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Turkish regulatory updates in education and trade

3 clusters · 14 sources · last updated about 23 hours ago

Latest: Türkiye Official Gazette issues new regulations and court decisions

The Turkish Official Gazette continues to publish regulatory updates regarding higher education and foreign trade. In the education sector, recent updates include the establishment of research centers at Istanbul Gedik

Turkish economic and political volatility

8 clusters · 42 sources · last updated about 24 hours ago

Latest: Turkey economic agenda features inflation and central bank updates

Turkey continues to navigate significant economic and political volatility. While previous years were marked by unconventional interest rate cuts that devalued the lira, recent efforts have focused on stabilizing the eco

Fitch Ratings assessment of Turkish economy

2 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Fitch Ratings assesses resilience of Turkish economy

Fitch Ratings has maintained Turkey’s credit rating at ‘BB-’ with a ‘stable’ outlook, noting that tight monetary and fiscal policies have helped manage risks. While gross foreign exchange reserves rose to $176 billion by

Turkish financial regulatory and support measures

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Turkey implements new financial regulations for tradespeople and savings finance

Turkey has implemented several financial measures and regulatory changes aimed at supporting exporters, small business owners, and the savings finance sector. In early September, the government expanded Banking and Insu

Yeni Parti expansion and rising Turkish political tensions

41 clusters · 342 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Turkish politics faces fund scandal allegations and new legislative session

Since its registration in July 2026, Yeni Parti has expanded rapidly under Özgür Özel, reporting over 600,000 members in August. As the party prepares for its major congress on November 14-15, it is implementing district

Turkey economic data shows mixed trade and inflation trends

25 clusters · 175 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Turkey unemployment rate falls to 7.8% in August

Turkey’s economic landscape remains characterized by high inflation and mixed sectoral performance. While consumer-price inflation was 31.75% in July 2026, financial sector representatives have raised year-end inflation

Turkish BIST100 volatility, fund liquidation, and fraudprobe

28 clusters · 283 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Borsa İstanbul and Turkish Lira face volatility amid market shifts

The BIST 100 index continues to face significant downward pressure and volatility. Recent sessions have seen the index drop over 2%, with the financial leasing and factoring sector suffering weekly losses exceeding 36%.

Turkey corporate debt, FX exposure, and KKM phase-out

15 clusters · 70 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Turkey enforcement files reach 26.3 million amid rising debt

By late August 2026, Turkey’s economic distress manifested in the total evaporation of the Currency Protected Deposit (KKM) system. According to the Banking Regulation and Supervision Agency (BDDK), KKM account balances

Turkey minimum wage falls behind rising hunger and poverty

27 clusters · 129 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Türkiye pension and service debt costs projected for 2027

The gap between Turkey’s minimum wage and the cost of living widened significantly through mid-2026. In July, the Turkish Confederation of Trade Unions (TÜRK-İŞ) reported the food poverty line for a four-person family in

Turkey fuel price volatility and looming tax changes

57 clusters · 254 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Turkey fuel prices expected to rise as Eşel Mobil system ends

Diesel prices in Turkey continue to experience extreme volatility. Following a period of prices exceeding 100 TL, a significant reduction of approximately 5.57 TL per liter took effect on September 24, 2026, driven by de

Turkey 2026–2027 pension and wage adjustments

81 clusters · 207 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Edirne retirees protest TÜİK over inflation data

As of late September 2026, millions of civil servants and retirees are awaiting January 2027 salary adjustments, with growing concern over the erosion of purchasing power. While previous updates in July 2026 provided a 1

Turkish financial market stability and ministerial scrutiny

2 clusters · 46 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Turkey addresses financial market volatility and fund investigation

Turkish Treasury and Finance Minister Mehmet Şimşek and the Ministry of Treasury and Finance issued denials regarding rumors of his resignation and allegations of improper business ties with a brokerage firm. The Ministr

Turkish bank promotion distribution and competition

7 clusters · 41 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Turkish banks launch competitive loan and promotion campaigns

In Turkey, a legal disparity exists regarding bank salary promotions. Due to gaps in labor and obligation laws, public sector employees and retirees regularly receive these payments, while many private sector workers are

US economic and military pressure on Iran intensifies

106 clusters · 2269 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: US Treasury Secretary claims success in isolating Iran economically

The U.S. has transitioned from military campaigns toward an economic ‘stranglehold’ designed to isolate Tehran. Through the Treasury Department’s ‘Operation Economic Outcast,’ the U.S. aims to ‘collapse networks that sus

Turkish economic growth and stability targets

4 clusters · 37 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Turkey Vice President discusses economic growth and regional stability

Turkish Vice President Cevdet Yılmaz has outlined several economic growth and stability targets for the country. During a summit organized by the Confederation of Turkish Employer Associations, Yılmaz set long-term goals

Gold volatility increases amid US inflation concerns

18 clusters · 309 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Gold prices in Vietnam remain stable amid global market volatility

Gold prices have entered a period of extreme volatility throughout 2026, driven by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, fluctuating interest rates, and varying economic pressures. The global market has followed a ro

Reactions and Reforms in Türkiye's 2027-2029 OVP

13 clusters · 152 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Turkey economic leaders discuss growth, defense, and tourism

The Turkish government’s 2027–2029 Medium-Term Program (OVP) continues to face scrutiny over its inflation targets and sectoral priorities. While the government maintains that the program is a necessary phase of macroeco

Turkish banking trends and TCMB interest rate hike

9 clusters · 72 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Central Bank of Türkiye raises policy interest rate to 45 percent

Turkish financial institutions and business leaders continue to navigate shifting credit availability and interest rate environments. As of late September 2026, banks are actively competing for customers through diverse

Turkish rental demand rises as political pressure mounts

8 clusters · 45 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Turkish housing market shifts toward compact homes

The Turkish housing market continues to face a widening gap between nominal price growth and real value due to high inflation. As of August 2026, the Housing Price Index (HPI) rose by 0.9% month-on-month to 236.8. While

Food waste escalation in Türkiye

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Türkiye food waste reaches 102kg per person annually

Food waste in Türkiye has reached significant levels, with specific concerns regarding bread waste. Daily bread waste has risen to 6 million loaves, resulting in an annual economic loss of approximately 38.325 billion TL

Turkish lira decline and energy market volatility Sept 2026

14 clusters · 201 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: US Dollar hits new record high against Turkish Lira

The Turkish lira continued its decline into late September 2026, with the US Dollar reaching a new historical peak of approximately 48.82 TL. This upward movement occurred despite a slight retreat in the US Dollar Index,

Turkey natural gas tiered pricing implementation

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Turkey implements tiered natural gas pricing system

Turkey has implemented a tiered natural gas pricing system through BOTAŞ that affects residential users based on monthly consumption limits. Under this system, users are billed at a lower rate, Kademe-1, for consumptio

Turkish political developments regarding terrorism policy

9 clusters · 70 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: AK Party officials deny concessions in ‘Terror-free Turkey’ process

The ‘Terror-free Turkey’ initiative, a state policy promoted by the Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) and President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, has progressed toward a critical legal and judicial phase. While MHP leaders have m

Turkey electricity subsidy and tariff adjustments

3 clusters · 36 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Fuel price hikes and electricity shortages spark public outcry

Turkish energy authorities are evaluating measures to reduce state electricity subsidies and manage rising production costs. Initial plans focused on lowering the annual consumption thresholds required for subsidized rat

Turkey 2026 fiscal, debt, FX & external deficits

20 clusters · 73 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Turkey central government budget records August surplus

In May 2026, the Treasury raised about 13.4 bn lira through domestic bond auctions and sold roughly $14 bn of U.S. Treasury holdings to shore up the lira. An internal borrowing programme for June–August was announced, ta

Turkey inflation forecasts rise; policy calibration underway

50 clusters · 215 sources · last updated 20 days ago

Latest: Turkey rent increase rate set at 31.79 percent for September 2026

In mid-August 2026, the Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey (TCMB) revised its year-end inflation forecast upward from 26% to 28%, citing supply-side shocks and energy price volatility. TCMB President Fatih Karahan no

Central Bank of Türkiye balance of payments and reserves

5 clusters · 34 sources · last updated 20 days ago

Latest: Central Bank of Türkiye reserves fall to $184.2 billion

The Central Bank of the Republic of Türkiye (TCMB) has addressed discrepancies in its balance of payments reporting by revising its Financial Account. To clarify these changes, the bank released an educational video titl

Turkey Trade Ministry consumer protection and enforcement

4 clusters · 65 sources · last updated 20 days ago

Latest: Türkiye reports July current account surplus and market inspection fines

Turkey’s Trade Ministry has significantly expanded its market oversight and enforcement actions throughout 2026. Following mid-July crackdowns on price gouging and hazardous child products, the scale of administrative pe

Turkish housing finance and mortgage market trends

2 clusters · 17 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: Halkbank launches new housing loan campaign in Turkey

The Turkish housing finance market is characterized by varying mortgage costs and emerging financing alternatives. In August 2026, participation banks were noted for offering more competitive rates than traditional depos

Turkey debt management and restructuring measures

9 clusters · 113 sources · last updated about 1 month ago

Latest: Türkiye tax debt restructuring deadline ends August 31

In late July 2026, Turkey’s Ministry of Treasury and Finance detailed a three‑month internal borrowing programme worth approximately 1.2 trillion lira to be raised through market sales, direct sales, and public offerings