Trust, Strategy, and Interest Rate Impact Discussed in the Real Estate Sector
Leading figures in the business world evaluated the current state of the real estate and construction sector, the impact of high interest rates on the market, and investment decisions.
At the 'Pideli Sohbetler' gathering organized by Türkiye'de İş Dünyası Magazine, the reflections of high interest rates on the real estate and construction sectors, purchasing power, and strategic moves for the future were discussed.
'Pideli Sohbetler' Gathering Took Place
The event, moderated by Türkiye'de İş Dünyası Magazine Editor-in-Chief Celal Toprak, brought together important figures from the business world.
Current issues in the real estate sector were discussed at the meeting hosted by Mustafa Ekiz, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Ekizoğlu Yapı A.Ş.
Sector Representatives Came Together
Taner Çağatay, owner of Çağatay Sigorta ve Reasürans Brokerlik, and columnist Erkan Zing attended the gathering.
Yılmaz Sönmez, Founder of Ortak Akıl Yönetim Danışmanlık, and Serap Mar, Founding Partner of Sera Partners Gayrimenkul, also took part in the meeting.
Impact of Interest Rates on the Market
Mustafa Ekiz stated that 2026 has been a challenging year for the sector, but business volume continues, albeit with low profit margins.
It was stated that the high interest rate environment leads individual and institutional investors to act cautiously, and the sector is expecting an interest rate cut.
Signs of Recovery and Expectations
Taner Çağatay expressed that the construction sector has experienced stagnation for a while but is now giving signals of recovery.
In the upcoming period, if interest rate cuts take place, the market is expected to open up partially.
Importance of Strategy and Trust
Yılmaz Sönmez pointed out that it is of great importance for companies to properly plan their own futures.
It was emphasized that the element of trust plays a critical role for sustainable mobility in the real estate sector.