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US Economy Falls Short of Expectations in Q4 2025: 1.4% Growth
The US economy grew by 1.4% in the final quarter of 2025, missing market expectations of 2.8%. Annual growth reached 2.2% amid the impact of a record 43-day government shutdown.
Operating Licenses of Three Electronic Money Institutions Revoked
The Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey has officially revoked the operating licenses of TTM Elektronik Para, Klon Ödeme Kuruluşu, and Fzypay following decisions published in the Official Gazette.
SYS Group and CANiK to Showcase Next-Generation Defense Systems at Enforce Tac 2026
Samsun Yurt Savunma (SYS Group) will present its heavy machine guns and medium-caliber weapon solutions for the European market through its brands CANiK, AEI Systems, and UNIROBOTICS at the Enforce Tac 2026 exhibition in Germany.
Gold Prices Hit Historic Record After Trump's Iran Statement: Ounce Surpasses $5,100
Gold prices reached a historic peak of $5,108 per ounce following US President Donald Trump's signals regarding potential military intervention in Iran. In the domestic market, gram gold surpassed the 7,500 TL threshold, setting a new record.
Weekly Market Outlook: Borsa Istanbul and Euro Decline, Gold and Dollar Rise
During the week of February 13-20, Borsa Istanbul and the Euro lost value, while gold and the US dollar provided gains for investors. The BIST 100 index ended the week with a 1.74% decrease.
$100 Billion Trade Target Between Turkey and Russia: Minister Bolat and Novak Meet
Trade Minister Ömer Bolat and Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak discussed strategic steps to increase the bilateral trade volume to $100 billion.
Trump Effect on Gold and Silver: Gram Gold Surpasses 7,500 TL Threshold
Geopolitical tensions following US President Trump's statements on Iran have driven gold and silver prices to record highs, with physical gram gold reaching 7,511 TL in the Grand Bazaar.
Turkey and Russia Target $100 Billion Trade: Minister Bolat and Novak Meet in Ankara
Trade Minister Ömer Bolat and Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak met in Ankara to discuss strategies for increasing bilateral trade volume to $100 billion and deepening economic cooperation.
February 21, 2026 Gold Prices: Gram Gold at 7,183 TL Level
The upward trend in gold markets continues as of February 21, 2026, with gram gold trading at 7,183 TL and quarter gold reaching 12,263 TL.
New Retirement Model from SGK: Higher Pensions for Longer Service
A new social security reform under the Medium-Term Program aims to encourage employees to remain in the workforce longer by offering higher pension benefits. The model focuses on combating informal employment and maintaining actuarial balance through updated pension calculation rates.
Regulation on Combating Invasive Alien Species Published in Official Gazette
The Turkish Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry has issued a comprehensive regulation to prevent the entry of invasive alien species that threaten biodiversity and the economy. The measure includes the creation of a national monitoring system and a list of prohibited species.
Foreign Investors' Strategy in Turkey: Carry Trade Preference and Bond Hesitation
Economists Timothy Ash and İris Cibre analyzed foreign investor behavior in Turkish markets, noting a preference for carry trade returns while highlighting a persistent reluctance toward long-term bond investments due to liquidity concerns.