Borsa Istanbul Closes with Gains as BIST 100 Climbs 0.17%
The BIST 100 index on Borsa Istanbul closed the trading day on a positive note, rising by 0.17% to end at 9,774.49 points. This modest increase of 16.35 points marks a day of relatively stable trading activity, supported by positive momentum in the banking and holding sectors. The total trading volume for the day reached ₺62.8 billion, indicating solid investor interest despite global market uncertainties.
Sector Breakdown: Banking and Holding Lead the Gains
The banking and holding sectors played a key role in today’s gains:
- Banking Index: Up by 1.05%, reflecting strong investor confidence in Turkish banks.
- Holding Index: Increased by 0.32%, showing steady growth in diversified Turkish holding companies.
However, performance across sectors was mixed:
- Insurance Sector: The best performer, with a gain of 2.66%.
- Mining Sector (Taş Toprak): The worst performer, losing 2.53%.
Global Markets Await Fed Decision
Global markets showed mixed signals ahead of the U.S. Federal Reserve’s (Fed) interest rate decision. Market pricing indicates a 61% probability that the Fed will lower rates by 50 basis points, while a 39% chance suggests a 25 basis point cut.
Analysts highlight that the size of the Fed’s move, alongside Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s statements, could have a significant impact on global asset prices. This has led to cautious market behavior, with investors closely monitoring developments.
What to Watch Tomorrow: Key Events
Tomorrow promises further significant developments in both local and global markets:
- Turkiye: The Central Bank of Turkiye (CBRT) is expected to announce its own monetary policy decision, with economists forecasting no change to the current 50% policy rate.
- Global: The Bank of England (BoE) will also release its policy decision, with analysts predicting a pause in rate hikes. Meanwhile, in the U.S., weekly unemployment claims and existing home sales data will be key economic indicators to watch.
Technical Analysis: Support and Resistance Levels for BIST 100
From a technical perspective, analysts point to the following key levels for the BIST 100 index:
- Resistance Levels: 9,900 and 10,000 points
- Support Levels: 9,700 and 9,600 points
Investors should keep a close eye on these figures as they assess the market’s potential to break through resistance or find support at lower levels.
Interest Rate Expectations for Turkiye
According to a survey conducted by AA Finans, all participating economists expect the CBRT to keep its policy rate steady at 50% for September. Looking ahead, the average expectation for the policy rate by the end of the year is 46.65%. This suggests a cautious approach by the central bank as it balances inflation concerns with economic growth.
Positive Momentum Amid Global Uncertainty
Despite the mixed signals from global markets and the anticipation surrounding key central bank decisions, Borsa Istanbul closed the day on a positive note. Gains in the banking and holding sectors, combined with relatively stable trading conditions, reflect the resilience of Turkiye’s stock market. As investors await further clarity on interest rate movements both domestically and internationally, the BIST 100 remains poised to navigate these uncertainties with steady momentum.
Stay tuned for further updates as central bank decisions in both Turkiye and abroad shape the market’s direction in the coming days.
Source: AA / Prepared by Irem Yildiz