In October 2025, the foreign exchange deficit in the real sector increased.

Increase in Foreign Currency Assets and Liabilities

According to the Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey (CBRT) data for October 2025, the foreign currency assets of firms outside the financial sector increased by 1.63 billion dollars in just one month, showing a significant rise.

Change in Liabilities

Similarly, the foreign currency liabilities of the firms also increased by 834 million dollars. This situation indicates a change in the foreign currency dynamics within the real sector.

Net Foreign Currency Position Deficit

Despite these developments, the net foreign currency position deficit decreased by 803 million dollars, falling to 182.80 billion dollars. This situation can be regarded as one of the first positive signs of firms' efforts to manage their foreign currency exposures.