Economy
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Global Markets Focus on US Growth Data and Geopolitical Tensions
Global markets are facing selling pressure driven by US-Iran tensions and corporate earnings, as investors await critical US growth and PCE inflation data.
Ministry of Commerce Announces January 2026 Export Data: 4 Cities Surpass $1 Billion Threshold
According to the Ministry of Commerce's January 2026 data, Turkey's total exports reached $20.328 billion, with Istanbul, Kocaeli, Izmir, and Bursa each exceeding the $1 billion mark.
Christine Lagarde: I Will Serve My ECB Presidency Until the End of My Term
European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde has dismissed rumors of an early departure, confirming she will complete her full eight-year term while remaining focused on combating inflation.
Bloomberg Businessweek Türkiye Issue 119: Turkey's Demographic Transformation and the Risk of 'Aging Before Getting Rich'
The latest issue of Bloomberg Businessweek Türkiye examines the economic impacts of Turkey's demographic shift as the fertility rate drops to 1.48.
Salisbury's 124-Year-Old Historic Clothing Store Chas H Baker to Close
Chas H Baker, a long-standing menswear store operating in Salisbury, England since 1902, has announced it will close its doors in March 2026 due to rising costs and changing market conditions.
New Era in Cigarette Paper Production and Trade: Ministry Implements Strict Inspection Regulations
The Turkish Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry has updated standards for the production, packaging, and export of cigarette paper, introducing strict controls ranging from facility establishment to plain packaging requirements.
Fitch Ratings Sets Turkey's 2026 Outlook to "Neutral": Election and Inflation Risks Persist
International credit rating agency Fitch Ratings has announced a "neutral" outlook for Turkey's financial and public sectors for 2026, citing election cycles, high inflation, and regulatory changes in banking.
Stephen Miran Lowers Rate Cut Expectation to 100 Basis Points
Fed Governor Stephen Miran has reduced his projected interest rate cuts for the year from 150 to 100 basis points, citing the resilience of the U.S. economy and a strong labor market.
Aydıncık Yacht Harbor Project to be Tendered via BOT Model
The tender process for the Aydıncık Yacht Harbor Project has commenced under the Build-Operate-Transfer model, with bids being accepted until May 5.
TEPAV Director Cunedioğlu: Cigarette Pack Should Be 161 TL Relative to National Income
TEPAV Director Ekrem Cunedioğlu argues that cigarette prices in Turkey have become significantly cheaper relative to national income, suggesting a pack should cost 161 TL to match 2010 affordability levels.
Escalating Middle East Tensions Push Oil Prices to 6-Month Highs
U.S. nuclear pressure on Iran and increased military activity in the region have triggered global supply concerns, driving Brent crude prices toward the $72 mark.
Region in Antalya's Korkuteli Declared Renewable Energy Resource Area
The Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources has designated a specific site in the Korkuteli district of Antalya as a Renewable Energy Resource Area (YEKA) to boost Turkey's clean energy capacity.