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Borsa Istanbul's BIST 100 index experiences volatility

The BIST 100 index has seen fluctuations, with recent declines and gains reflecting investor sentiment amid economic uncertainties.

Running story — the local press covered it again on 27 October 2026.

The story so far as of 27 October 2026

On September 23, 2026, the BIST 100 index opened with a 0.35% drop at 13,152.37 points. The following day, it declined further by 0.60%. On October 8, the index closed with a 0.75% gain at 12,213.58 points, followed by a 0.42% increase on October 9. A slight rise of 0.09% occurred on October 12. However, on October 23, the index dropped to 10,800 points, erasing all yearly gains due to sell-off pressure. On October 27, it opened with a 0.12% decline at 11,138.10 points, reflecting cautious investor sentiment amid ongoing uncertainties.

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Coverage, day by day

  1. Markets

    Borsa Istanbul opens with slight decline

    Impact Investors in Turkey face a slight decline in Borsa Istanbul, with the BIST 100 index down 0.12%.

    Sources: Diken ↗, haber7.com ↗, Anadolu Agency ↗

  2. Markets

    Borsa Istanbul sees significant sell-off pressure

    Impact Investors in Turkish equities face increased volatility and potential losses as Borsa Istanbul struggles with sell-off pressure.

    Sources: Cumhuriyet.com.tr: Son Dakika ↗

  3. Markets

    Borsa Istanbul Opens Higher

    Impact Investors in Turkish equities see minor gains as the BIST 100 index opens higher, indicating positive market sentiment.

    Sources: Diken ↗, haber7.com ↗

  4. Markets

    Borsa Istanbul opens with gains

    Impact Investors in Turkish equities see a positive start to the trading day with the BIST 100 index's rise.

    Sources: Diken ↗, Anadolu Agency ↗, milatgazetesi.COM ↗

  5. Markets

    Borsa Istanbul closes with gains

    Impact Investors in Turkish equities experience gains amid global market focus.

    Sources: Anadolu Agency ↗, haber7.com ↗

  6. Markets

    BIST 100 Index Opens Lower

    Impact Traders and investors in Turkish equities see a decline in the BIST 100 index, affecting market sentiment.

    Sources: Diken ↗, haber7.com ↗

  7. Markets

    BIST 100 index opens with a decline

    Impact Stock market investors face a decline in the BIST 100 index, impacting portfolio valuations.

    Sources: Diken ↗, haber7.com ↗

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