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8/31/26

Vietnam's Future Industries and Technology Goals

GG Power CEO Bui Xuan Binh evaluated Vietnam's potential in the energy storage and technology sectors in line with the country's development goals.

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8/31/26

Trump Calls on Canadian Companies to Relocate to US and Offers Tariff Exemption

The leader, demanding that Canadian companies doing business with the United States relocate to the US immediately, announced that no tariffs will be applied to businesses that return.

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8/31/26

130 Million Bottles Recycled in Two Months with the Deposit-Based Packaging System

Millions of beverage packages were brought back into the economy thanks to the eco-friendly practice launched nationwide in July.

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8/31/26

Vietnam's Foreign Trade: 81-Year Transformation and Record Growth

Since its independence in 1945, Vietnam has undergone a major transformation in merchandise trade, reaching a trade volume of $659.58 billion in the first seven months of 2026.

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8/30/26

Rise of AfD Ahead of State Elections in Germany Triggers Economic Concerns

Ahead of the upcoming state elections in Germany, the growing strength of the anti-immigrant AfD is viewed by economists and the business community as a major risk to growth, the labor workforce, and public finances.

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8/30/26

Wealthy Investors Turn to Physical Bullion, Straining Vault Capacities

The desire to operate independently of the financial system and seek crisis security has driven investors toward physical gold bullion stored in private vaults instead of gold funds.

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8/30/26

Tanker Hit in the Strait of Hormuz and Global Developments

According to United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations data, a tanker passing through the Strait of Hormuz was hit in an attack.

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8/30/26

UK Treasury Calls on Banks for Examples in Fight Against Money Laundering

The UK government is gathering real-life examples proving the prevention of financial crimes ahead of the 2027 international audit.

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8/30/26

Living Conditions and Economic Crisis Six Months Into the War in Iran

As six months pass since the US and Israeli war against Iran, soaring inflation and a massive depreciation of the currency have made daily life difficult for the public.

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8/30/26

European Central Bank Expected to Implement New Interest Rate Hike in September

Ahead of the European Central Bank's meeting on September 10, inflationary risks and economic resilience are strengthening the likelihood of a new interest rate hike.

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8/30/26

Weekly Review of Commodity Markets: Fed Expectations and Shipment Risks

While the Fed's hawkish policies weighed on metals and oil in global commodity markets, Black Sea shipment risks pushed agricultural products to their peak.

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8/30/26

John James Evaluates the Agenda: Iran, Trade, and Data Centers

Michigan Representative John James evaluated the upcoming elections, Iran policy, and trade tariffs with Canada during a television appearance.

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8/30/26

Oil Deal Between Venezuela and US Sparks Controversy

Venezuela's interim leader, Delcy Rodríguez, argued that the controversial energy agreement reached with US President Donald Trump will provide a major contribution to the country's economy.

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8/30/26

Trump's Move to Fill Reserves with Venezuelan Oil

US President Donald Trump announced that the country's strategic reserves will soon be replenished thanks to the oil agreement reached with Venezuela.

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8/30/26

Sharp Decline in Gold Following Fed Chair Kevin Warsh's Statements

Hawkish messages delivered at the Jackson Hole meeting pressured precious metals, causing spot gold to record its largest daily loss in months.

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8/30/26

Call for Unity and Message from Iranian Leader Mojtaba Hamaney to Gulf Countries

Releasing a written message in the sixth month of the regional war, Mojtaba Hamaney stated that the problems of Islamic countries can be solved through solidarity.

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8/30/26

Upcoming elections and economic policies in Germany

Ahead of upcoming state elections in Germany, economists state that a possible coming to power of the far-right AfD would harm the labor market, growth, and the public budget.

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8/30/26

Kayseri Chamber of Commerce August Assembly Meeting Held

In his statement at the August assembly meeting, KTO President Ömer Gülsoy stated that producers need economic clarity and an environment of trust in the face of rising costs.

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8/30/26

Iran's Leader Khamenei Calls for Unity Among Muslim Countries

Iran's leader invited Muslim countries to unite against the US and Israel while also calling for steps to be taken in the economic field.

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8/30/26

Alo 193 Joint Damage Notification Center Enters Service as of September 1

Initiating a new era in insurance, the Alo 193 Joint Damage Notification Center will collect traffic and casco damage applications from a single point.

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8/30/26

New 25-Year Energy Agreement Signed Between Venezuela and the US

A 25-year energy agreement signed between Venezuela and the US aims to increase crude oil production to 1.5 million barrels per day.

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8/30/26

Tera Yatırım Applied to Increase Registered Capital Ceiling to 40 Billion Liras

Tera Yatırım has decided to apply to the Capital Markets Board to increase its registered capital ceiling to 40 billion liras and its paid-in capital to 4 billion liras.

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8/30/26

Critique of Turkish Economy from NEW Party MP Özgür Karabat

Stating that the country has moved away from a production economy, Özgür Karabat shared data on contraction in industry and the foreign trade deficit.

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8/30/26

Referendum in Iceland Rejects European Union Membership Talks

The people of Iceland rejected the government's proposal to restart European Union membership negotiations with 52.5% of the vote.

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8/30/26

All Eyes on TurkStat for Turkey's Second-Quarter Growth Data

Turkey's second-quarter economic growth data for 2026 will be announced tomorrow by TurkStat. The Anadolu Agency Finance survey revealed a median economist expectation of 2.8 percent.

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8/30/26

Rise of the AfD Ahead of German State Elections

Ahead of the upcoming state elections in Germany in September, the rise of the anti-immigrant AfD is assessed by the business world and economists as a serious threat in terms of growth, workforce, and investments.

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8/30/26

Turkey's Second Quarter 2026 Growth Data to be Announced

Market expectations have become clear ahead of the gross domestic product data to be announced by the Turkish Statistical Institute.

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8/30/26

Iceland Set to Reject Bill to Restart Negotiations with European Union

According to initial results announced by the national broadcaster, Iceland is set to vote 'No' in a referendum on restarting European Union membership negotiations.

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8/30/26

Changing Balances in Commodity Markets: Gold Declined, Wheat Increased

Last week, while US Federal Reserve policies and supply concerns shaped the commodity markets, gold declined and agricultural products gained value.

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8/30/26

Sharp Fluctuations in Global Markets Following the Jackson Hole Symposium

While Fed Chair Kevin Warsh's hawkish messages shifted balances in the markets, precious metals declined, and significant increases were recorded in grain and cocoa prices.

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8/30/26

Security companies build new vaults as physical gold demand from wealthy investors surges

High-net-worth individuals are increasingly opting to buy gold bullion instead of funds and store it in private vaults, prompting companies to prepare new storage facilities.

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8/30/26

KARADENİZBİRLİK Targets Purchasing 35 Thousand Tons of Sunflower in the 2026 Season

Providing 122 million liras of in-kind and cash support to its producer partners in the new season, KARADENİZBİRLİK has officially launched its purchasing campaign.

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8/30/26

Mahmut Özer's Analysis of Daron Acemoğlu and the Institutional Approach

Former Minister of National Education Mahmut Özer discussed the works of Daron Acemoğlu and the criticisms from The Economist magazine in an article he penned.

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8/30/26

Goldman Sachs' Year-End 2026 Forecast of $4,900 for Spot Gold

Goldman Sachs analysts have announced that spot gold could reach $4,900 by the end of 2026, driven by central bank purchases and weakening rate hike expectations.

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8/30/26

US President Trump's economic test and the 2026 midterm elections

While growth, the stock market, and investments in artificial intelligence continue in the US, voters' dissatisfaction is growing due to high inflation, rent, and gasoline prices.

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8/30/26

Historic Oil Agreement Signed Between the US and Venezuela

The massive partnership established between the two countries will increase America's reserves while ensuring the renewal of Venezuela's hydrocarbon infrastructure.

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8/30/26

Comprehensive 25-Year Oil Agreement Signed Between Venezuela and US

Within the scope of the memorandum aiming to increase the country's energy power, it is planned to raise the daily production volume above 1.5 million barrels and involve giant companies in the process.

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8/30/26

Public Support and Subsidies for the Private Sector Are Increasing

While cheap loans and subsidies provided to the private sector are growing, experts point out that these steps will burden the budget and could trigger inflation.

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8/30/26

Central Bank interest rate cut expectations and investment preferences

Expectations of an interest rate cut by the Central Bank have led investors to compare returns between money market funds and exchange rates.

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8/30/26

Spot Gold's Three-Week Winning Streak Ends Following Jackson Hole Remarks

The probability of a rate hike in September approaching 50% created severe pressure on the precious metal, bringing its largest daily loss of the recent period.

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8/30/26

Goldman Sachs' 2026 Year-End Gold Price Forecast

Goldman Sachs analysts have announced their baseline gold forecast for the end of 2026 at $4,900, driven by central bank purchases and Federal Reserve expectations.

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8/30/26

The US era in Turkey's energy imports and the rising bill

While Russia's long-standing dominance in Turkey's energy imports weakens, the US has risen to the top spot in crude oil and natural gas supply.

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8/30/26

Important Economic and Financial Developments of Last Week

Federal Reserve Chairman Warsh's messages, the manufacturing industry financing package, and CBRT's repo auctions stood out on last week's economic agenda.

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8/30/26

Weekly Market Update: Stocks, Gold, US Dollar, and Euro Post Gains

In the past week, stocks, gold, and exchange rates closed with gains in the markets.

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8/30/26

Sharp drop in gold prices following Fed's Jackson Hole message

Hawkish messages at the Jackson Hole symposium pushed the dollar and bond yields higher, while precious metals recorded their biggest daily loss since June.

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8/30/26

New Regulations Implemented for Savings Financing Companies

The Banking Regulation and Supervision Agency introduced new rules for the savings financing sector, increasing the down payment rate and extending the early delivery waiting period.

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8/30/26

Emphasis on Rights in East Mediterranean Energy Activities

TRNC Minister Amcaoğlu reacted to the unilateral steps of the Greek Cypriot Administration and announced that technical preparations for the pipeline project with Turkey have begun.

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8/30/26

Women's share in housing sales reached a historical peak in the first six months

According to TUIK and General Directorate of Land Registry and Cadastre data, the share of women in property ownership broke a record at 40.02 percent in the first six months of the year.

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8/30/26

Gold Emerges as August's Market Winner and the September Agenda

While gram gold provided the highest return in August, inflation, the Medium-Term Program, and the CBRT interest rate decision will be the focus of the markets in September.

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8/30/26

Iranian Leader Khamenei Calls for Social Cohesion and Economy

Iranian leader Mojtaba Khamenei called for the preservation of social cohesion, the strengthening of national unity, and the reduction of the US dollar's role in the economy in his Government Week message.

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8/30/26

ADA Research August Poll: Economy is the Biggest Problem, 'None' is the Preferred Choice

According to the ADA Research poll, 52 percent of the public see the economy as the biggest problem, while 37.8 percent answered 'None' to the question of which party would solve the problems.

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8/30/26

Economic Agenda Intensifies After Summer Period

Markets are preparing for critical data centered on growth, inflation, foreign trade figures, and the Medium-Term Program.

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8/30/26

Busy data calendar begins for markets

Growth, inflation, foreign trade, and interest rate decisions to be announced in the coming days are at the focus of economic circles.

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8/30/26

Public Banks Announce Decision to Cut Commercial Loan Interest Rates

Following the Central Bank's reduction of funding costs, public banks have announced that they will reduce commercial loan interest rates.

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8/30/26

Atatürk's Economic Vision and the Turkish Economy from 1923 to the Present

In an analysis written on the occasion of August 30 Victory Day, Atatürk's economic policies, his pragmatic etatism approach, and Turkey's economic development between 1923 and 2025 are examined by comparing them with US data.

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8/30/26

New Model Move from Togg: Will Launch at Half Price in 2027

Togg Chairman of the Board Fuat Tosyalı announced that a new mid-segment model, to be sold at half of the current prices, will hit the market in mid-2027.

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8/30/26

Abundance period at bonito stalls: Prices and sizes brought satisfaction

The abundance of bonito at fish stalls, along with affordable prices and large sizes, has pleased both citizens and tradespeople.

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8/30/26

Trade War Between U.S. and Canada Sparks Reactions in Ohio

Tariffs between the U.S. and Canada are increasing costs in Ohio's construction and manufacturing sectors, creating economic uncertainty.

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8/30/26

Important Developments on the Daily Politics, Economy, and Sports Agenda

Official programs, openings, league matches, and international developments to be followed throughout the day in the worlds of politics, economy, diplomacy, and sports have been announced.

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8/30/26

Minister Kacır Opened a New Ceramic Factory in Kütahya

Industry and Technology Minister Mehmet Fatih Kacır emphasized Turkey's export power at the opening of the August 30 Ceramic Factory in Kütahya, completed with an investment of 8 billion liras.

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8/30/26

July Provisional Foreign Trade Data and Change Rates

While exports recorded an increase in July 2026, the latest situation in foreign trade deficit and import data was announced to the public by official institutions.

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8/30/26

Istanbul's opportunity to become the new wealth center of the EMEA region

Istanbul Chamber of Commerce President Şekib Avdagiç stated that Istanbul could become the new wealth center of the Europe, Middle East, and Africa region.

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8/30/26

Bitcoin drops to $77,000 level following Fed's hawkish messages

With Kevin Warsh's statements increasing the probability of a rate hike in September, selling pressure in the crypto market pulled prices down.

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8/30/26

Major Oil Agreement Signed Between US and Venezuela

President Trump announced that majority control over Venezuela's massive reserves has been secured, stating that gasoline prices will drop.

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8/30/26

130 million packaging items recycled through the deposit return system

The practice, where citizens receive a 1 lira incentive for each eligible beverage packaging returned, has made a major contribution to the environment.

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8/30/26

Real Sector Focuses on the Medium-Term Program

Manufacturers and exporters, who have lost their competitive advantage due to high interest rates and an overvalued Turkish lira, are awaiting the new roadmap.

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8/30/26

South Carolina's Best Places to Live in 2026 Ranked

U.S. News & World Report has released its 2026-2027 rankings of the best places to live in South Carolina, with Mount Pleasant taking the top spot.

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8/30/26

While Consumption Slows Due to Tight Monetary Policy, Production and Exports Stand Out

While a slowdown is observed in household consumption due to the impact of tight monetary policy, industrial production and exports began to come to the forefront in the second quarter.

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8/30/26

Morgan Stanley Interest Rate Expectation Report for CBRT

In a Morgan Stanley report, it is expected that the CBRT will keep interest rates steady in September and cut them in October and December, while noting that this schedule could be brought forward if August CPI data comes in lower.

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8/30/26

Sharp Decline in Gold Prices Following the Fed's Hawkish Messages

With developments that resonated in the markets, the steps and messages taken by the US Federal Reserve brought about a noticeable decline in the gold market.

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8/30/26

Critical Warning Regarding Deposits in Rental Agreements

Hakan Akçam, Chairman of the All Real Estate Consultants Association, stated that writing the rental fee amount instead of a numerical figure in the deposit section of rental agreements will reduce the impact of inflation.

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8/30/26

Statements on Production and Technology from Minister of Industry and Technology Kacır

Minister of Industry and Technology Mehmet Kacır announced that they are leaders in Europe in steel, commercial vehicle, solar panel, and white goods production, and global leaders in military UAV production.

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8/30/26

Greece to provide two-month rent support to teachers and healthcare workers

In Greece, a refund equivalent to two months of annual rent will be provided to alleviate the housing expenses of teachers and healthcare workers.

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8/30/26

Official Gazette Decisions and Economic Agenda of August 29, 2026

Developments such as Halkbank's secondary public offering application, CMB regulations, and Hubx becoming Turkey's first unicorn formed the economic agenda of August 29, 2026.

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8/30/26

Business and Finance Sector Meeting in Diyarbakır

Representatives from the finance and business worlds came together in Diyarbakır to discuss loan interest rates and access to finance.

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8/30/26

Digital technology sector revenues registered significant growth in August

According to the released data, the digital technology sector's revenue in August increased by 36 percent year-on-year, reaching VND 680,586 billion.

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8/30/26

Kazakhstan's Global Relations and Economic Goals Echoed in Foreign Press

International media reports focusing on Kazakhstan highlighted growing relations with Singapore, Abai's philosophical legacy, parliamentary elections, the upcoming financial summit, and energy investments.

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8/30/26

Sharp Decline in Gold Prices Following Fed's Interest Rate Signal

Evaluations at the Jackson Hole symposium and signals of potential additional monetary tightening triggered a drop in the precious metals market.

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8/30/26

Political Pressures Mount as the War Between the U.S. and Iran Passes Its Sixth Month

U.S. lawmakers are calling for an end to the high-cost and high-human-toll war, while President Donald Trump has shifted his focus to other matters.

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8/29/26

July 2026 Services Producer Price Index Data Announced

According to TURKSTAT data, price increases in the service sector were recorded at 32.77 percent annually in July.

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8/29/26

President Erdoğan: History is being rewritten, open the roads, Great Turkey is coming

Speaking at the 25th founding anniversary of the AK Party, President Erdoğan shared his achievements over a quarter-century of power and his future vision.

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8/29/26

Tolga Özdemir Appointed to Commercial and SME Banking at Yapı Kredi

Tolga Özdemir, who has many years of experience in the banking sector, has been brought to a new senior position at Yapı Kredi.

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8/29/26

Borsa Istanbul BIST 100 index closes the week with gains

The BIST 100 index on Borsa Istanbul completed the final trading day of the week with an increase of 0.45 percent.

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8/29/26

Fed Chair Kevin Warsh's Remarks at Jackson Hole

US Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh emphasized in his speech at the Jackson Hole symposium that inflation remaining above target is a cause for concern.

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8/29/26

Applications for the 250 Billion Lira Financing Package for the Manufacturing Industry Are Beginning

Industry and Technology Minister Mehmet Kacır announced that businesses will be able to apply for the 250 billion lira manufacturing industry financing package starting September 1.

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8/29/26

Iran Announces It Will Resist US Sanctions

As the sixth month of the war between the US and Iran passes, the Tehran administration announced it will stand against the new sanctions.

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8/29/26

Minister Göktaş announced: Birth assistance payments deposited into mothers' accounts

Minister of Family and Social Services Mahinur Özdemir Göktaş announced during her visit to Mardin that the August birth assistance payments have been deposited into accounts.

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8/28/26

US and Venezuela Close to Historic Oil Agreement

With the consensus reached between the two countries, the control of massive reserves and the development of strategic fields are targeted.

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8/26/26

Markets Await Fed Chair Warsh's Jackson Hole Speech

In his first speech at Jackson Hole, Fed Chair Kevin Warsh stated that it must be ensured that core inflation is progressing toward the target.

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8/26/26

China Vows to Protect Economic Ties with Iran Despite US Pressure

Beijing stated that it will defend its trade and economic ties with Iran despite US sanctions and take necessary steps to protect its interests.

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8/26/26

Central Bank Revokes Licenses of Two Payment Services Companies

Following a decision taken within the framework of relevant legislation, the licenses of two companies operating in the sector have been revoked.

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8/26/26

Short-Term Bond Yields Decline with Central Bank Steps

The CBRT's return to repo auctions pulled down short-term benchmark bond yields while significantly reviving investor demand for these maturities.

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8/26/26

Interest in Time Deposits Reaches Record Levels and Returns Revealed

While the stagnation period in the real estate and vehicle markets is changing investors' preferences, the nine-month net earnings of 1 million liras in savings have also become clear.

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8/26/26

Global markets locked on US data and Nvidia earnings

As oil prices and bond yields declined with the easing of tensions in the Middle East, global markets focused on US macroeconomic data, Nvidia's financial results, and Canada's tariff decisions.

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8/26/26

Turkey begins an intensive day with politics, economy, diplomacy, and sports agenda

Turkey is experiencing an active day on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, with comprehensive programs and critical matches in politics, economy, diplomacy, and sports.

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8/26/26

Scott Bessent's bond buyback plan finds resonance in the markets

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's strategy aimed at lowering borrowing costs has begun to show its impact on key market indicators.

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8/26/26

Trade Tensions Escalate Between the US and Canada

Following Canada's introduction of new taxes in retaliation to US tariffs, the Trump administration is working on harsher trade measures and higher tariffs.

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8/26/26

ECB Member Isabel Schnabel Signals Tightening to Fight Inflation

European Central Bank Governing Council member Isabel Schnabel signaled further monetary tightening, stating that current interest rates may be insufficient to bring inflation down to the target level.

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8/26/26

Copper prices near record level amid supply squeeze

Copper rose to $14,415.50 per ton on the London Metal Exchange, as US shipments and mining production challenges deplete global inventories.

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8/26/26

Goldman Sachs Economists' Assessment of CBRT and Interest Rate Policy

Goldman Sachs analysts emphasized that the CBRT's return to repo auctions creates downside risk on interest rate forecasts, though short-term risks remain limited.

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8/26/26

Canada Imposes Retaliatory Tariffs of Up to 50% on US

Following the collapse of trade talks, Canada announced it will impose customs duties of up to 50% on US-origin products valued at approximately 28 billion Canadian dollars.

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8/26/26

EspressoLab Founder Requests Change in Initial Public Offering Criteria

Esat Kocadağ stated that they continue to grow and make a profit despite boycotts, and argued that IPO criteria need to be updated due to the asset size requirement.

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8/26/26

Brent crude falls on diplomacy signals and Pakistan contacts

Signals that tensions between the US and Iran will be resolved through negotiation and a Pakistani delegation's talks in Tehran have caused prices in the oil market to decline.

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8/26/26

New Sanctions Move from the US and Record Drop in the Iranian Rial

With new sanctions announced by US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent targeting Iran's financial channels, the dollar rose rapidly on the free market.

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8/26/26

Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey's repo auctions boost demand for short-term bonds

CBRT's resumption of weekly repo auctions led to a decline in short-term benchmark bond yields and strengthened interest in the short-term side in the markets.

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8/26/26

Ministry of Finance Prepares 10% Withholding Tax Regulation on Money Market Funds

The Ministry of Finance is preparing to subject the gains obtained by domestic and foreign institutional investors from money market funds to a 10 percent withholding tax.

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8/26/26

August rally in gold prices: Latest on ounce and gram gold

As US bond moves, a weak dollar, and global risks push gold prices higher, ounce gold refreshed its record, and gram gold exceeded 7,000 liras.

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8/26/26

Real loss streak in housing continues across Turkey

According to data from the Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey, annual housing price growth fell behind inflation in June.

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8/26/26

Monthly Inflation in Consumer Prices Accelerated in July

In Turkey, consumer prices rose by 1.78 percent monthly in July, while the annual inflation rate was recorded at 31.75 percent.

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8/26/26

BIST 100 Index Declined in the First Half of the Day on Borsa Istanbul

While markets followed a selling trend in the first half of the day, the economic reflections of global geopolitical developments are being closely monitored.

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8/26/26

Central Bank resumes one-week repo auctions

Repo auctions, which were temporarily suspended in March, are being reintroduced to support liquidity management in the banking system.

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8/26/26

Sectoral Inflation Expectations for August 2026 Announced

According to August data released by the Central Bank, market participants' annual inflation expectation declined, while the estimates of citizens and companies trended upward.

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8/26/26

Canada Announces Retaliatory Tariffs Against US Customs Duties

Taking a new step in the trade war, Canada decided to retaliate on imports worth 27.6 billion Canadian dollars against high tariffs enacted by the US in August, while also announcing a new 7.5 billion dollar support package for affected workers and businesses.

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8/26/26

Turkey's Population Increased by 228 Thousand People in the First Half of 2026

In line with the data announced by the Turkish Statistical Institute, the country's total population registered an increase in the first six-month period of 2026.

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8/26/26

Turkey's international investment position deficit at 8-year peak

Turkey's international investment position deficit rose to $402.6 billion in June, registering its highest level since 2018.

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8/26/26

Statements from President Erdoğan in Ahlat and Emphasis on Security

Speaking after the Cabinet Meeting in Ahlat, President Erdoğan emphasized that Turkey is moving resolutely toward its development and security goals.

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8/26/26

President Erdoğan's Call for a Terror-Free Turkey and Cabinet Evaluations

Following the Cabinet Meeting in Ahlat, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan emphasized that the process for a Terror-Free Turkey has gained momentum with the National Solidarity Law and invited everyone to be part of the solution.

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8/26/26

US Expanded Iran Sanctions and China's Oil Trade

The US has expanded its sanctions to sever Iran's economic ties. Commercial relations with China, its largest buyer, are at risk.

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8/26/26

Canada's Tariff Move Against the U.S. and Trade War

Following the breakdown of trade talks between the two countries, the Ottawa administration announced new tariff rates targeting billions of dollars worth of American products.

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8/26/26

China Reacts to US Sanctions on Iran

Beijing has described Washington's new economic sanctions targeting Iran and its trade partners as illegal.

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8/26/26

Important Developments in the Economic and Political Agenda on August 25, 2026

Prominent political visits, TURKSTAT data announcements, and international developments in Turkey and the world on August 25, 2026, are being closely monitored.

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8/26/26

Halkbank Secures $1.1 Billion in Funding from International Markets

Following the favorable outcome of the lawsuit in the US, Halkbank announced that it has secured an additional $1.1 billion in funding from international markets.

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8/26/26

Borsa Istanbul BIST 100 Index Closes Tuesday Down 0.19 Percent

While global trade concerns and geopolitical developments were monitored in the markets, the total transaction volume reached 198.2 billion liras.

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8/26/26

President Erdoğan Emphasizes Terror-Free Türkiye and Economy in Ahlat

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan stated in his speech in Ahlat that with the goal of a Terror-Free Türkiye, the economy will strengthen, and the environment of brotherhood and prosperity will increase.

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8/26/26

Applications for the Sixth Term of the Producing Women Competition Have Begun

Applications for the new term of the Producing Women Competition, organized by Halkbank, are being accepted between August 24 and November 1.

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8/26/26

Global Markets and Gold: Reserve Moves Following a Weakening Dollar

While spot gold climbed above $4,600 in August, strategic purchases by central banks and a weakening dollar are shaping global markets.

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8/26/26

Spot Gold Rises in Global Markets, Gram Gold Breaks Record in Domestic Market

In global markets, spot gold rose to $4,697, testing its highest level in the last 15 weeks. In the domestic market, gram gold reached 7,262 TL.

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