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Calm After the Storm: Bank Ratings in Central and Eastern Europe Stabilize Following the Emerging Market Crisis of 1997-1998 Sep 00
Standard & Poors, Sep 2000
Abstract
Following the turbulence in the emerging markets in 1997-1998, a semblance of stability has returned to the banking systems of Central and Eastern Europe (CEE). In the past year, Standard & Poor's has not downgraded any banks in the 12 countries covered in its annual survey of the largest banks in CEE. On the contrary, as this report shows, the past year has seen several positive rather than negative rating actions on the region's banks, mainly driven by increased foreign direct investment. Some of the region's banking systems continue to suffer, however, notably those in the Czech and Slovak republics and in Romania. In reviewing the financial performance of CEE banks, there has been a small decrease in profitability, with...
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Research Type: Commentary
Criteria articles describe the thought process and methodology Standard & Poor's analysts use in determining ratings. These commentary pieces discuss both the quantitative (economic and financial) and qualitative (business analysis and caliber of management) aspects of the analysis, as well as legal issues.
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