Capital flexibility for share buybacks in publicly traded banks from the Banking Regulation and Supervision Agency (BDDK).

The Banking Regulation and Supervision Agency (BRSA) announced a decision to provide capital flexibility for publicly traded banks in share buybacks. According to a statement published on the BRSA's website, this decision, made during the board meeting on March 25, 2025, aims to reduce the pressure on banks' capital adequacy ratios.

As per the decision, publicly traded banks listed on Borsa Istanbul will not deduct the shares acquired through buybacks from their core capital until December 31, 2025. Furthermore, shares obtained via buybacks will not be included in the calculations of credit and market risk under the Capital Adequacy Regulation. This move is expected to strengthen banks' capital structures and support market stability, potentially enhancing their market value and stock performance.