Index Performance The BIST 100 index rose 22.38% from 11,268 points at the start of 2026 to 14,532 points.
This level tested the all‑time high in Turkish lira terms and positioned the Istanbul Stock Exchange as the world’s second most profitable market after the Korean Stock Exchange.
Stock Performance Only 35 of the 100 constituent stocks outperformed the index’s 22.38% gain.
The remaining 65 stocks lagged behind the index.
Twenty‑one stocks delivered returns between 10% and 20%, while twenty stocks had returns between 1% and 10%.
Geopolitical Factors Rising tensions between the United States and Iran have made investors cautious.
The outcomes of ongoing talks in Geneva are expected to shape market direction.
Investor Advice When evaluating index performance, investors should also consider individual stock performance.
Portfolio diversification and risk‑management strategies can provide stability in volatile markets.
BIST 100 Index Surges 22.38% in 2026, Only 35 Stocks Outperform
The BIST 100 index rose 22.38% in 2026, but only 35 of its 100 constituents outperformed the index. The remaining stocks lagged behind, while geopolitical tensions between the U.S. and Iran added caution to investors.
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- Borsanın Gündemi · baglanti