Borsa Istanbul’s Week‑Long Star Stocks: Top Gainers and Strategic Takeaways

The Borsa Istanbul closed the week with a robust rally, spotlighting the top‑performing stocks that captured investors’ attention.

Star Performers: Week’s Top Gainers

■ASELSAN (ASELS): 12.4% gain, trading volume ₺3.2 bn.

■BİM (BIMAS): 10.9% gain, volume ₺2.7 bn.

■KOÇ HOLDING (KCHOL): 9.7% gain, volume ₺2.1 bn.

■PETKM (PETKM): 9.2% gain, volume ₺1.8 bn.

■VAKIFBANK (VAKBN): 8.5% gain, volume ₺1.5 bn.

Sectoral Drivers and Capital Flows

Strong demand was observed across technology, consumer retail, and financial services. Weekly sector performance:

■Technology: +11.3% weekly increase.

■Consumer Retail: +9.8%.

■Financial Services: +7.6%.

Portfolio Tactics and Risk Controls

Recommended tactics for investors to keep volatility in check:

■Diversification: At least 5 sectors.

■Stop‑Loss: Exit positions falling below 5%.

■Liquidity: Prioritize stocks with weekly volume > ₺1 bn.

■Dividends: Add companies with dividend yields > 4%.

The week’s rally aligns with improved global risk appetite and a steadier local FX environment. Yet, potential interest‑rate hikes and inflation pressures could reignite volatility. I advise retail investors to focus on sector balance and liquidity management to safeguard returns. – Zeynep Kaya, Individual Credit and Consumer Finance Strategist