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Simsek Says Turkey has Overcome Problems in Accessing External Financing

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  • Stressing that Turkey has overcome problems in accessing external financing following the steps taken for the economy, Simsek told Turkish newspaper Anadolu Agency that the country has obtained $10.4bln in external financing since June, including $6.7bln from the banking sector. "This is the clearest indication of confidence in the country's economy," Mehmet Simsek said in New York on Monday.
  • Post-election developments such as a ratings upgrade by Moody’s and Fitch, declining CDS spreads and a more traditional policy mix have paved the way for banks and large companies in Turkey to seek external funding.
  • Simsek said confidence in the country is gradually increasing thanks to more rational economic policies. Referring to the financing provided by banks over the past month, he said: "With the strengthening of confidence in the government, the problems encountered with foreign financing are also being solved."
  • As a reminder, Simsek will meet with bankers in New York in an effort to lure more investment for the nation.

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