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Weak Dollar Theme Holds, Oil Prices Slump, Setting a Positive Backdrop for Türkiye

Global markets are entering the year-end period with a clear macro narrative: a weakening U.S. dollar, sharply lower oil prices, and easing inflation pressures. Recent U.S.

November Budget Performance Sends Positive Signals, but Interest Costs Remain the Key Risk

Türkiye’s central government budget delivered a strong performance in November, supported by robust tax revenues and restrained growth in non-interest spending. The monthly

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U.S. Signals Green Light as Clock Ticks Down for PKK-Linked Group in Syria

U.S. Signals Green Light as Clock Ticks Down for PKK-Linked Group in Syria

The countdown has begun for the PKK-linked YPG/SDG presence in northern Syria, as the deadline for integration with the Syrian state expires on December 31. According to

2026: The Dawn of a New Era—Dr. Cüneyt Akman Warns of Impending Global Spasms and War

2026: The Dawn of a New Era—Dr. Cüneyt Akman Warns of Impending Global Spasms and War

Turkey’s Finance Minister Şimşek: “We Are Taking Measures Against Carry Trade Flows”

Turkey’s Finance Minister Şimşek: “We Are Taking Measures Against Carry Trade Flows”

12 figures who ruined Türkiye and why the debate still matters

12 figures who ruined Türkiye and why the debate still matters

Atilla Yeşilada: Forecasting Turkish Politics in 2026 — Tension at Home, Relief Abroad

Atilla Yeşilada: Forecasting Turkish Politics in 2026 — Tension at Home, Relief Abroad

Power Games in Turkish Politics: Succession Fears and Rising Tensions

Power Games in Turkish Politics: Succession Fears and Rising Tensions

Turkey Moves to Ban Betting Ads as Lawmakers Target Youth Gambling Surge

Turkey Moves to Ban Betting Ads as Lawmakers Target Youth Gambling Surge

Why Turks can’t speak English?

Why Turks can’t speak English?

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Turkey’s Cash Budget Posts TL 56 Billion Surplus in November as Spending Growth Slows

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Highlights

Cyprus Pitches Step-by-Step Plan to Ease Tensions with Türkiye Through NATO and EU Track

Market Review: Investors Adopt Wait-and-See Stance Ahead of Key Data and Central Bank Decisions

Market Optimism Returns as Turkish Assets End the Year on a Stronger Footing

TBMM Issues Statement on Alleged Harassment of Underage Interns at Parliament Restaurant

Economy

Turkey Adjusts Taxes While Holding Back Public Price Hikes

Hunger and Poverty Thresholds Climb Sharply as Living Costs Deepen in Turkey

Rent Growth Slows Across Turkey as Annual Increases Fall Below Inflation

Household Debt Hits Historic High as Inflation Squeezes Turkish Consumers

Politics

Cyprus Pitches Step-by-Step Plan to Ease Tensions with Türkiye Through NATO and EU Track

DEM Party Submits 99-Page Report to Parliament Amid Deep Divisions Over “Terror-Free Türkiye” Process

Ahmet Özer Says Bahçeli Wants the Temperature Turned Down

OPINION: Trump’s Praise for Erdoğan: What Lies Behind the Flattery?

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Morning Brief: Bubble Fears Spread Beyond Tech — Safe Havens Hit by Selloff

EU Report Criticizes Democracy, Human Rights, and Rule of Law in Turkey

Turkish Football Rocked: Gambling Scandal Extends Far Beyond Referees

Gaza Genocide Continues: 20,000 Children and 12,500 Women Killed

Finance

Credit Limits Likely to Stay in 2026 as Banks Prioritize Inflation Fight

Turkey’s Treasury Faces Intense Start to the Year, Relief Expected in 2026

WSJ: Turkey’s Central Bank Cuts Rates Again Despite Inflation Risks

Türkiye’s Disinflation Back on Track After Latest Rate Cut, CBRT Chief Says

Company Industry

Natural Gas Imports Rise in October as Consumption and Storage Expand

How Turkey’s Grain Authority and Farmers Are Being Squeezed

Turkey’s Biggest Fintech Deal Clears Regulatory Hurdle as Paribu Wins Approval for CoinMENA Acquisition

Massive Sinkholes Threaten Türkiye’s Breadbasket as Groundwater Crisis Deepens