Turkey’s industrial capacity utilization edged down in February 2026, signaling a slight cooling in factory activity. According to the latest data updated on 20 February 2026, the utilization rate declined to 73.5%, compared with 74.1% in January 2026.
The 0.6 percentage point drop suggests that Turkish manufacturers are operating further below full capacity, a development that may reflect softer demand or more cautious production planning early in the year. While still relatively close to January’s level, the February reading will likely be watched by markets and policymakers for indications of broader trends in industrial momentum and overall economic activity.
