A new development has occurred in the investigation conducted by the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office regarding transactions carried out in capital markets. Businessman Umut Güner, the owner of Dünya Gazetesi, has been detained.
Within the scope of the investigation, it has also come to light that Dünya Holding, owned by Güner, holds a 20.45 percent stake in Bulls Yatırım Holding.
A decision made by the Capital Markets Board (SPK) on September 17 is also noteworthy in the process related to the case. The SPK had decided to liquidate a total of 131 investment funds founded by 7 portfolio management companies, including Bulls Portföy.
While it is alleged that 15 of the funds in question were established by Bulls Portföy, it is stated that the investigation is expanding around capital market transactions and fund structures.
Previously, Borsa İstanbul AŞ General Manager Korkmaz Enes Ergun had also been detained as part of the investigation. It was reported that Ergun faced accusations of "being a member of an organization established to commit crimes" and "bribery."
Furthermore, it was reported that precautionary measures were taken regarding the assets and financial transactions of Bulls Yatırım Chairman of the Board Kemal Akkaya and Lydia Holding Chairman of the Board Enver Çevik.
51-year-old Umut Güner is known for his sports management career in addition to his business life. Güner, who served in the Beşiktaş administration during different periods, took over the concession of Dünya Gazetesi on January 26, 2024. The judicial process regarding the investigation is ongoing.
News Source: 12punto
