COMPARISON OF PERSONAL LOANS AND THE RISKS EMERGING IN THE BANKING SECTORS OF TURKEY AND 25 EUROPIAN UNION COUNTRIES STARTING FROM 2002

An eruption in the credits in the Turkish banking sector has been experienced since 2005. The significant economic parameters coming first that cause this situation are economic growth, inflation, foreign trade volume, privatization, and positive developments in the foreign exchange reserves. Personal loans and mortgage loans constitute a significant portion of the growing credit volume. Moreover, the weights of the foreign banks in Turkey have further increased since 2005. Especially, depending on the improving loans prudent risk management and also effective supervision are important. If necessary attention is not given to these subjects, international financial crises may be seen.