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Turkey's January 2026 Trade Statistics
Turkey's trade data for January 2026 shows exports of $20.315 billion and imports of $28.695 billion, resulting in a $2.800 billion deficit.
Housing sales decline in 58 provinces
In January 2026, TÜİK data revealed that housing sales dropped in 58 provinces, with the steepest decline in Hakkari (51%) and the largest rise in Iğdır (68.1%).
Forbes List Reveals Turkish Businessmen's Wealth Peaks: Surprising Names from 2000 to 2026
Forbes annually publishes the world's richest, and Turkish businessmen's wealth peaks have shifted across sectors from banking and telecom in the early 2000s to retail and industry in the 2010s, and to technology, biotech and energy in the 2020s. Notable figures include Hamdi Ulukaya, Uğur Şahin and Murat Ülker.
Economic Confidence Index Rises 1.4% to 100.7 in February 2026
According to Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK) data, the Economic Confidence Index rose 1.4% to 100.7 in February 2026.
GTSO February 2026 Meeting Decides on Economy and Finance Topics
At the February 2026 meeting of the Giresun Chamber of Commerce and Industry, 30 members discussed and decided on economic and financing matters.
TÜİK: February Economic Confidence Index Rises to 100.7
Turkey's statistical agency reported the February Economic Confidence Index at 100.7, indicating increased optimism in the economy, with rises in consumer and producer expectations.
Turkey's Economic Optimism Index Rises to 100.7 in February
Turkey's economic optimism index climbed to 100.7 in February, surpassing the 100 threshold and indicating growing confidence among investors and businesses.
IMF warns U.S. that a seemingly strong economy may be at risk
The IMF’s 2026 report says that while U.S. growth, employment, and inflation look solid, rising budget deficits and public debt pose significant risks that could undermine long‑term resilience.
February 26, 2026 Economic Outlook: Dollar/TL 43.83–43.88, Gold Demand Persists
On February 26, 2026, developments in the foreign exchange and gold markets captured investors' attention.
Turkey's trade deficit rises 11.6% to $8.38 billion in January 2026
Turkey's trade deficit increased by 11.6% to $8.38 billion in January 2026.
Economic Confidence Index Rises to 100.7 in February
According to TÜİK data, the Economic Confidence Index climbed from 99.4 in January to 100.7 in February, indicating growing optimism in the Turkish economy.
The United Kingdom's Payment Systems: A Journey from 2016 to 2026
The sale of Vocalink to Mastercard in 2016 reignited discussions about the UK's payment infrastructure's geopolitical significance, culminating in a 2026 push for a new national payment vision.