Borsa İstanbul Started to Rise: What Are Investors Expecting?

İstanbul Stock Exchange is experiencing the excitement of starting the new week with a rise. On Friday, the BIST 100 index, which followed a sales-weighted trend, closed the day down 0.59 percent, at 10,565.74 points. However, in the first trading day of the week, investors are facing a more optimistic picture.

At the opening, the BIST 100 index increased by 68.30 points, or 0.65 percent, reaching 10,634.04 points compared to the previous close. This positive start has created a remarkable atmosphere among investors.

Especially banking stocks played a significant role in the rise of the BIST 100 index. The banking index gained 0.81 percent, contributing to the market's revival. However, alongside the activity in the stock market, it has also been observed that some indices experienced significant fluctuations.

For instance, while the holding index showed an increase of 0.04 percent, the only declining index, securities investment trust, attracted investors' attention. This situation necessitates addressing the factors that affect the general direction of the markets.

This positive atmosphere over the markets increases investors' expectations that they may have more influence on the stock exchange in the future. However, considering the uncertainty in market conditions and the fact that last week's fluctuations have not yet been fully overcome, investors are advised to remain cautious.

Developments in the Istanbul Stock Exchange present important opportunities for investors, while also bringing risks. Investors should carefully analyze the dynamics of the market and decide which stocks to invest in.