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Courage to Act in Currency Policy

6d ago October 26, 2026 1 min read 📰 Donya-e-Eqtesad
📋 Key Takeaway

The article discusses the significant fluctuations in Iran's unofficial currency market, particularly the dollar rate, which has surged from 200,000 tomans to nearly 270,000 tomans due to external pressures like war and sanctions. It references Ben Bernanke's concept of 'courage to act' in policymaking during crises, highlighting the urgency for Iranian policymakers.

🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line: Iran's currency crisis underscores the urgent need for effective economic policy responses amid external pressures.

👥 Key Players

Ben Bernanke MENTIONED
Former Chairman of the Federal Reserve
"His policies during economic crises are often referenced as a model for central banks worldwide, including Iran."
Iranian Central Bank MENTIONED
National monetary authority
"Responsible for managing Iran's currency policy and responding to economic challenges."

📰 What Happened

Iran's unofficial currency market has seen significant fluctuations, with the dollar rate rising sharply from over 200,000 tomans to nearly 270,000 tomans due to external pressures like war and sanctions. This situation has prompted discussions about the need for decisive action from Iranian policymakers.

  • The dollar rate in Iran's unofficial market surged from 200,000 tomans to nearly 270,000 tomans.
  • The fluctuations are attributed to external factors including war, sanctions, and economic blockade.

💡 Why It Matters

🇮🇷 For Iran: The rising dollar rate exacerbates inflation and economic instability, affecting everyday life for Iranians and the government's ability to manage the economy.
🌍 Regional: Increased economic instability in Iran could have spillover effects on neighboring countries, particularly those that rely on trade with Iran.
🌐 International: The situation highlights the impact of sanctions and geopolitical tensions on national economies, raising concerns for international markets and policymakers.

📚 Background

Iran has faced severe economic challenges due to international sanctions, particularly related to its nuclear program, and ongoing geopolitical conflicts. The unofficial currency market often reflects the true economic conditions in the country.

Iranian economy International sanctions on Iran
📡 Source: STATE MEDIA
📊 Confidence: 70%
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Donyaye Eghtesad: Ben Bernanke, the Chairman of the Federal Reserve from 2006 to 2014, titled his autobiography "Courage to Act." In this book, Bernanke referred to the moment and courage of policymakers (central bank) in facing emergencies as courage to act, which means adopting the most appropriate solution available in the shortest possible time when confronting negative macroeconomic phenomena. Since early September of this year, due to the specific external conditions prevailing in the country, including war, intensified hostile sanctions, and economic blockade, the exchange rate in the unofficial market has experienced significant fluctuations. While the unofficial dollar rate fluctuated between 150,000 to 180,000 tomans in the spring and between 170,000 to 190,000 tomans in the first two months of summer, it surpassed the price resistance of 200,000 tomans in early September and rapidly approached around 270,000 tomans.

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Translation confidence: 85%

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