The September 4, 2026 Issue of the Official Gazette and Global Markets
As the new issue of the Official Gazette was published, foreign exchange movements, energy investments, and central bank policies dominated the agenda in international financial markets.
As the September 4, 2026 issue of the Official Gazette is published, significant developments in economy, energy, and foreign policy in domestic and external markets are being closely followed.
Global Markets and Foreign Exchange Developments
The rise in the yen stood out as one of the main factors triggering expectations of intervention in the markets, while the New York Fed President made an optimistic assessment regarding inflation.
While the US saw its lowest private sector employment since January, JPMorgan issued various warnings to stock market investors.
Energy and Commodity Markets
While the Netherlands decided to transfer its gold reserves from the US to London, Chevron announced that it will make a $7 billion investment in Venezuela.
As diesel prices in the US approach critical levels once again, supply risks are causing natural gas prices in Europe to rise.
International Politics and Regional Developments
President Erdoğan stated that they discussed every issue on their agenda with Russian leader Putin and emphasized that Turkey is an important transit hub.
Iranian officials announced that two of their tankers attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz hit a mine, while Vance stated that all options are on the table regarding Iran.
Corporate and Economic Agenda
Uber announced it will lay off 3,300 people as part of its operations, while an initial public offering (IPO) of a company was officially approved by the Capital Markets Board (SPK).
BBVA brought forward its expectation for a rate cut from the Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey, while Donald Trump stated that they have almost unlimited ammunition.