Robert de Groot, Vice President of the European Investment Bank: Ammunition is not an investment
Robert de Groot discussed the European Investment Bank's plans to double its defense investment projects in Poland over the next few years, aiming to reach 4.5 billion euros by 2026.
Prof. Wojtyna: What is the cost of a silent agreement between the government, the NBP, and the president
Prof. Wojtyna warns that a potential silent agreement between the Polish government, the National Bank of Poland (NBP), and the president could have severe economic and institutional costs.
Erste CEO on Acquisition of Santander BP: For Us, It Is a Milestone
Erste Group's acquisition of Santander Bank Poland represents a significant milestone in its expansion strategy, aiming to enhance its market position within the region.
Wait, BGK: We will support Polish companies
The president of the Polish Development Bank, MirosΕaw Czekaj, emphasizes the need to create conditions for domestic companies to effectively pursue contracts for upcoming projects.
Billions of euros flowed to Poland. Priority for energy and defense
The European Investment Bank is increasing funding for Polish projects, with energy and defense sectors receiving priority in the upcoming years.
First Getin Bank's receiver, then civil court
The Supreme Court of Poland's Civil Chamber addressed a case concerning a disputed Swiss franc loan from the now-bankrupt Getin Noble Bank, highlighting issues of information asymmetry and unlawful contract terms.
Over 205 million PLN profit. Bank Pocztowy shows strength in 2025.
In 2025, Bank Pocztowy achieved a net profit of 205.9 million PLN, marking a 13.4% increase from the previous year, driven by improvements in loan quality and growth in customer loans and deposits.
Rebranding for 250 million PLN. Santander Bank Polska is changing to Erste
Santander Bank Polska is set to undergo a significant rebranding operation, changing its name to Erste Bank Polska at a projected cost of 250 million PLN.
Will Christine Lagarde resign before the end of her term? The ECB president's response
Christine Lagarde, the president of the European Central Bank, addressed rumors about her potential early resignation due to upcoming presidential elections in France.
Record profits of Pekao. What will the dividend be?
Pekao Bank reported its highest net profit in history for 2025, amounting to 7.015 billion PLN, prompting discussions on potential dividend decisions by the bank's management.
You Can Only Board a Plane in Japan Without a Power Bank
Japan will enforce a ban on power banks in airplanes starting in April, extending to the use of all onboard charging methods.
Will Christine Lagarde leave her position before the end of her term?
There are reports that Christine Lagarde is considering stepping down from her position at the European Central Bank (ECB) before her term ends in 2027 due to potential political changes in France.
Hundreds of tons of gold in NBP reserves. How much is there and where is it located? New data
Poland's central bank has increased its gold reserves to 700 tons, positioning the country among the top ten globally in gold holdings.
Further changes in the 'Clean Air' program. Its effects raise controversy
Upcoming changes to Poland's 'Clean Air' program aim to address concerns over its implementation and effectiveness, particularly in the context of thermomodernization processes.
Postman, application, and simple banking. Bank Pocztowy prepares a major change
Bank Pocztowy plans to involve postmen in offering financial services as part of a new operational strategy, leveraging their customer contact potential especially in smaller towns and among seniors.
AI in Poland, appeal from the EU industry, record profits of banks
The podcast covers the growth of AI in Poland, the appeal from the European industry for urgent changes to counter deindustrialization, and discusses the record profits of banks.
Banks set a new record. Profit for 2025 above expectations
Polish banks reported a net profit of nearly 48.7 billion PLN for the year 2025, exceeding initial forecasts significantly.
Bloomberg: the government withdraws plans to bring GlapiΕski before the State Tribunal
The Polish government has abandoned plans to hold Adam GlapiΕski accountable before the State Tribunal due to concerns that legal battles could undermine foreign investors' confidence and internal political dynamics.
State Tribunal Not for GlapiΕski? "Efforts Have Stalled"
The Polish government has abandoned plans to put Adam GlapiΕski, head of the National Bank of Poland, before the State Tribunal due to minimal expected political benefits.
Will InPost share the fate of Bank ΕlΔ ski and BZ WBK?
The acquisition of InPost by a consortium including FedEx and Advent International marks a significant shift in the delivery sector, poised to impact not only Poland but also Europe and beyond.
President of mBank: We are breaking records and going for more
mBank CEO Cezary Kocik announced record profits and a strong growth strategy at the bank's 2025 results presentation.
Unexpected resignation of the head of the French central bank. Is the reason the elections?
François Villeroy de Galhau, head of the French central bank, has announced his resignation, citing personal reasons and a new role with a Catholic foundation.
Local content: political slogan or tangible process? This is how banks see it
The article discusses the Polish government's priority of increasing local content in investments and features an interview with the vice president of PKO BP on the bank's perspective regarding financing the energy transition.
Erste Bank instead of Santander. A new chapter with record results in the background
The article discusses the ownership changes at Santander Bank Polska, the rebranding process, record profits in 2025, and forecasts for shareholder dividends.
Major failure at Alior Bank. The bank did not disclose the cause
Alior Bank experienced a major system failure that lasted several hours, affecting access to its services, though the bank has since restored functionality without revealing the cause of the issue.
Alior Bank sells office building near DaszyΕski Round
Alior Bank has put its office building located at Towarowa 25A near the DaszyΕski Round on the market, covering a usable area of 10,900 square meters.
Janusz Jankowiak on monetary policy: In the sheep's rush
During a conference following the January meeting of the Monetary Policy Council, Chairman Adam GlapiΕski indicated his preferred terminal rate for the National Bank of Poland at 3.50%, down from 4.00% discussed the previous month, leading to market expectations for a further decrease in the reference rate to around 3.25% later this year.
Billions on the table. Have banks started financing companies' big ambitions?
The article discusses banks' recent surge in providing large-scale financing to companies, exploring the reasons behind significant financial agreements and the increasing trend of consortium bank loans for enterprises.
Central Bank Leaders Defend the Fed Against Trump. Open Letter in Defense of Powell
Central bank leaders are rallying behind Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell in response to pressures from the Trump administration, emphasizing the importance of Federal Reserve independence.
Santander Bank Polska officially taken over by Erste Group
Santander Bank Polska has formally joined the Erste financial group, becoming its largest entity in terms of customers and representing its eighth market in Europe.
President of ING Bank ΕlΔ ski: Competition is returning to the market. Banks are fiercely fighting for customers
The president of ING Bank ΕlΔ ski discusses the challenges and opportunities for banks in 2026, highlighting factors like interest rate cuts and geopolitical risks.
Piotr Bujak, chief economist of PKO BP: An even healthier and more stable growth
Poland's surprising deep disinflation has brought inflation down to the National Bank's target of 2.5% YoY, leading to unexpected projections for wage growth and unit labor cost dynamics.
Inflation in December Still Down. New GUS Data
New data reveals that inflation in Poland has decreased to 2.5% in December, aligning with the National Bank of Poland's target range.
President of SGB Bank: A local bank can also be in your phone
The article discusses how local cooperative banks in Poland are adapting to modern technologies and the implications of CIT increases on their financial health while aiming to retain and grow their customer base.
Bank consortium with Bank Pekao accelerates Polish energy sector
A consortium of Polish banks, including Bank Pekao, has finalized a historic project finance deal for the construction of two modern CCGT gas-steam units in the Kozienice Power Plant with a total power capacity of 1336 MWe.