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Economy Issue #59

Welcome back! Most EV drivers in Turkey are under 40. But President Erdoğan intends to crash that stereotype as he cruises off in the latest homegrown, all-electric Togg.

In this week’s edition:

1. Lira hits 40 and Turkey gets surprise tax hike

2. Desertification warnings signal alarm

3. Turkey launches investigation into Spotify

4. FDI: Cash flow monitor

5. This week’s stat round-up

A nearly empty Istiklal Ave. at noon, July 9. © Emily Rice Johnson

Boost It Up: Lira hits 40 and Turkey gets surprise tax hike