Dollar and Euro Prices in Turkey; Free Market Report (June 25, 2026)

Latest Status of Dollar and Euro Prices in the Free Market

In this morning's trading, June 25, 2026, exchange rates in the free market of Istanbul and other Turkish cities were met with relative demand. According to real-time reports from the Bigpara platform and the Bloomberg network, the price of each US Dollar in the free market reached 46.51 Lira for buying and 46.52 Lira for selling [1]. These figures represent a slight increase of 0.03% compared to the closing hours of the previous day.

Meanwhile, the Euro followed a similar trend. The Euro buying rate in the free market was recorded at 52.96 Lira and the selling rate at 52.98 Lira [4]. Euro fluctuations against the Lira were influenced by global markets and Eurozone economic data, leading to a 0.23% change in the value of this currency compared to the previous day [1].

Comparison of Monthly and Annual Performance of the Turkish Lira

A review of historical data shows that the Turkish Lira has been under inflationary pressure and monetary policy constraints in June 2026. Since the beginning of this month, the US Dollar has strengthened by approximately 1.34% against the Lira [1]. Looking back at the beginning of 2026, we see that the Dollar's value has risen from the 43 Lira range to over 46 Lira, indicating an 8.1% depreciation of the Lira in the first six months of the year [4].

On an annual scale, the Lira's decline is more evident. On June 25 last year, the Dollar rate was in the 39.75 Lira range, but today, reaching the 46.5 Lira mark, it has recorded an annual growth of 16.99% for the Dollar [1]. This downward trend of the Lira has affected import costs and the cost of living in Turkey.

Official Rates of the Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey (TCMB)

The Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey (TCMB) also announced its official rates for today. According to data published on the e-Government portal (e-Devlet), the official Dollar rate for bank transfers was set at 46.40 Lira (buy) and 46.49 Lira (sell) [3].

The difference between the free market rate and the Central Bank rate remains at a minimum level, indicating relative management of liquidity in the market. The official Euro rate was also announced by the Central Bank as 52.66 Lira for buying and 52.76 Lira for selling [3]. Investors and traders typically use these rates for official and customs settlements.

Analysis of Factors Affecting Currency Fluctuations

Economic experts believe that current fluctuations are rooted in several key factors. Firstly, Turkey's inflation data, which remains at high levels, exerts continuous pressure on the Lira. Secondly, the policies of the US Federal Reserve (Fed) and reports regarding personal consumption in the United States, scheduled for release in the coming days, have caused traders in the Turkish currency market to act with caution [1].

In addition to the Dollar and Euro, other currencies also saw changes. The British Pound was traded today in the free market at a rate of 61.45 Lira [2]. Given economic forecasts, fluctuations in the Turkish currency market are expected to continue until the end of June as final monthly inflation statistics become clear.