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Turkey's Central Bank adjusts credit growth limits
The Central Bank of Turkey has eased and then raised credit growth limits to stimulate lending and improve liquidity for companies and consumers.
Running story — the local press covered it again on 11 November 2026.
The story so far as of 11 November 2026
On 26 October, the Central Bank of Turkey (TCMB) adjusted the limits on Turkish lira commercial credit growth, exempting certain loans until the end of the year. This aimed to facilitate access to bank financing for companies managing private sector debt. On 11 November, TCMB raised credit growth limits for consumer and vehicle loans from 3% to 3.5% and for SME loans from 5% to 5.5%. These changes were intended to stimulate lending in the economy.
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Coverage, day by day
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Central Bank raises credit growth limits
Impact Lenders can now extend more credit to consumers and SMEs, potentially boosting economic activity.
Sources: Cumhuriyet.com.tr: Son Dakika ↗, haber7.com ↗
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TCMB Eases Credit Limits for Private Sector
Impact Lenders and companies benefit from eased access to Turkish lira credit, improving liquidity management.
Sources: Anadolu Agency ↗, haber7.com ↗, Diken ↗, Cumhuriyet.com.tr: Son Dakika ↗
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