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The Women on Boards Directive: Closing the Corporate Gender Gap

Following the June 30 deadline for the EU’s Women on Boards directive, new data reveals that 18% of Poland’s largest listed companies still lack any female representation on their governing boards. Status of the Women on Boards Directive The June 30 deadline marked the point by which large...

Polish Workers Shift to Self-Employment to Avoid Higher Tax Brackets

As wage growth pushes more Poles into the higher tax bracket, an increasing number of employees are legally switching to self-employment to minimize their income tax and social security contributions. Escaping the Higher Tax Threshold A growing number of employees are finding that rising wages lead...

Pfizer Dispute Hits Polish Air Navigation Agency Finances

The Polish Air Navigation Services Agency (PANSA) is fighting to unlock funds after Eurocontrol seized its route charge revenues following a Belgian court ruling in a case between Poland and Pfizer. Financial Freeze at PANSA The Polish Air Navigation Services Agency (PANSA) announced on Thursday...

Student Summer Jobs: Why Your Degree Gap Could Cost You Your Paycheck

As summer break begins, students under 26 must navigate the complexities of social security contributions; failing to account for the gap between degrees can lead to unexpected tax consequences. Employment Contracts and Social Security Coverage For students under 26, summer employment offers a...

Glapiński Opens Door to Interest Rate Cuts Post-Summer

NBP Governor Adam Glapiński suggests that a 25-basis-point interest rate cut could be proposed at the first Monetary Policy Council meeting following the summer break, provided current economic conditions remain unchanged. Outlook for Interest Rate Reductions National Bank of Poland (NBP) Governor...

Want a 4,000 PLN Pension? The Hard Reality of ZUS Earnings Requirements

Dreams of a comfortable retirement are colliding with harsh mathematics, as current ZUS projections reveal that achieving a 4,000 PLN monthly pension requires earnings significantly higher than the national average. The Brutal Mathematics of Pension Calculations ZUS employs a strict formula for...

NBP Targets 700 Tons of Gold Reserves Amid Price Fluctuations

The National Bank of Poland held 632.4 tons of gold by the end of June, with Governor Adam Glapiński confirming plans to reach a 700-ton target despite market volatility. Gold Holdings and Unrealized Gains National Bank of Poland (NBP) Governor Adam Glapiński announced that as of the end of June,...

Long-Service Military Bonus 2026: How to Factor It into Your Retirement

As military personnel look toward 2026, understanding how the long-service allowance impacts retirement calculations is critical for those seeking to maximize their financial benefits upon transitioning to civilian life. New Financial Realities in the Military In mid-2026, financial stability...

Duży Ben Shifts to Franchise Model to Expand Sunday Trading

The Eurocash Group has launched a franchise model for its Duży Ben liquor store chain, aiming to transition all locations by 2027 and enabling some stores to operate on Sundays. Transitioning to a Franchise Model One of Poland’s largest liquor store chains, Duży Ben, is changing its...

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