Borsa Istanbul's Historical Record: BIST 100 Reaches All-Time High

Borsa İstanbul's BIST 100 Index Sets a Record

Borsa İstanbul achieved another significant milestone in 2026 by reaching an all-time high of 11,655 during the day with the BIST 100 Index. This momentum continued as investor confidence in the markets increased.

Current Index Values

As of 11:28, the index is trading at 11,652, up by 1.35%. During the same minutes, the BIST Banking Index remained steady with a positive trend at 17,246 points, while the BIST Holding Index is trading up by 1.56% at 13,441 points.

Developments in Global Markets

In global markets, expectations that the potential effects of the U.S. attack on Venezuela will be limited have increased investor risk appetite. Gains in technology stocks were particularly influential in guiding the direction of the markets. Investors have shifted their focus from Venezuela-related risks to the Federal Reserve's (Fed) interest rate policies and liquidity conditions.

Inflation Figures

The inflation data for December released by the Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK) fell below market expectations. The monthly increase of 0.89% and the annual increase of 30.89% provided some positive signals regarding the stability of the economy. The expected monthly inflation rate was forecasted to be 0.98%.

It is important to note that the information provided here is not investment advice. It is essential to be cautious in your investment decisions.