Stock Market News
Turkey Probes Misleading Social Media Stock Market Posts
Bakırköy Chief Public Prosecutor's Office has launched an investigation into social media accounts accused of spreading false or misleading information to influence stock market prices and investor decisions. The Istanbul Provincial Gendarmerie Command has been instructed to identify suspects and gather evidence.
Turkey's Justice Minister Vows Action Against Stock Market Manipulation
Justice Minister Akın Gürlek announced that his ministry is coordinating with the Capital Markets Board (SPK) to address manipulative practices and investor grievances in the stock market. He assured that illegal transactions will be prosecuted within the legal framework.
Markets rise on easing Mideast tensions
European and Istanbul stock markets opened higher at the start of the week. The BIST 100 index in Istanbul rose 0.64% to 13,544.32 points, with banking and holding sectors showing gains.
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