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When it comes to investing in Turkey, gold, the first safe haven that springs to mind, continues to be at the forefront of both individual investors and economic management in 2026. However, the diversity in the market also brings along the question, 'Which gold should one buy?' From the fluctuations in the international ounce markets to the labor costs in the domestic market, here is a comprehensive 2026 gold guide covering all the details.

Established during the Ottoman era and currently running projects in 12 countries, the Bartin-based firms, Celikerler Steel and Celtaş Logistics, have declared concordat. The future of the company, which was founded in 1844, will be determined in July.

The trajectory for the number of shopping malls, which define Turkey's shopping habits and the commercial landscape of cities, is set for 2026. By the end of 2025, the total number of shopping malls across Turkey reached 465. With 134 shopping centers, Istanbul has earned the title of 'the city with the most shopping malls.' It has been announced that there are 13 provinces in Turkey without a single shopping mall. So, which are these cities without a shopping mall?

Citizens are curious about the prices of gold, often referred to as a safe haven. In recent months, under its volatile trend, record highs and lows have been experienced. With the fluctuations in prices, the question 'Will gold per gram reach 10,000 lira?' is awaiting an answer. Financial Analyst Islam Memiş has revealed the dates when he predicts the price of gold per gram will hit 8,000 TL. On the other hand, Memiş's year-end forecast for gold per gram stands at 10,000 TL.

Markets have been stirred up by developments in the Middle East. Gold has shown a modest rise, and it's a matter of curiosity as to what price trajectory it will follow next. Financial Analyst Islam Memiş has shared his predictions regarding gold prices. Memiş, who stated 'the real crunch is yet to come,' also said, 'Markets are looking for a narrative to ascend.'

Millions of employees scrutinize their paychecks every month, yet only a handful are aware of the legal tax deductions offered by the government. The existing tax legislation in Turkey not only allows for the receipt of wages, but also enables certain expenses to be deducted from taxes. If your gross salary exceeds the minimum wage, you can reclaim the tax you've paid on a range of items, from insurance premiums to education expenses, disability deductions to donations, or you can boost your net salary.

ATM transactions, often met with silence from banks and avoided by customers for fear of 'paying a commission', have been taken to a whole new level in 2026. These details, which concern everyone from those who don't carry cards in their wallets to those who want to make high-limit cash withdrawals, could save both your time and money. Here is the 'hidden' usage guide for ATMs.

The ongoing tension in the Middle East has cast a shadow of uncertainty over gold prices. As the fluctuating trend of gold continues, there is a growing curiosity about the future of these prices. Financial Analyst Islam Memiş took a deep dive into the world of gold prices. In a conversation with Memiş unveiled his expectation for gold prices, disclosing the figure he anticipates for gram gold.

The gold prices for Monday, April 20th, have been determined. Those who invest in the safe haven of gold are closely scrutinizing the prices. Will gold decrease? Will it increase? These questions found their answers on the first day of the week. As the curiosity about gold prices intensifies, the world's four leading banks have also disclosed their gold forecasts.

The markets are once again bustling with activity. Gold investors, who have been seeking answers to the question, 'Why aren't gold prices rising?' have been left in the dust as silver has emerged as the star of the week with a 5.5% surge. Renowned economist Filiz Eryılmaz issued critical warnings about gold and silver prices. Eryılmaz highlighted the dates of April 21-22 for gold prices, emphasizing that she does not anticipate any drastic drops throughout the year. On the other hand, Eryılmaz pointed to the end of the ceasefire for other valuable investments, primarily oil, stating, 'Forget the old prices.'

Allbirds, a brand renowned for its minimalist footwear, has made a radical shift, divesting its shoe division to focus on artificial intelligence and cloud technologies under the new moniker 'NewBird AI'. Following an investment of 50 million dollars, the company's stocks skyrocketed by 800% on the stock market.

Global markets breathed a sigh of relief as the tension between the US and Iran gave way to a temporary ceasefire. This ceasefire decision led to a pullback in the dollar index. The biggest beneficiary of this situation was gold. The safe haven closed the week with a gain of 1.54 percent in value. Experts emphasized that the $5,000 level has become a critical resistance point for gold. According to analysts, if this $5,000 resistance is broken, it could herald a new era for gold.

A 15-day ceasefire has commenced between the USA and Iran. As the silence of the ceasefire prevails, there is curiosity about what will happen to the prices. Investors have turned their attention to gold prices. 'What's the price of gold today? Have gold prices risen or fallen?' These are the questions being investigated as the safe haven is shrouded in pricing uncertainty. On the other hand, according to experts, there are two critical levels in gold. If the level of $4,783 per ounce is surpassed, the targets of $4,861 and $4,944 will sequentially come into the radar. Here's the latest on gold.

Seventeen years have passed since a nine-page technical document, or white paper, was published in a remote corner of the internet, heralding the arrival of the world's first cryptocurrency. During this time, Bitcoin has evolved from a simple curiosity into a mainstream element of the financial world. However, the identity of its inventor, now known worldwide under the pseudonym Satoshi Nakamoto, continues to remain shrouded in mystery. The New York Times shared evidence suggesting that the founder of the cryptocurrency might be a British individual named Adam Black. Yet, the person in question has denied these allegations.

There's a growing curiosity about the future of gold prices. Recently, gold has been demonstrating a downward trend, prompting new forecasts from experts. According to these specialists, gold is set to continue its upward trajectory. Economist Selçuk Geçer, on the other hand, made a bold claim stating, 'Gold will skyrocket,' and went as far as to predict a price of 10,000 dollars.