Lira was at 2.765 SYP, with the pound weakening 0.7%. The Saudi Riyal traded at 35.325 SYP, showing a 1.5% weakening for the pound over two weeks.

Gold Prices

Gold prices in US dollars saw declines over the last 24 hours. 24K gold was at 140 USD per gram, down 1.1%. 21K gold was 123 USD per gram, down 0.6%, and 18K gold was 105 USD per gram, down 1.1%.

Cryptocurrency Market

Major cryptocurrencies showed gains. Bitcoin was priced at 64689 USD, up 1.3% in 24 hours. Ethereum reached 1913 USD, marking a 0.4% 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.