BIST 100: Weekly Performance Under Jeopolitical Risks and Sectoral Pressure

Borsa İstanbul saw a volatile week marked by U.S.-Iran tensions and global energy concerns, with local markets also experiencing sectoral polarization. The BIST 100 index dropped 1.69% to 14,079.97, with financial leasing and factoring sectors suffering the worst decline at 9.41%, while the tech sector gained 1.86%. Thursday saw a rebound with a 1.22% increase, led by the chemicals, oil, and plastics sector at 3.90%. Friday ended with a 1.90% decline due to selling pressure. Investors were closely monitoring the upcoming TCMB interest rate decision and Moody's Turkey credit rating assessment. Markets remain sensitive to geopolitical risks, with macroeconomic data also on the horizon.