Investors initially focused on manufacturing and trade industries. In a second stage, banks and insurance companies entered the markets and prepared the ground for subsequent investment waves. More recently, investment projects have shifted from labor-intensive, low-skill industries to more skillintensive industries and the service sector. This may indicate that the new EU Member States have reached a new level of development.
In addition, through its participation in global forums, the SARB contributed to the strengthening of the global financial safety net.