CBRT Governor Karahan Issues Warning on Economy Influencers
Speaking at the Istanbul Economy Forum, CBRT Governor Fatih Karahan drew attention to the importance of expertise in economic evaluations on social media.
During his speech at the Istanbul Economy Forum, Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey Governor Fatih Karahan addressed posts by economy influencers on social media, stating that institutions with proper expertise must come to the forefront.
Istanbul Economy Forum Held
The Istanbul Economy Forum was organized by the Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey at the Istanbul Financial Center. Within the scope of the event, the Strategic Outlook in the Global Economy panel took place.
Passing Through an Exceptional Period
CBRT Governor Karahan, who moderated the panel, emphasized that an exceptional period is being experienced by economic policy makers due to changing global conditions.
Posts on Social Media
Pointing out the importance of communication with firms and households, Karahan mentioned that influencers on social media share views on inflation and the economy.
Emphasis on Expertise
Stating that the shared views are not always based on correct expertise, Karahan noted that institutions possessing the necessary knowledge should be more active in communication.