Borsa Istanbul Starts the Day with a Decline: BIST 100 Index Near 14,000 Points

Opening Data for the BIST 100 Index The BIST 100 index on Borsa Istanbul started the day at 14,011.20 points, representing a decrease of 50.52 points or 0.36% compared to the previous close.
The index had completed the previous trading day with a 0.92% increase at 14,061.71 points.
Investors maintained a cautious stance during the opening session.
Sectoral Movements and Losses As of the opening, the banking index fell by 0.40%, while the holding index dropped by 1.63%.
Among the sector indices, tourism was the top gainer with an increase of 0.84%, whereas the holding sector recorded the most significant decline.
The sharp drop in the holding index continues to exert pressure on the overall performance of the index.
Global Markets and Geopolitical Developments Global markets are following a mixed course under the shadow of U.S.
President Donald Trump's aggressive stance on customs tariffs and concerns regarding artificial intelligence.
While Trump's harsh statements about additional tariffs increased risk perception, it was reported that indirect talks between Iran and the U.S.
in Oman have concluded.
Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi stated that his country is not seeking nuclear weapons, easing concerns regarding the risk of military intervention.
Technical Levels and Expectations Analysts noted that the household expectation survey and sectoral inflation expectations will be monitored domestically today.
From a technical perspective, the 13,900 and 13,800 point levels serve as support for the BIST 100 index, while the 14,200 and 14,300 point levels act as resistance.
Volatility is expected to continue in the markets, with data flow anticipated to be influential in determining the direction.