Investigation into Investment Funds and Social Media Rumors

Serdar HocamAuthor & Editor

Following market speculations, the Bakırköy Chief Public Prosecutor's Office has launched an investigation against those spreading misleading information in the capital markets.

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Following the increase in speculations regarding investment funds and the spread of false information on social media, the Bakırköy Chief Public Prosecutor's Office took action and announced the launch of an investigation.

Growing Interest in Investment Funds and Figures

According to data from the Central Registry Agency, interest in investment funds is on the rise, with the total portfolio value of the funds reaching 11 trillion liras and the total number of investors reaching 5.97 million people.

Speculations on Equity-Heavy Funds

Following the regulations of the Capital Markets Board, various rumors and speculations regarding funds carrying predominantly stocks in their portfolios have increased in recent days.

Legal Action and Investigation Decision by the Prosecutor's Office

The Bakırköy Chief Public Prosecutor's Office has opened an investigation into social media accounts and individuals who provide false information or start rumors in order to influence the prices of capital market instruments and investor decisions.

Instructions Given to the Gendarmerie and Evidence Detection

Official instructions have been given to the Istanbul Provincial Gendarmerie Command in order to identify the real identities of the suspects making these posts and to collect the evidence completely.