Wednesday, September 02, 2020

Turkish Inflation Pendulum Swings Higher With Lira at Record Low

Turkish Inflation Pendulum Swings Higher With Lira at Record Low

Cagan Koc

The lira’s latest downswing is taking a toll on Turkey’s inflation outlook.

The emerging world’s worst performer against the dollar last month, Turkey’s currency has fallen victim to a campaign of stimulus that’s consisted of steep interest-rate cuts alongside a surge in fiscal spending and a government-sponsored credit push.

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