Margin Calls Rise to 1.76 Billion TL

Selling pressure increased on the stock exchange due to fund-related default developments. In this environment, the amount of margin calls rose to 1.76 billion TL. A margin call refers to the additional collateral request made by brokerage firms when the equity level in investors' leveraged positions falls below a certain threshold. The increase in such calls indicates weakening risk appetite in the market and deepening selling pressure. Fund-related default developments have created general unease in the stock exchange, while investors' tendency to reduce positions pushed margin calls higher. This situation may cause volatility to remain high in the short term. Market experts point out that the increase in margin calls could tighten liquidity conditions. Investors are advised to act in accordance with risk management rules and to be cautious in leveraged transactions. Not investment advice.