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Market commentary
Poland's Central Bank Freezes Interest Rates in September. What It Means for You
Poland's Monetary Policy Council kept interest rates unchanged in September, despite earlier signals of a cut. Here's what it means for loans and savings.
Guide
How to Make Your First Bank Transfer
A step-by-step guide to making a regular bank transfer in your banking app, from entering the account number to confirming with an SMS code, so you don't get lost.
Market commentary
KNF's Final Fine on XTB: What It Means for Your Money
Poland's financial regulator KNF upheld a 20 million zloty fine on broker XTB. Here's why it matters, and what it teaches about choosing safe, regulated financial products.
Guide
How to Order a Virtual Card in Your Banking App
A step-by-step guide to ordering a virtual card in your banking app - no branch visit, no waiting for the post. Simple instructions for anyone using mobile banking for the first time.
Market commentary
NBP Wants Banks Legally Bound to Guarantee Cash Access
Poland's central bank NBP proposes a law forcing banks to guarantee cash access. See why, and what to check before choosing a personal account.
Guide
How to Turn On Round-Up Savings in Your Banking App
A simple, step-by-step guide to turning on round-up savings in your banking app, so card payments are rounded up and the change goes straight into your savings automatically.
Market commentary
Poland's Inflation Accelerates to 3.4%: What It Means for Your Savings and Loan
GUS: Poland's inflation accelerated to 3.4% YoY in August, a 14-month high. See how rising fuel and energy prices affect your savings, deposits and loan payments, and what the RPP may do next.
Guide
How to Add a Card to Apple Pay on Your iPhone
A simple, step-by-step explanation of how to add a payment card to Apple Pay on your iPhone. Plain and simple, with tips for when something goes wrong.
Market commentary
NBP Rate Instead of WIBOR in Mortgages? Poland's Ministry Asks ECB
Poland's Ministry of Finance has asked the NBP and ECB whether mortgage rates could be based on the central bank's reference rate instead of WIBOR. Here's what that could mean for your loan payment.
Guide
How to Check the Exchange Rate in Your Banking App
Learn how to check the current buy and sell exchange rate for a currency, like the euro or dollar, in your banking app in a few simple steps - right from home.
Market commentary
PKO Bank Polski Enters Portfolio Management: What It Means for Savers
PKO Bank Polski won regulatory approval to launch a portfolio management service. Here's what the move signals about deposit rates and how to protect your savings.
Guide
How to Log Into Your Banking App With Your Fingerprint
A step-by-step guide to turning on fingerprint or Face ID login in your banking app, so you don't need to type your password every time. Simple and safe.
Market commentary
KNF Fines PKO BP Over Structured Deposits: What It Means for You
KNF fined PKO BP PLN 47.5 million over irregularities in selling structured deposits. Find out what it means for your savings and how to pick a safe product instead.
Guide
How to Turn On Transaction Notifications in Your Banking App
A simple step-by-step guide to turning on SMS and push notifications for every card payment and transfer in your banking app. Plain explanations - learn how to spot an unauthorized transaction quickly and protect your money.
Market commentary
Poland's GDP growth accelerates to 3.8% - what it means for your money
Poland's GUS reported 3.8% y/y GDP growth for Q2 2026. Here's what the acceleration means for deposit rates, savings, and your loan installment.
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