Iran gold bar auction session cancelled after banking network disruption
The Iran Currency and Gold Exchange Center cancelled the gold bar auction session that had been scheduled for 13 Tir 1405 (July 2, 2026), citing disruption in the domestic banking network and settlement/fund-transfer problems. No date has yet been announced for the next gold bar auction session.
Recorded figures
- Status
- Cancelled
- Reason
- Banking network and settlement/fund-transfer disruption
As of Jul 2, 2026
Sources
Eghtesad Online · Eghtesad Online
Cited Jul 9, 2026
IBENA · Iran Banking and Economy News Agency
Cited Jul 9, 2026
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