Polish pensions and benefits will increase by 5.3% from March 1, 2026, according to a recent announcement from the Social Insurance Institution (ZUS). The increase will raise the minimum pension to 1,978.49 złoty gross.
The valuation, which affects both pensions and disability benefits, is based on the growth of average wages and consumer prices. ZUS President, Professor Gertruda Uścińska, stated that increased mortality rates during the epidemic period also influenced the calculation of pension amounts, according to reporting by Bankier.pl.
The increase impacts not only standard pensions but also special benefits available through ZUS. In the Małopolska region, the number of individuals eligible for these special payments has risen, as reported by Co w Krakowie.
Although the pension increase provides some relief for retirees, the automotive market is experiencing shifts. Despite increased sales, Tesla’s market share in Poland is declining, with Chinese manufacturers emerging as new leaders in the electric vehicle sector, according to Bankier.pl.
Separately, a planned reform to convert B2B contracts into standard employment agreements has been halted following internal disagreements within the government. Prime Minister Donald Tusk ordered the withdrawal of the project after a dispute, as reported by Wyborcza.biz.
