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National Bank of Poland interest rates in October 2026
On October 6-7, 2026, the Monetary Policy Council held a meeting during which it decided to keep the National Bank of Poland (NBP) interest rates unchanged. Monetary Policy Council NBP Interest Rates — October 2026 Reference Rate Benchmark 3.75% p.a. Lombard Rate 4.25% p.a. Deposit Rate 3.25% p.a. Rediscount Rate 3.80%... Read More →
Energy prices in Europe: how much did electricity cost in August 2026?
Energy prices in Europe varied substantially in August 2026. Average wholesale day-ahead prices were around EUR 41/MWh in Finland, EUR 118/MWh in Spain, EUR 127/MWh in Germany and EUR 134/MWh in Poland, while Northern Italy approached EUR 177/MWh. For investors, this means that energy-intensive location decisions should consider not only... Read More →
Tax residency in Poland: what business owners need to know when moving
Tax residency in Poland does not change solely because a taxpayer moves out of Poland, rents a property abroad or obtains a foreign tax residence certificate. It is necessary to establish whether the individual still has their centre of personal or economic interests in Poland or stays in Poland for... Read More →
Company incorporation in Poland – a guide for foreign investors
Company incorporation in Poland enables foreign entrepreneurs and international companies to establish a legal presence in Poland. One of the most commonly considered structures is a Polish limited liability company (sp. z o.o.), which requires minimum share capital of PLN 5,000. Company registration is carried out electronically through the National... Read More →
National Bank of Poland interest rates in September 2026
On September 8-9, 2026, the Monetary Policy Council held a meeting during which it decided to keep the National Bank of Poland (NBP) interest rates unchanged. Monetary Policy Council NBP Interest Rates — September 2026 Reference Rate Benchmark 3.75% p.a. Lombard Rate 4.25% p.a. Deposit Rate 3.25% p.a. Rediscount Rate 3.80%... Read More →
How to choose an accounting firm in Poland: key selection criteria
If you are considering how to choose an accounting firm in Poland, the provider should be matched to the scale of your business, the processes being outsourced and management’s requirements for financial reporting and control. The assessment should cover not only price, but also team experience, scope of responsibility, backup... Read More →
Services provided to a company by a management board member in Poland – Voivodeship Administrative Court (WSA) ruling
A management board member in Poland may simultaneously operate their own business and provide paid services to the company in which they hold office, provided those services are genuinely separate from managing and representing the company. In its judgment of 8 April 2026, case no. III SA/Wa 2554/25, the Voivodeship... Read More →
Social security costs in Poland and Germany: a 2026 employer comparison
For employers comparing payroll Poland costs with German social security contributions, the headline employer rates are broadly similar: approximately 20.48% of gross salary in Poland and 21.27% in Germany. However, the German calculation usually requires additional amounts for accident insurance, the U1 and U2 equalisation levies and the insolvency levy.... Read More →
Polish sp. z o.o. vs German GmbH – differences in registration, costs and compliance
A Polish limited liability company (sp. z o.o.) and a German Gesellschaft mit beschränkter Haftung (GmbH) both protect shareholders through limited liability, but they differ significantly in their capital requirements, registration formalities, taxation and ongoing compliance. For investors planning to register a company in Poland, a Polish sp. z o.o.... Read More →
International corporations in Poland: why global companies choose the Polish market
Poland is no longer chosen by global companies only for labour-cost reasons. It is increasingly used as a location for technology, R&D, business services, manufacturing and logistics. According to ABSL, at the end of Q1 2025 Poland had 2,081 business services centres operated by 1,258 investors from 50 countries. Why... Read More →
