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Turkish habit of stashing gold "under the pillow' hurts economy, government says

NPR News·September 16, 2026·1 min read

Turkey's government says the traditional habit of stashing gold 'under the pillow' hurts the economy. For years, Turks have kept gold at home, mistrustful of banks. The government argues this practice removes gold from the financial system, reducing liquidity and economic growth potential.

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