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Turkish vote should buoy markets, for now

The positive result in yesterday’s referendum on reforms to the Turkish constitution is good news for two reasons. First, it shows that support for the present AKP government is still high and, as such, reduces the likelihood of a fiscal splurge in the run-up to next year’s elections. Second, it suggests that the AKP is on track to win a third term in office next year – an outcome that would best support further structural reforms in Turkey.

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