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Foreign Producer Price Index Increases by 35.12% Annually in January
The Foreign Producer Price Index (YD-ÜFE) rose by 35.12% annually in January, with a monthly increase of 4.06%. The mining sector recorded the highest growth among industrial categories.
New Regulation for EV Charging in Turkey: Single Price and Credit Card Mandate
Turkey's Energy Market Regulatory Authority (EPDK) has introduced new rules to simplify electric vehicle charging tariffs and mandate credit card payments at fast-charging stations.
CHP's Bekir Başevirgen: "Citizens Buy Cheese in 80-Gram Packs, Not by the Kilogram"
CHP Manisa MP Bekir Başevirgen visited local delicatessens to observe the impact of rising food prices, where shopkeepers reported that customers are now forced to buy cheese in tiny 80-100 gram portions.
Number of Closed Companies in Turkey Decreased by 78% in January 2026
In January 2026, 11,115 new companies were established in Turkey, while the number of closed companies dropped by 77.97% compared to the previous month, falling to 1,604.
The Era of Salary Hikes via Job-Hopping Ends: 2026 Employment Data
The post-pandemic strategy of switching jobs to boost income has lost its effectiveness as of 2026, with the wage gap between job-switchers and stayers hitting historic lows.
Fitch Ratings Announces "Neutral" 2026 Outlook for Turkey's Finance and Public Sectors
International credit rating agency Fitch Ratings has set a "neutral" outlook for Turkey's financial system and public sector for 2026, citing macroeconomic stability alongside potential election-related risks.
Manufacturing Capacity Utilization Rate Drops to 74 Percent in February
According to Central Bank of the Republic of Türkiye data, the seasonally adjusted manufacturing capacity utilization rate decreased by 0.4 points to 74.0 percent in February.
Borsa Istanbul Starts the Day with a Decline: BIST 100 Index at 13,782 Points
The BIST 100 index at Borsa Istanbul opened the day down 0.16% at 13,782.50 points amid global geopolitical tensions. While the tourism index rose, the holding index recorded the largest decline among sectors.
Foreign Producer Price Index Rises 35.12 Percent Annually in January
According to TURKSTAT data, the Foreign Producer Price Index (F-PPI) recorded a monthly increase of 4.06 percent and an annual increase of 35.12 percent in January 2026.
Turkey's International Investment Position Deficit Reached $324.9 Billion at End of 2025
The Central Bank of the Republic of Türkiye (CBRT) reported that the country's net International Investment Position (IIP) deficit stood at $324.9 billion at the end of 2025.
TurkStat Announces 2025 Fourth Quarter Labor Input Indices: Increase in Employment and Wages
According to Turkish Statistical Institute (TurkStat) data, the employment index increased by 1.1% annually and the gross wage-salary index rose by 36.5% in the fourth quarter of 2025.
CBRT Confidence Indices Announced: Rise in Real Sector, Decline in Financial Services
According to Central Bank of the Republic of Türkiye data, the Real Sector Confidence Index rose to 104.1 points, while the Financial Services Confidence Index fell to 176. The 12-month PPI expectation decreased to 30.2%.