The Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye Investment and Finance Office (Invest in Türkiye) published its September 2026 fintech outlook, prepared using data from the startup ecosystem data platform startups.watch.
The data shows that 20 new fintech startups were established in Türkiye during the first nine months of 2026. This brought the number of active fintech companies in the country to 825.

Corporate finance solutions took the lead
Corporate finance solutions were the dominant fintech category in 2026. Startups in this field offer services addressing companies' needs, including payments, cash management and access to finance.
Investment slowdown continued in September
The slowdown in fintech investments continued in September. So far in 2026, six fintech companies have recorded exits, meaning investors sold their stakes through an acquisition or an initial public offering.