It’s not been a good 2017 so far for the lira 10 Jan
– down 1.6% to 3.7700 vs USD
– down 6.8% since start of year
– down through 4.00 vs EUR for the first time
All kicking off again for the lira amidst its weakening economy and further comments from the deputy PM who said the economy was being targeted by "sabotage and attacks"