Between 18 and 24 May 2026, experts from Wroclaw University of Economics and Business addressed issues that shape financial, tax, urban and economic decisions. Their media comments and research activities covered investment, crypto-assets, health insurance contributions, urban demography, zero-emission logistics, nuclear energy, innovation, One Health and the social economy.
Finance from the ground up. A debate on ETFs at the PWr Student Culture Zone
WUEB expert: dr hab. Aleksander Mercik, Associate Professor at WUEB
Dr hab. Aleksander Mercik, Associate Professor at WUEB, took part in the debate “ETFs in a student portfolio” at the Student Culture Zone of Wroclaw University of Science and Technology. The meeting focused on investment basics, ETF funds, risk, diversification and financial decisions made by beginner investors. Radio LUZ presented the debate as a conversation intended to break ETF funds down into their core elements and show that investment requires knowledge, but does not have to remain a language reserved for a narrow group of specialists.
https://radioluz.pl/finanse-od-podstaw-debata-o-funduszach-etf-w-strefie-kultury-studenckiej-pwr/
Different points of hearing: Billions in Poles’ accounts. Why do we let inflation eat away at our wealth?
WUEB expert: dr Michał Kisiel
Dr Michał Kisiel from the Department of Finance at WUEB was one of the guests on Radio Wrocław’s programme “Different points of hearing”, devoted to savings held in bank accounts. The starting point was information about the record level of household deposits in banks and the question of why some savings lose real value under inflation. Radio Wrocław reported that household deposits had reached PLN 1.47 trillion as of February 2026. Dr Michał Kisiel from WUEB was among the invited experts.
“The world is full of people waiting for a correction”. Crypto strategies / Crypto-assets in a 2026 portfolio: good investment or financial gambling?
WUEB expert: dr hab. Aleksander Mercik, Associate Professor at WUEB
Professor Aleksander Mercik commented on the crypto-asset market. In an interview for Bankier.pl, he explained DCA and HODL strategies: regular asset purchases over time and a “buy and hold” approach. The central issue was risk management: reducing emotional decisions, understanding volatility and avoiding belief in the perfect moment to enter the market.
Entrepreneurs must settle their health insurance contribution. This year’s rules differ from last year’s
WUEB expert: dr Dominika Florek-Sapkowska
Dr Dominika Florek-Sapkowska described the annual settlement of the health insurance contribution for 2025 in Bankier.pl. The article clarifies a topic directly relevant to entrepreneurs: deadlines, the settlement obligation, a possible additional payment or overpayment refund, and a change concerning the sale of fixed assets. Bankier.pl noted that, for 2025, income from the sale of fixed assets was, as a rule, excluded from the health insurance contribution base for the first time.
Up to PLN 5,000 for a business account. Banks launch major promotions for entrepreneurs
WUEB expert: dr Dominika Florek-Sapkowska
In another article, dr Dominika Florek-Sapkowska analysed business account promotions. The text shows how banks try to attract entrepreneurs through bonuses for active account use, card payments, transfers to the Social Insurance Institution, payment terminals or leasing. Bankier.pl reported that, in May 2026, some offers allowed clients to receive bonuses of up to PLN 5,000, provided they met specific activity requirements.
Our economy has more strengths than weaknesses
WUEB expert: prof. dr hab. Krzysztof Jajuga
Prof. dr hab. Krzysztof Jajuga spoke to the monthly magazine “BANK” about the strengths and weaknesses of the Polish economy. He pointed to the role of economic diversification, integration with the European Union and the quality of human capital. He also identified barriers: low private investment, regulatory instability, demography, energy costs and growing fiscal risks. This is the perspective of an expert who looks at the economy through risk, resilience and long-term development conditions.
https://bank.pl/nasza-gospodarka-ma-wiecej-silnych-stron-niz-slabych/
Professor Krzysztof Jajuga receives an honorary doctorate from the University of Radom
WUEB expert: prof. dr hab. Krzysztof Jajuga
Prof. dr hab. Krzysztof Jajuga has received an honorary doctorate from Kazimierz Pułaski University of Radom. The distinction recognises the significance of his academic, organisational and expert contribution to Polish economics, finance, statistics and risk management. WUEB’s profile confirms Professor Jajuga’s affiliation and role as a member of the Department of Financial Investments and Risk Management.
https://forumakademickie.pl/prof-krzysztof-jajuga-doktorem-honoris-causa-uniwersytetu-radomskiego/
Wrocław residents are moving out of the city centre. Which district has gained the most inhabitants? The data are in
WUEB expert: dr inż. Anita Makowska
Dr inż. Anita Makowska commented for Radio Wrocław on demographic changes in Wrocław’s districts. The material showed that, in recent years, the number of residents has increased in areas including Jagodno, Maślice, Krzyki-Partynice and Leśnica, while parts of the city closer to the centre have recorded declines. The WUEB expert pointed to property prices, the need for larger living space, and the role of infrastructure and access to the city centre.
Polish Radio 4: What best promotes Poland abroad?
WUEB expert: dr hab. Barbara Mróz-Gorgoń, Associate Professor at WUEB
Dr hab. Barbara Mróz-Gorgoń, Associate Professor at WUEB, appeared on Polish Radio 4 in a programme devoted to what best promotes Poland abroad today. The topic covers country branding, communication, culture, sport and international image. WUEB’s profile confirms that Professor Barbara Mróz-Gorgoń is an expert in marketing, development strategy, public relations and branding.
Wrocław joins an international zero-emission last-mile delivery project / Wrocław tests zero-emission vehicles. Is this the beginning of a clean transport zone?
WUEB / project involving Wrocław
Wrocław is taking part in the international SHIFT2ZERO project, funded by Horizon Europe, which focuses on zero-emission last-mile delivery. The project includes the development and testing of light electric delivery vehicles and solutions for urban logistics. According to wroclaw.pl, the project is led by Fundació Eurecat and involves 30 partners from 10 countries. Wrocław received EUR 85,000 in funding. The total project budget is almost EUR 10 million. In the WUEB context, another relevant element is Poland’s first shared microhub, operating since June 2025 and developed in partnership between Wroclaw University of Economics and Business, the City of Wrocław and courier companies.
Wrocław universities for One Health. WUEB signs the agreement
WUEB as a signatory to the agreement
Wroclaw University of Economics and Business has signed a cooperation agreement under the One Health concept, together with Wroclaw Medical University, Wrocław University of Environmental and Life Sciences, and the Wrocław University of Health and Sport Sciences. The agreement covers research, education, impact on the external environment and sustainable use of resources. WUEB contributes knowledge in management, socio-economic analysis, public policy and health economics.
https://badania.uew.pl/wroclawskie-uczelnie-dla-one-health-uew-sygnatariuszem-porozumienia/
WUEB research in the European debate. Dr Stanisław Kamiński, Associate Professor at WUEB, comments for Euronews on the role of the social economy
WUEB expert: dr Stanisław Kamiński, Associate Professor at WUEB
Dr Stanisław Kamiński, Associate Professor at WUEB, commented for Euronews on the role of the social economy, using the example of the Arte cooperative in Bielawa. The article on badania.uew.pl shows that his comment moves the subject from a single story of support to the level of mechanisms: the design of institutions that enable excluded people to return to work, regain agency and become more independent.
Scientific seminar “Economic and legal competences in the nuclear energy sector”. Launch of the 4NEW project at the University of Economics in Katowice
WUEB expert: dr hab. Magdalena Ligus, Associate Professor at WUEB
Dr hab. Magdalena Ligus, Associate Professor at WUEB, took part in the scientific seminar “Economic and legal competences in the nuclear energy sector”, which inaugurated the 4NEW project at the University of Economics in Katowice. The event focused on developing staff competences for Poland’s nuclear sector. Participants included representatives of public institutions, universities, the energy sector, finance and business. Professor Magdalena Ligus represented Wroclaw University of Economics and Business.
Millions for research, few implementations. Where is the potential of Polish innovation lost?
WUEB expert: dr hab. Piotr Bednarek, Associate Professor at WUEB
Dr hab. Piotr Bednarek, Associate Professor at WUEB and Vice-Rector for Finance, was mentioned in a PULS HR article on the gap between research funding and implementation. The article’s title — “Millions for research, few implementations. Where is the potential of Polish innovation lost?” — captures a problem relevant to an economics university: how research results, public funding and the potential of academic teams can be translated into solutions useful for the economy and institutions. The PULS HR source requires further verification of the full text, as the page did not open correctly in preview. WUEB’s profile confirms Professor Piotr Bednarek’s position and affiliation.
The past week shows WUEB expertise working across several areas at once. It helps audiences make everyday decisions: how to understand inflation, tax, health insurance contributions, business accounts and investment risk. It also brings academic knowledge into debates on longer-term issues: the city, demography, logistics, nuclear energy, public health, the social economy and the implementation of innovation.
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Author of text: Barbara Grzelczak
See also
WUEB Experts Weekly Review: Research, Projects and Academic Successes (25-31 May 2026)
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