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Turkey inflation eases to 33% in August as markets face political turmoil

by admin September 3, 2025
September 3, 2025

Turkey’s inflation slowed slightly in August, but the figure came in higher than analysts expected, underscoring the challenge facing policymakers as they continue to balance monetary easing with political pressures.

Official data showed consumer prices rising 33% year-on-year, easing from 33.5% in July, while monthly inflation stood at 2.04%.

The release came just as the country’s financial markets were shaken by political turmoil, complicating the outlook for the central bank’s rate decisions in the months ahead.

Inflation data highlights demand strength

The Turkish Statistical Institute (TurkStat) reported on Wednesday that annual inflation stood at 33% in August, down from 33.5% in July.

Although this represented a small slowdown, it was still above Bloomberg’s survey estimate of 32.6%.

On a monthly basis, consumer prices rose 2.04%, compared with 2.06% in the previous month.

A separate economists’ survey had pointed to an expected 1.75% rise, indicating that consumer demand remains strong despite slowing momentum.

The inflation data reflects persistent pressure from domestic spending, particularly at a time when the central bank has started lowering interest rates again.

In July, the monetary authority reduced its benchmark rate by 3 percentage points to 43%, the first cut in four months.

Political shock adds to market volatility

The data release came a day after a court in Istanbul ruled to remove local officials of the Republican People’s Party (CHP), Turkey’s main opposition group.

The decision triggered concerns about an expanded judicial clampdown, with a broader court hearing on the party’s leadership due later this month.

Markets reacted sharply to the ruling.

The political turbulence has coincided with economic uncertainty, amplifying risks for investors and businesses that closely track the central bank’s next moves.

Central bank signals cautious easing path

The Turkish central bank, led by Governor Fatih Karahan, has hinted at further easing but has also stressed caution.

Karahan said the bank is “not on autopilot,” citing the importance of consumer and business expectations in shaping monetary policy.

The bank currently projects inflation will end the year between 25% and 29%, while market forecasts remain closer to 30%.

Analysts warn that risks, such as a sharper lira depreciation or higher energy prices due to global tensions, could limit how aggressively the central bank cuts rates.

Bloomberg economist Selva Bahar Baziki noted on Tuesday that “inflation risks, including scope for a sharper currency slide or rising energy costs due to heightened geopolitical tensions, are tilted to the upside.”

If such risks materialise, the bank may still reduce rates but will face a narrower room to manoeuvre.

Growth momentum complicates policy choices

Turkey’s gross domestic product expanded 4.8% in the second quarter compared with a year earlier, even before the start of the current easing cycle.

Much of the growth came from strong domestic demand, a trend that complicates the central bank’s inflation management.

The resilience of household consumption continues to feed into inflationary pressures, leaving policymakers with the delicate task of fostering economic growth while keeping price rises in check.

The interplay of persistent inflation, political developments, and central bank policy is likely to remain in focus for both domestic stakeholders and international investors in the months ahead.

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