Przekształcenia polskiego systemu bankowego w latach 1989–2014
The transformation of the Polish banking system in the years 1989–2014

Summary/Abstract: The banking system in Poland after 1989 was one of the fastest growing components of the national economy. Transformations it underwent adapted it to the requirements of market economy. It has a well-developed regulatory sphere composed of an independent central bank, financial market supervision and institutions guaranteeing bank deposits. A large share of foreign capital in the transformation of the commercial banks had a significant influence on the change of ownership relations for the benefit of investors from outside Poland. The banking sector presents a rather low level of concentration. Its financing potential compared to the more developed countries is quite weak. Also, the scope of financial intermediation remains at a lower level than the European average. It can be argued that, while Polish banks are relatively small, they are well capitalized and secure. The stability of the Polish banking system has been verified positive during the recent financial crisis

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