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Armaments spending by Min of Def continues to grow
3 days ago · Since December 2023, the new Defense Ministry has committed to upholding prior military contracts and adding 150 more by the end of 2024. Polish and foreign defense firms benefit, though critics highlight inefficiencies. Defense spending reached a record 3.1% of GDP in 2024 and is set to rise to 4.7% in 2025, leading NATO countries.
Over 700 construction companies have declared insolvency this year
1 day ago · The Polish construction industry is facing its third crisis since the country joined the EU in 2004, with over 700 companies declaring bankruptcy in 2024, a 40% increase from the previous year. Small firms, especially in installation, renovation, and general construction, are struggling the most.
NBP: with energy prices frozen, CPI inflation in ‘25 will be 4.3%
3 days ago · The National Bank of Poland's (NBP) November projection, assuming energy prices for households remain frozen, forecasts CPI inflation at 3.7% in 2024, 4.3% in 2025, and 2.8% in 2026. GDP growth is expected to be 2.7% in 2024, 3.5% in 2025, and 2.9% in 2026. Core inflation is projected at 4.3% in ...
Poland reconsiders energy price controls
6 days ago · Poland reconsiders energy price controls. Poland may end state-regulated electricity pricing as market energy rates become increasingly competitive, according to Rafał Gawin, head of the Energy Regulatory Office. Speaking at the National Energy Summit, Gawin stated that regulated tariffs, while an option, aren’t obligatory, and consumers can ...
PIE: the increase in housing prices has slowed down
3 days ago · In Q3 2024, the growth in housing prices slowed for the first time since early 2023, according to the Polish Economic Institute (PIE). Year-on-year, secondary market prices rose by 18%, while primary market prices increased by 14%. The pace of growth decreased by over 5 percentage points in the secondary market compared to the previous quarter.
Few Poles understand Clean Transport Zones, but 40% do not …
3 days ago · Only 14% of Poles are aware of Clean Transport Zones (SCT) and understand how they function, despite Warsaw implementing one in July. A survey by Ariadna shows 29% have not heard of SCTs, and 28% know little about them. While 53% support SCTs, 47% oppose, with opponents viewing SCTs as financially ...
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Optimistic Economic Outlook for Poland - WBJ
Apr 24, 2024 · Poland's economic prospects are looking bright, with optimistic GDP growth forecasts. BNP Paribas economists predict the Polish economy will grow at a rate of 4% in both 2024 and 2025, marking the most optimistic forecast in years. This outlook is driven by increased consumer spending, a slowing inflation rate, and anticipated inflow of EU funds.