In the past week 23-29.03.2026, experts from Wrocław University of Economics and Business addressed tax policy, cost-of-living pressures and critical raw materials. They also contributed to debates on public services, demographic trends and the welfare state, alongside new research and publication updates.
Fuel margins under scrutiny
WUEB Exert –dr Iwo Augustyński
A commentary on the scope and limits of reducing fuel margins, and how such measures may affect market dynamics and consumer prices.
https://polskieradio24.pl/artykul/3664011,co-z-obnizka-marz-na-paliwa-ekonomisci-tlumacza
Businesses shift towards simpler taxation
WUEB Expert – dr Dominika Florek-Sapkowska
An analysis of the growing uptake of lump-sum taxation and why firms are reassessing the cost-effectiveness of different tax regimes.
Pregnancy care: public framework, private costs
WUEB Expert – dr Aleksander Ostapiuk
A discussion of the costs associated with pregnancy care and childbirth, highlighting out-of-pocket expenses incurred despite a public healthcare system.
https://tvn24.pl/zdrowie/ile-kosztuje-prowadzenie-ciazy-i-prywatny-porod-st8952861
Rare earths and Europe’s position
WUEB Expert – dr hab. Przemysław Skulski, prof. UEW
A commentary on critical raw materials and the role of rare earths in economic security, set against global competition and supply chain dependencies.
https://www.tygodnikpowszechny.pl/metale-ziem-rzadkich-w-tym-wyscigu-europa-przegrywa-193145
Rare earths and new global dependencies
WUEB Expert – dr hab. Przemysław Skulski, prof. UEW
An article in Polska Zbrojna examining rare earths as a factor shaping economic and political security, with a focus on emerging geopolitical risks.
Social Benefit Morale: The State Provides, Society Judges. What Poles Really Think About the Welfare Functions of the State
WUEB Experts – dr Łukasz Jurek, dr Krystyna Gilga, dr Stanisław Kamiński, dr hab. prof. UEW Joanna Szczepaniak-Sienniak oraz dr Paweł Żuk
Announcement of the monograph Benefit Morale: Social Attitudes to the Welfare State in Poland, to be published by Routledge on 9 June 2026.
Tax reliefs in practice
WUEB Expert – dr Dominika Florek-Sapkowska
An overview of Ministry of Finance data on the most frequently used tax reliefs, indicating where taxpayers see the greatest financial benefits.
KSeF and the complexity of invoice dates
WUEB Expert – dr Dominika Florek-Sapkowska
An explanation of how different invoice dates (issue, receipt, recognition) under KSeF may affect VAT settlements and accounting records.
VAT and excise cuts on fuel
WUEB Expert – dr Dominika Florek-Sapkowska
A commentary on the effects of lowering VAT and excise duties on fuel, including benefits for drivers and implications for businesses.
Career barriers and social context
WUEB Expert – prof. dr hab. Katarzyna Piwowar-Sulej
An interview on structural barriers in careers, focusing on how social and household factors influence labour market outcomes.
Economic implications of conflict in the Middle East
WUEB Expert – dr Marcin Brol
A commentary on the economic and social consequences of the conflict in the Middle East.
Young Scientists’ Council – new term begins
WUEB Expert – dr Milena Kowalska
A summary of the inaugural meeting of the 9th term of the Young Scientists’ Council, outlining its composition and the role of WUEB representation in advisory work on science policy.
19th ACC Young Scientists 2026
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Information on an international conference for early-career researchers working in accounting, finance and control. The event provides a platform to present research, discuss current challenges and build academic collaboration.
The past week highlights the breadth of engagement by WUEB experts — from taxes and KSeF to fuel markets, service costs, critical raw materials, welfare attitudes, and participation in scientific advisory bodies.
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