Deficiencies in the Supplementary Pension Market in Poland From the Perspective of Regulatory Policy

Abstract

<jats:p>The supplementary pension market in Poland is regulated to a very limited extent and the range of pension plans available is relatively broad. The regulations in force relate primarily to ensuring financial security from the perspective of the operation of financial institutions, their solvency and liquidity. But efficiency and effectiveness of supplementary pension vehicles in delivering adequate incomes in old age are not regulated or regularly assessed. The most urgent regulatory changes include preliminary product assessment ensuring that only an “appropriate” vehicle is allowed to enter the market, i.e. contracts that meet minimum requirements in terms of design, efficiency and cost. The recommended amendments apply also to risk-sharing, forms of pay-outs, cost limits, market transparency and information policy.&#x0D; </jats:p>