Foreign Investors Return to Borsa Istanbul: $2.84 Billion Net Inflow in 8 Months

Foreign investors returned to net buying in Borsa Istanbul in August 2026, with net purchases of $273.5 million during the period, increasing their interest in the market. This development brought the total net inflow for the first eight months of the year to $2.8363 billion. This buying in August indicates that foreign investors' confidence in the Turkish equity market continues. Notably, in Borsa Istanbul, which has seen a volatile course in recent months, foreign funds repositioning is drawing attention. While this situation contributes positively to market liquidity, it may also affect domestic investors' risk appetite. The foreign inflow that began in the first half of the year gained momentum during the summer months. Following a brief selling pressure in July, the purchases in August reveal that foreigners are maintaining their medium-term strategies. Experts suggest that if this trend continues, total inflows could increase further by the end of the year. The share of foreign investors in Borsa Istanbul had remained at low levels in recent years. However, this recovery seen in 2026 indicates that the market is regaining its appeal for international investors. Improvements in macroeconomic indicators and exchange rate stability are cited among the fundamental factors behind this interest. This is not investment advice.