Market analysis — August 20, 2026

Syrian Pound Weakens Against Major Currencies; Crypto Sees Strong Gains

LiraScope Data DeskAugust 20, 2026

The Syrian Pound continued to weaken against major foreign currencies over the past two weeks. Gold prices showed mixed movement, while cryptocurrencies recorded significant increases.

Key levels

USD

buy 132.25 · sell 132.75

132.5SYP−1.8% /2wk

EUR

buy 153.4 · sell 155.2

154.3SYP−3.1% /2wk

TRY

buy 2.74 · sell 2.77

2.76SYP−1.5% /2wk

SAR

buy 34.85 · sell 35.34

35.1SYP−1.8% /2wk

Gold 24K

146USD/g+0.1% /24h

BTC

72,303USD+9.5% /24h

Syrian Pound vs. US Dollar

The US Dollar was quoted at 132.5 SYP, with a buy rate of 132.25 SYP and a sell rate of 132.75 SYP. The pound has weakened by 1.8% against the dollar over the last two weeks.

Other Major Currencies

Against the Euro, the Syrian Pound was 154.3 SYP, weakening by 3.1% in two weeks. The Turkish Lira stood at 2.755 SYP, with the pound weakening 1.5%. The Saudi Riyal was 35.095 SYP, marking a 1.8% weakening for the pound.

Gold Prices

Gold prices in US dollars showed varied changes. 24K gold was 146 USD/gram, up 0.1%. 21K gold was 128 USD/gram, up 0.2%. 18K gold was 109 USD/gram, down 0.5%.

Cryptocurrencies

Cryptocurrency markets saw notable gains. Bitcoin (BTC) was priced at 72303 USD, increasing by 9.5% in 24 hours. Ethereum (ETH) reached 2298 USD, up 16.4% 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.