Warsaw Stock Exchange

Exchange Profile

The Warsaw Stock Exchange (WSE), known as Giełda Papierów Wartościowych w Warszawie in Polish, is the largest securities exchange in Central and Eastern Europe. Established in 1991, it plays a pivotal role in the development of Poland's capital market and serves as a vital institution within the country's financial landscape.

The Warsaw Stock Exchange operates as a regulated marketplace where investors can trade a wide range of financial instruments, including stocks, bonds, investment funds, derivatives, and other securities. The exchange provides a platform for companies to list their shares and raise capital from public investors, while offering investment opportunities for individuals, institutions, and funds.

Transparency, integrity, and investor protection are core principles of the Warsaw Stock Exchange. The exchange operates under the supervision of the Polish Financial Supervision Authority (KNF) and adheres to strict regulations and disclosure requirements.

Served Area

Warsaw

Owner

Ministry of State Treasury, Freefloat

Ticker

WSX