Wednesday, July 9, 2025

USA-China Tensions Transform Global Market

After the U.S. elections, relations between the...

In June, the Supply of Secondary Market Apartments Shrinks, but Average Price per Square Meter Remains Stable

In June, the supply of apartments on the secondary market decreased, but this had little impact on the average price per square meter. The price remained unchanged in Warsaw, Łódź, Poznań, and cities of the Upper Silesian Metropolitan Area. In Wrocław, it fell by...

Trump Announces New Tariffs with Official Notices Starting Today

U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the American administration will begin sending official notifications to trade partners regarding tariffs starting today. All countries are to be subject to the new tariff rates no...

In 2024, Suicide Numbers in Poland Fell for the First Time in Several Years, but the Problem Remains Serious

In 2024, for the first time in several years, the number of suicides in Poland decreased; however, the scale of the problem remains significant. Poland is currently undergoing a psychiatric reform, with the...

Ministry of Family, Labour and Social Policy Launches Pilot of Shorter Workweek with Government Financial Support

The Ministry of Family, Labour and Social Policy has launched a pilot program for a shorter workweek. Companies interested in participating will be able to apply for financial support from the government. Politicians from the...

Credit Market in Poland Grows Unevenly; Cash Loans for Consumers Lead the Way

The credit market in Poland is generally growing, although unevenly. Data from the Credit Information Bureau (BIK) indicate that the best-performing segment is consumer cash loans. The total amount of credit card limits...

Ministry of Funds and Regional Policy Ends Consultations on the Social Climate Plan, Paving the Way to Secure €11.4 Billion from the EU Social...

At the end of June, the Ministry of Funds and Regional Policy completed consultations on the Social Climate Plan (PSK), which opens the door to obtaining PLN 65 billion (EUR 11.4 billion) from...

New Law on Employing Foreigners in Poland Effective June 1, 2025: Key Rules for Employers

As of June 1, 2025, a new law governing the conditions for assigning work to foreigners on the territory of the Republic of Poland comes into force. The new regulations aim to simplify procedures, increase transparency, and improve oversight of the legality of foreign employment. Although many procedures have been streamlined, employer obligations remain extensive and require great diligence. Below are the key rules every entrepreneur employing non-Polish nationals should know. Employment Without Permits — Who Is Exempt? The new law provides that not all foreigners need a work permit. This obligation does not apply, among others, to persons holding a permanent residence permit, refugee status, temporary protection, or the Pole’s...

John J. Hardy on Global Markets: Trade Wars, Geopolitics, and Economic Outlook for Q3 2025

As explained by John J. Hardy, Chief Macro Strategist at Saxo, global markets experienced sharp declines in early April as investors seriously began pricing...

Markets Surprised by Rate Cut; NBP Signals Continued Easing

After Yesterday’s Interest Rate Cut Surprising the Markets, the Council’s Message Was Moderately Dovish,...

Over 44% of Energy Sector Companies Consider Artificial Intelligence an Integral Part of Their Operations, with 60% Reporting ROI Above 10%

According to the KPMG report “Intelligent Energy. A Blueprint for Creating Value through AI-Driven Transformation,” more than 44% of companies in the energy sector treat artificial intelligence (AI) as a core element of...

Record Growth in IT Job Offers in the First Half of 2025

The first half of 2025 brought the expected revival in the Polish IT job market. According to data from the portal justjoin.it: The number of job offers increased by 68% compared to the...

Demand for Housing Loans Increased by 47.1% Year-on-Year in June 2025, with Record Average Loan Amount

According to the BIK Housing Loan Demand Index, the value of inquiries for housing loans in June 2025 rose...

Unexpected Rate Cut by Poland’s Monetary Policy Council (MPC); Zloty Weakens Following Announcement

The Monetary Policy Council (MPC) unexpectedly decided to lower...

Warehouse Market Overview: Poland’s Leading Regions

Warsaw The Warsaw warehouse market maintains a strong position thanks...

Poland’s Health Ministry Proposes Ban on Nicotine Pouches, Sparking Industry Concerns

First excise tax introduced on nicotine pouches, then proposals aimed at removing these products from the market — business representatives warn that the regulations...

Universities Aim to Combat Mobbing and Discrimination Among Staff and Students More Actively

Higher education institutions want to step up their fight against mobbing and discrimination affecting both employees and students. As part of the “Safe University”...

After May’s Recovery, the Real Estate Market Slows Down Again

Following a rebound in May, the real estate market slowed down once more. In June, just under 3,100 apartments were sold across the seven...

EU Mechanisms Enable European NATO Countries to Boost Defense Spending: Dual-Use Infrastructure Plays a Crucial Role

Defense spending in NATO countries is set to increase to 5% of GDP by 2035. This will be largely enabled by the European Union,...

Construction Begins on Onshore Infrastructure for Bałtyk 2 and Bałtyk 3 Offshore Wind Farms Developed by Equinor and Polenergia Group

Construction of the onshore infrastructure for the Bałtyk 2 and Bałtyk 3 offshore wind farms, developed by Equinor and Polenergia Group, has commenced. This...

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