Economy· August 17, 2026 at 12:44 p.m.
Central Bank of Armenia Announces Changes in Exchange Rates and Precious Metals Prices
Key takeaways
- Armenian Dram depreciates against major currencies
- Gold prices increase slightly
- Central Bank aims to maintain economic stability
On August 26, the Central Bank of Armenia announced updates to the exchange rates and prices of precious metals. The changes are effective immediately.
The new exchange rates for major currencies include a slight depreciation of the Armenian Dram against the US Dollar, Euro, and Russian Ruble. The price of gold has also increased slightly, while silver remains unchanged.
'These adjustments reflect global market trends and are aimed at maintaining stability in the national economy,' said a spokesperson for the Central Bank of Armenia.