Iranian Rial Hits Record Low, Now World's Weakest Currency at 1.46M IRR/USD

#BREAKING | TEHRAN, IRAN — The Iranian Rial has reached a record low, becoming the world"s weakest currency. As of January 9, 2026, the Rial is trading at over 1.46 million IRR per USD on the black market.

This significant depreciation is attributed to escalating economic sanctions and rising inflation in Iran. The current exchange rate surpasses that of other devalued currencies, such as the Lebanese Pound, which is approximately 90,000 LBP per USD.

The ongoing economic challenges in Iran have drawn attention to the country"s financial instability, marking a critical moment for its economy.

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