Turkey's Foreign Trade Potential Emphasized at Kayseri Chamber of Industry Summit

Global economy, trade potential, and financing opportunities were discussed at the Economy and Finance Summit Kayseri 2026, organized by the Kayseri Chamber of Industry (KAYSO). During the program, it was stated that Turkey has the power to access wide markets thanks to its geographical location.

Economy and Finance World Met in Kayseri

The opening of the summit, held at the KAYSO Conference Hall with the participation of industrialists and business world representatives, was made by KAYSO Board Member İlhan Baloğlu.

In the event, moderated by Gökçen Müftüoğlu, experts in their fields delivered various presentations on corporate management and the economy.

Turkey's Strategic Location and Market Advantage

Speaking at the summit, İsmet Gergerli stated that Turkey possesses a significant trade advantage thanks to its geographical position.

Gergerli emphasized that the country is in a position to sell goods to a geography of 2.5 billion people within a 4-hour flight distance.

Global Competition and the Chinese Economy

Touching upon changes in the global economy, Gergerli drew attention to the fact that China has become a major power in production and trade.

It was stated that countries need to focus on elements such as technology, speed, and efficiency alongside cost in competition.

Evaluations on Foreign Exchange Rates and the Gold Market

Current developments in exchange rates and the gold market were discussed and examined in detail at the summit.

It was conveyed that the exchange rate should not be evaluated alone, but together with inflation, production, and export balances.

Capital Markets and Alternative Financing

In the presentation delivered by Osman İlker Savuran, ways for companies to benefit from capital markets were explained.

It was emphasized that companies should evaluate alternative financing models such as public offerings during their growth processes.