Learn languages naturally with fresh, real content!

Popular Topics
Explore By Region
Turkish gold and silver prices hit records in Jan 2026 due to lira decline and global tensions, spurring inflation and industry disruption.
Gold and silver prices in Türkiye hit record highs in early January 2026, with gold at 7,049 liras per gram and silver at 138 liras per gram, driven by global geopolitical tensions and a weakening Turkish lira.
Since January 2025, the lira has dropped 21.4% against the dollar, with further declines projected.
Gold rose 18% and silver nearly 39% in early 2026, fueling inflation and disrupting the jewelry industry, where production fell by about 60% as workshops halted operations.
Rising costs and shifting investor behavior, including increased sales of silver, have upended traditional trade patterns in Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar.
Experts link the surge to global demand for gold as a safe-haven asset amid reduced U.S. dollar reliance.
Los precios del oro y la plata turcos alcanzaron récords en enero de 2026 debido a la caída de la lira y las tensiones globales, lo que estimuló la inflación y las interrupciones en la industria.