Research Article

THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS AND FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE IN THE TURKISH BANKING SECTOR: ANALYSIS USING THE DRISCOLL-KRAAY ESTIMATOR METHOD

Volume: 11 Number: 1 June 25, 2026
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THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS AND FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE IN THE TURKISH BANKING SECTOR: ANALYSIS USING THE DRISCOLL-KRAAY ESTIMATOR METHOD

Abstract

This article focuses on the definition, functions and applications of derivative instruments in the Turkish banking sector. Derivative instruments are important financial instruments used in financial markets for various purposes such as risk management, speculation and arbitrage. The findings of the study emphasize the importance of derivative instruments in the banking sector and the positive effects of the effective use of these instruments on financial stability. In this context, it is concluded that the proper management of derivative products has strategic importance for the Turkish banking sector. This study analyzes the impact of derivative instruments on the financial performance of banks operating in the Turkish financial sector. Panel data analysis was conducted using data from 12 large-scale banks obtained from the Turkish Banking Association for the period 2014-2024. Return on assets (ROA) was used as the dependent variable, while key financial indicators such as the ratio of derivative transactions to total assets (LOGTA), capital adequacy ratio (LOGSYO), non-performing loan ratio (LOGDATK), and foreign currency asset ratio (LOGYPTV) were used as control variables. The findings indicate that derivative instruments can be used not only for hedging financial risk but also as strategic tools that positively impact bank profitability.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Business Administration

Journal Section

Research Article

Publication Date

June 25, 2026

Submission Date

March 12, 2026

Acceptance Date

June 2, 2026

Published in Issue

Year 2026 Volume: 11 Number: 1

APA
Sarsıcı, E. (2026). THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS AND FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE IN THE TURKISH BANKING SECTOR: ANALYSIS USING THE DRISCOLL-KRAAY ESTIMATOR METHOD. Journal of Research in Business, 11(1), 281-298. https://doi.org/10.54452/jrb.1908311
AMA
1.Sarsıcı E. THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS AND FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE IN THE TURKISH BANKING SECTOR: ANALYSIS USING THE DRISCOLL-KRAAY ESTIMATOR METHOD. JRB. 2026;11(1):281-298. doi:10.54452/jrb.1908311
Chicago
Sarsıcı, Erkan. 2026. “THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS AND FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE IN THE TURKISH BANKING SECTOR: ANALYSIS USING THE DRISCOLL-KRAAY ESTIMATOR METHOD”. Journal of Research in Business 11 (1): 281-98. https://doi.org/10.54452/jrb.1908311.
EndNote
Sarsıcı E (June 1, 2026) THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS AND FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE IN THE TURKISH BANKING SECTOR: ANALYSIS USING THE DRISCOLL-KRAAY ESTIMATOR METHOD. Journal of Research in Business 11 1 281–298.
IEEE
[1]E. Sarsıcı, “THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS AND FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE IN THE TURKISH BANKING SECTOR: ANALYSIS USING THE DRISCOLL-KRAAY ESTIMATOR METHOD”, JRB, vol. 11, no. 1, pp. 281–298, June 2026, doi: 10.54452/jrb.1908311.
ISNAD
Sarsıcı, Erkan. “THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS AND FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE IN THE TURKISH BANKING SECTOR: ANALYSIS USING THE DRISCOLL-KRAAY ESTIMATOR METHOD”. Journal of Research in Business 11/1 (June 1, 2026): 281-298. https://doi.org/10.54452/jrb.1908311.
JAMA
1.Sarsıcı E. THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS AND FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE IN THE TURKISH BANKING SECTOR: ANALYSIS USING THE DRISCOLL-KRAAY ESTIMATOR METHOD. JRB. 2026;11:281–298.
MLA
Sarsıcı, Erkan. “THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS AND FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE IN THE TURKISH BANKING SECTOR: ANALYSIS USING THE DRISCOLL-KRAAY ESTIMATOR METHOD”. Journal of Research in Business, vol. 11, no. 1, June 2026, pp. 281-98, doi:10.54452/jrb.1908311.
Vancouver
1.Erkan Sarsıcı. THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS AND FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE IN THE TURKISH BANKING SECTOR: ANALYSIS USING THE DRISCOLL-KRAAY ESTIMATOR METHOD. JRB. 2026 Jun. 1;11(1):281-98. doi:10.54452/jrb.1908311