Margin Calls in Turkish VİOP Hit Record High of 3.6 Billion TL

Margin calls in the Turkish Derivatives and Options Market (VİOP) reached an all-time high of 3 billion 635 million TL. This record level is seen as a reflection of increased volatility and a downward trend in the markets. During the same period, the BIST 100 index lost 6.1% of its value. This sharp decline in the index negatively impacted investor risk appetite, leading to an increase in margin calls in VİOP. Turkey's five-year credit default swap (CDS) rose to 261 basis points. This increase in CDS stands out as an indicator of the perception of country risk. These developments in the markets highlight the need for investors to be cautious. The importance of margin management, especially in leveraged transactions, is once again emphasized. This is not investment advice.