istikrar

İstikrar is a Turkish noun meaning stability, steadiness, or constancy. It derives from Arabic istiqrār and entered Turkish through Ottoman usage, where it referred to the condition of being settled or fixed. In modern Turkish, istikrar is used in multiple domains to describe a state of predictable order and the absence of large fluctuations.

In economics, istikrar refers to price stability, stable growth, a predictable macroeconomic environment. Policy makers aim for istikrar through prudent monetary and fiscal policy, credible institutions, and exchange-rate regimes. In finance, terms such as fiyat istikrarı (price stability) or kur istikrarı (currency stability) are common.

In politics, siyasi istikrar denotes durable governance and political continuity, often highlighted in discussions of elections, coalition dynamics, and policy credibility.

In everyday language, istikrar can describe personal steadiness — regular routines, dependable behavior, or long-term commitment.

Etymology and usage aside, istikrar is commonly invoked in official discourse to signal a goal of stable conditions that facilitate investment, development, and social order. See also stability, stabilization policy.