15 July Martyrs Bridge Closure: Minimal Impact on BIST 100

One of Istanbul's busiest traffic hubs, the 15 July Martyrs Bridge, was closed at 03:00 AM due to the 15 July Democracy and National Unity Day celebrations. This decision will have virtually no impact on financial markets, as the bridge only affects local traffic and is not directly connected to major financial hubs.

No Disruption to International Trade Routes

■Canal Istanbul and the Bosphorus Strait remained open, ensuring uninterrupted flow of commodities and goods.

■Alternative routes such as the Marmaray Tunnel and Anadolu Kavşağı remained operational, preventing any disruptions in cargo and passenger transport.

Minimal Impact on BIST 100

■The BIST 100 index remained stable, as the bridge closure had no direct financial market impact.

■No abnormal fluctuations were observed in any sector, excluding Basic Resources.

The only potential effect is increased local traffic congestion in Istanbul and transportation issues during the 15 July celebrations. However, this poses no significant risk to financial markets, as financial hubs are not directly linked to this region.