In a significant move, Moody’s announced on Friday that it has upgraded Turkey's credit rating, citing improved governance and progress in tackling inflation. The country's outlook remains “positive,” reflecting a decisive shift in Turkey's economic policies.
Turkey's Credit Rating Elevated by Moody's
Turkey's credit rating has been lifted from B3 to B1 by Moody’s, a development attributed largely to enhanced governance and a well-established return to orthodox monetary policy. This upgrade comes as the nation grapples with a severe cost-of-living crisis, prompting President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to support interest rate hikes as a strategic measure to control inflation.
Governance and Inflation: Key Factors in Credit Rating Upgrade
In June, Turkey's annual inflation rate was recorded at 71.6 percent, a slight decline from its peak of 75.45 percent in May. This moderation in consumer prices has played a crucial role in Moody's decision to upgrade Turkey's credit rating. The agency emphasized that "improvements in governance, more specifically the decisive and increasingly well-established return to orthodox monetary policy," were instrumental in this positive reassessment.
Boosting Confidence in the Turkish Lira
Moody’s noted that Turkey's central bank has been pivotal in enhancing the credibility of its monetary policy, which has, in turn, bolstered confidence in the Turkish lira. This restoration of confidence is seen as a critical step toward achieving macroeconomic stability and controlling inflationary pressures.
Political Risks Remain a Constraint
Despite the positive developments, Moody's warned that political risk remains a constraint on Turkey's credit rating. The agency highlighted that the recent surge in consumer prices and the collapse of the Turkish lira were significant factors contributing to the electoral setbacks faced by Erdogan's AKP party in the March municipal elections.
Future Outlook: Skewed to the Upside
Moody’s stated that the balance of risks for Turkey remains "skewed to the upside." As the effectiveness of monetary policy continues to rise, the potential for macroeconomic stability and stronger institutions increases. This, combined with Turkey's diversified and competitive economy, could further enhance the country's economic strengths.
Structural Changes and Long-term Prospects
Moody's report also underscored the importance of structural changes to mitigate the risk of long-lasting inflation shocks. The agency expressed optimism that if Turkey's economic policy shift is coupled with these structural adjustments, the country's credit rating could continue to improve, fostering a more robust and stable economic environment.
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