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Domestic demand drives Turkey's economic growth

Domestic demand drives Turkey's economic growth

Turkey's GDP growth was 2.0% year-on-year in the first quarter, falling short of the market consensus of 2.3%

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Muhammet Mercan

Muhammet Mercan

Chief Economist, Turkey

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Turkey's central bank maintains inflation forecasts, emphasises policy caution

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Turkey's capital account sees significant outflows in March

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