Early-year slowdown, but Poland still poised for robust 3.4% growth in 2026
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CENTRAL AND EASTERN EUROPE: Poland’s economic growth slowed to 3.5% YoY in the first quarter, from 4.1% YoY in the final months of 2025. Private consumption eased amid weaker wage growth, while investment was hit by harsh weather disrupting construction. We expect investment to p
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Investment lifts Polish second-quarter growth despite consumption slowdown
The Polish economy shows resilience with a surprising boost in Q2 GDP growth driven by strong investment despite a slowdown in consumer spending. Per the full note [source], Poland's GDP grew to approximately 3.8% YoY in the second quarter, up from 3.5% YoY in Q1. This uptick has been underpinned by buoyant sales in durable goods, with June retail sales expanding by 6.2% YoY. With no immediate calendar triggers for potential volatility, traders should gauge the longevity of this growth amidst tightening global monetary conditions.