Turkey's Credit Rating Outlook Gets a Boost: Minister Şimşek's Response. 🇹🇷💰
In a recent development, Standard & Poor's (S&P) raised Turkey's credit rating outlook from "stable" to "positive." Minister of Treasury and Finance Mehmet Şimşek expressed confidence in the government's Medium Term Program, stating that the implemented measures are yielding positive responses.
S&P confirmed Turkey's credit rating as "B" and highlighted policy adjustments in response to recent economic challenges. The Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey (CBRT) was noted for rebuilding its foreign exchange reserves, while interest rate hikes since June contributed to a reduction in twin deficits.
The statement also projected a lower-than-targeted 2023 budget deficit and a narrowing current account deficit due to a substantial decrease in imports. Additionally, if the balance of payments improves, foreign exchange reserves increase, and dollarization decreases in the next year, there is potential for a one-level credit score upgrade.
Minister Şimşek, in a social media statement, emphasized that the government would persist in implementing the Medium Term Program with patience and determination. The goals include achieving price stability, a permanent decrease in the current account deficit, fiscal discipline, and reserve accumulation to propel the country toward sustainable high growth.
As Turkey navigates economic challenges, this positive outlook from S&P reflects ongoing efforts to address issues and instill confidence in the nation's economic trajectory.
