Articles in English
Obserwator Finansowy features views and analysis of economy in Poland and other countries, written by some of the best journalists, economists and analysts. Our mission is to share knowledge of economics and financial markets in the world.
Obserwator Finansowy is a project under aegis of the Poland’s central bank, Narodowy Bank Polski. We have published thousands of articles about the Polish and global economy. Our journalists have conducted hundreds of interviews with Nobel laureates, distinguished economists, business leaders and politicians with views across the political spectrum.
In this section you can find selected articles in English.
Good quality infrastructure
Good quality infrastructure means more safety, less burden for the environment, more efficient provision of public goods and services, better jobs. The decision on whether to invest in good or poor infrastructure determines...
Troubles with golden visas
Countries trying to attract investors have developed Citizenship by Investment Programs (CIP) and Golden Visa programs for foreign investors. These are programs under which states offer citizenship and passports to real...
Working from home — an emergency solution or a new standard?
Remote working was a sign of the age of universal internet and social media. In the USA, the number of people working remotely has increased by 159 per cent in the recent 15 years. However, no one expected that remote work...
Russia plans to “adapt” to climate change
In early January, the Russian government unveiled its plan to adapt the country’s economy and society to climate change. Although the rising global temperature is recognized as a threat, Moscow doesn’t shy away from...
A meat-free revolution not only on the plate
In 30 years, there will be 10 billion people on the Earth. This requires a massive increase in food supply, something that traditional meat production can no longer afford. So, the world is considering alternative solutions...
Climate threat more dangerous than cyber attacks
Extreme weather fluctuations, unresponsiveness to climate change, natural disasters, loss of biodiversity, environmental disasters caused by humans — experts from the Davos Economic Forum for the first time indicate the...
The benefits of new technologies for the world of finance
In light of the large numbers of new digital entities operating on the financial market, the scope and complexity of the regulatory sphere is increasing. Regulatory and supervisory institutions are starting to reach for...
Criminal waste
Three British waste disposal companies have been under investigation by the UK's Environment Agency (EA) for sending 1,000 tons of falsely labelled recyclable waste to Poland and there are likely many more cases to come.
How maritime navigation will change after new climate regulations
Over recent years, increasingly stringent rules have been introduced to reduce contamination of fuel used in maritime transport. These activities affect the global structure of trade in crude oil and can increase shipping...
Russian “anti-Apple” law
In December 2019 Russian President Vladimir Putin approved a law that prohibits sale of electronic devices that are not pre-configured with Russian software. Russia’s Federal Anti-Monopoly Service has now drawn up a...