Turkey CPI YoY Forecast 2026
Quantitative analysis from 287 observations of Turkey CPI YoY history, joined to four universal macro regime classifications. Numbers are computed, not narrated.
Performance by Window[02]
| WINDOW | N | ANN RET | ANN VOL | RET/VOL | HIT % | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1Y | 13 | -45.79% | 21.18% | -2.16 | 8.3% | -45.76% |
| 3Y | 36 | -20.33% | 32.36% | -0.63 | 42.9% | -48.49% |
| 5Y | 61 | 28.19% | 44.84% | 0.63 | 61.7% | 246.16% |
| 10Y | 120 | 16.83% | 43.17% | 0.39 | 57.1% | 367.80% |
| All | 287 | -1.64% | 40.49% | -0.04 | 51.7% | -32.52% |
Annualized total return = (1 + total)^(1/years) - 1. Ret/Vol is the annualized return divided by annualized volatility (Sharpe-equivalent without risk-free subtraction). Hit % = pct of single periods that were positive.
Where We Are Now[03]
Forward Returns by Macro Regime[04]
How Turkey CPI YoY has performed historically conditional on the prevailing macro regime. The current bucket is highlighted; +1Y averages drive the headline signal above.
| REGIME BUCKET | N | +30D | +90D | +1Y AVG | +1Y MED | HIT % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low (<15) | 65 | 0.27% | 1.11% | 8.63% | 3.62% | 54.7% |
| Normal (15-25) | 84 | 0.29% | 8.11% | 31.38% | -1.11% | 49.4% |
| Elevated (25-40) | 32 | 2.25% | 8.32% | 7.52% | -16.71% | 40.6% |
| Extreme (>40) | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| REGIME BUCKET | N | +30D | +90D | +1Y AVG | +1Y MED | HIT % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inverted (<0bps) | 27 | -1.42% | -2.80% | -4.39% | -14.79% | 33.3% |
| Flat (0-100bps) | 57 | 1.39% | 7.55% | 28.16% | 31.92% | 70.4% |
| Steep (>100bps) | 100 | 0.58% | 6.20% | 19.45% | -6.44% | 43.0% |
| REGIME BUCKET | N | +30D | +90D | +1Y AVG | +1Y MED | HIT % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tight (<350bps) | 19 | 5.56% | 28.27% | 137.95% | 91.75% | 64.3% |
| Normal (350-500bps) | 44 | 0.52% | 7.57% | 24.23% | 1.36% | 55.8% |
| Stressed (>500bps) | 18 | 1.72% | 7.57% | 31.11% | 42.73% | 72.2% |
| REGIME BUCKET | N | +30D | +90D | +1Y AVG | +1Y MED | HIT % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weak (bottom tercile) | 34 | 2.89% | 15.28% | 47.99% | 28.10% | 58.8% |
| Neutral (middle) | 34 | 3.46% | 20.12% | 58.62% | 25.08% | 64.7% |
| Strong (top tercile) | 76 | -0.25% | 0.38% | 7.00% | 0.78% | 50.0% |
Forward returns are forward-looking from each historical observation in the bucket; +252d corresponds to one trading year. Buckets with fewer than 5 forward-return observations are reported as n/a. These are conditional historical averages, not forecasts.
Lead-Lag Relationships[05]
For each universally-recognised leading indicator, the lag at which the daily-return correlation peaks. Positive lag means the anchor leads Turkey CPI YoY; negative means it lags.
| ANCHOR | ROLE | PEAK LAG | PEAK CORR | ZERO-LAG | RELATIONSHIP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Jobless Claims | Labor leader | +20d | 0.510 | -0.080 | leads target by 20d |
| NFCI | Financial conditions | +41d | 0.355 | -0.006 | leads target by 41d |
| HY OAS Spread | Credit risk leader | -33d | -0.307 | -0.112 | lags target by 33d |
| U-Mich Consumer Sentiment | Survey leader | -45d | -0.241 | 0.004 | lags target by 45d |
| 10Y-2Y Yield Spread | Recession leader | +47d | -0.219 | -0.039 | leads target by 47d |
| Trade-Weighted Dollar | FX driver | -5d | 0.207 | 0.028 | lags target by 5d |
| 10Y Treasury Yield | Discount-rate driver | +60d | 0.189 | 0.131 | leads target by 60d |
| VIX | Volatility leader | -52d | 0.179 | 0.021 | lags target by 52d |
| Copper | Global growth proxy | +60d | 0.173 | 0.007 | leads target by 60d |
| Baa-10Y Spread | Credit risk (slow) | +53d | -0.145 | -0.049 | weak |
Pearson correlation of daily returns over up to 25 years of overlapping history, searched across a ±60-day lag grid. Indicators classified as “weak” don't have meaningful predictive power at daily resolution; many of these (yield curve, NFCI, sentiment) lead at monthly/quarterly horizons instead.
Historical Analogs[06]
Periods where Turkey CPI YoY sat at a similar percentile rank to today, with what happened over the next 30 / 90 / 252 trading days. Analogs are clustered to avoid double-counting nearby dates.
| DATE | VALUE | +30D | +90D | +1Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 1, 2021 | 19.2527 | 1.71% | 87.41% | 316.61% |
| May 1, 2021 | 16.5928 | 5.62% | 18.02% | 342.94% |
| Jan 1, 2021 | 14.9737 | 4.26% | 10.81% | 225.18% |
| Oct 1, 2020 | 11.8896 | 17.97% | 31.30% | 67.29% |
| Jun 1, 2020 | 12.6224 | -6.80% | -5.81% | 38.84% |
Worst Historical Drawdown[07]
Largest Single-Period Moves[09]
- Dec 1, 202169.29%
- May 1, 201168.19%
- Sep 1, 201837.00%
- Jan 1, 202234.95%
- Jun 1, 201327.37%
- Sep 1, 2019-38.29%
- May 1, 2012-25.66%
- Dec 1, 2022-23.84%
- Jan 1, 2011-23.44%
- Apr 1, 2009-22.32%
Calendar-Month Seasonality[10]
Average single-period return aggregated by the calendar month in which the period ended.
| MONTH | AVG RETURN | HIT % | N |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0.80% | 58.3% | 24 |
| February | -0.16% | 45.8% | 24 |
| March | -0.70% | 54.2% | 24 |
| April | -0.77% | 54.2% | 24 |
| May | 1.65% | 56.5% | 23 |
| June | 1.11% | 43.5% | 23 |
| July | 0.65% | 58.3% | 24 |
| August | 0.67% | 58.3% | 24 |
| September | -0.72% | 45.8% | 24 |
| October | 0.08% | 45.8% | 24 |
| November | 1.03% | 54.2% | 24 |
| December | 2.38% | 45.8% | 24 |
N = 287 OBS · GENERATED 2026-05-02 13:01Z
Forecast Approach
regime implied: The current macro regime classification (Goldilocks, Reflation, Stagflation, or Deflation) dictates the expected direction and magnitude of movement, calibrated against historical regime performance.
Key Drivers & Risks
- •Food and energy prices
- •Currency pass-through
- •Wage dynamics
- •Fiscal stance
- •Base effects
Historical Volatility
Moderate in DM, high in EM with currency instability
Frequently Asked Questions
What factors could push Turkey CPI YoY higher?▾
The primary drivers that tend to lift Turkey CPI YoY depend on the current macro regime. Turkey consumer price index, year-on-year change. Convex tracks these drivers live across the International Inflation category and flags when multiple forces align in the same direction. See the "Key Drivers & Risks" section on this page for the current list, and check the regime dashboard for how the macro backdrop is currently tilted.
What factors could push Turkey CPI YoY lower?▾
The same transmission channels that drive Turkey CPI YoY higher operate in reverse when conditions flip. The risk drivers listed above map directly to scenarios that, if triggered, would pull this metric in the opposite direction. Convex aggregates these into a scenario-weighted probability distribution rather than a point forecast, so the magnitude depends on which scenarios activate.
Where does consensus see Turkey CPI YoY heading?▾
Rather than publish a point target that goes stale the day after release, Convex assembles consensus from the macro regime classification, active scenario probabilities, and historical base rates. Point forecasts from banks and strategists are worth reading for context, but they typically cluster around the consensus and miss the tail events that actually move markets. The scenario-weighted approach here captures that tail risk explicitly.
What is the historical range for Turkey CPI YoY?▾
Historical ranges for Turkey CPI YoY vary dramatically by regime. A level that is extreme in Goldilocks can be routine in Stagflation, and vice versa. The Historical Volatility section on this page describes the typical range and regime-specific behavior. For the full multi-decade history, visit the Turkey CPI YoY chart page, which includes selectable time ranges up to five years and downloadable data.
How often is the Turkey CPI YoY forecast updated?▾
This forecast page recalculates whenever the underlying data or regime classification changes, typically within hours of new data releases. The scenario probabilities refresh daily as the macro state is regenerated. Specific drivers listed on this page reflect the current state of the Convex regime engine, not static historical assumptions.
Is this forecast actionable for trading?▾
Convex forecasts are informational and educational. They describe probability distributions and regime-conditional paths rather than specific entry and exit levels. Traders and portfolio managers use them alongside other inputs including position sizing rules, risk management, and their own conviction calibration. They are not investment advice.
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