Iranian economy

Only a quarter of Iranians believe Iran is a just and equal society, regime survey admits

While the size and scope of the survey is unclear, Bathaei admitted that around 60% of Iranians are not hopeful that the social conditions will improve in the future.

Iranian demonstrators gather in a street during a protest over the collapse of the currency's value, in Tehran, Iran, January 8, 2026.
 An Iranian woman walks on a street amid the implementation of the new hijab surveillance in Tehran, Iran, April 15, 2023

Women seemingly forced to sell hair to survive in Iran, following Armenian smuggling attempt

 US President Donald Trump seen over an illustrative image of American-Iranian ties (illustrative)

Iran demands frozen assets be released in initial phase of deal with US, leading to stalemate

Iranian Americans and supporters of the National Council of Resistance of Iran take part in a march passing in front of the U.S Department of Labor building with a banner with the image of U.S. President Donald Trump, in Washington, DC, US, May 16, 2026.

Iran-US negotiations stalling around nuclear program, financial relief, mediators say - report


Trump admin. plans to bankrupt Iran with 'maximum pressure' policies - report

Sources revealed that the administration plans to impose stricter sanctions, particularly on Iran’s oil exports, which serve as a critical revenue source. 

 Donald Trump over a backdrop of an Iranian flag. (Illustrative)

Iran's currency experiences major crash following Trump's victory

Iran’s long-struggling economy will likely be a target of further punitive measures under the new administration.  

 A tank drives atop Iranian Rial bills on the flag of the Islamic Republic of Iran (illustrative)

Middle Eastern economies shaky amid uncertainty as Tehran’s counteroffensive looms

The ongoing conflict is a source of uncertainty for investors everywhere, with escalations between Israel and Hezbollah threatening to push the already moribund Lebanese economy over the edge.

 (Illustrative) Stock market employees work at Tehran's Stock Exchange, Iran, January 17, 2016.

Iranian rial collapses, 'loses 30% of value' - reports

Government attempts at distracting the public with threats against Israel do not go unnoticed, as small demonstrations and online comments return focus to harsh conditions

 A WOMAN walks past an Iranian flag painted on a wall in a street in Tehran earlier this week.

Iran's debt burden has rocketed into the millions - report

Iran's increased isolation only contributes to the nation's economic downfall.

 A woman looks at exchange rates by the window of a currency exchange shop in Tehran's business district, Iran

Iranians sell organs abroad due to regime ‘corruption' - report

Iran expert Beni Sabti said that high prices and inflation are forcing Iranians to sell their organs and sometimes even their children.

Surgeon selecting sterilized tool for operation.

Iran's economy: World's 11th-largest GDP is strong but in crisis

Iran is home to strong universities, advanced technology, and innovative start-ups. And a giant economy and population, whose size alone makes it formidable. 

 People at a co-working space in Tehran.

US sanctions against Iran violate Iranian people's rights - UN experts

“The sanctions not only prevent the Iranian government from addressing them effectively; they contribute to making the challenges worse,” experts at the United Nations said.

A general view of Tehran city following the increase in air pollution in Tehran, Iran, November 24, 2021.

Iran central bank governor blames protests for currency's fall

Taraneh Alidoosti was the latest of dozens of artists, journalists and lawyers detained over the past three months for speaking out against a violent security crackdown on protesters.

A man walks past the Central Bank of Iran in Tehran, Iran August 1, 2019.

Iran's parliament mulls wage hike for teachers holding nationwide strike

Iran has faced nearly continuous protests by workers in the past year over inflation exceeding 40%, high unemployment and mismanagement.

 A salesman counts money in Tajrish Bazaar, Tehran, Iran August 1, 2019