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Windfall tax could cost Poland's Orlen $1.6 billion, says assets minister

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Posted on May 22, 2026

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· Last updated: May 22, 2026

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Poland's Windfall Tax May Cost Refiner Orlen $1.6 Billion, Minister Reveals

Overview of Poland's Proposed Windfall Tax

Potential Financial Impact on Orlen

WARSAW, May 22 (Reuters) - The windfall tax Poland is currently working on could cost refiner Orlen around 6 billion zlotys ($1.64 billion), Polish State Assets Minister Wojciech Balczun told Radio Zet on Friday.

Minister's Statement on Tax Timeline

"Final work is currently underway on the windfall tax... It should be completed in the second quarter," he said. "We assume that such a tax... from Orlen's perspective could mean roughly 6 billion zlotys," he said.

Currency Exchange Rate

($1 = 3.6553 zlotys)

Reporting Credits

(Reporting by Anna Koper; Editing by)

Key Takeaways

  • The windfall tax targets excess profits from fuel production or import between March and December 2026; the draft legislation is expected to be finalized in Q2 2026 (bankier.pl)
  • Analyst Michał Kozak estimates the tax burden for Orlen at 6 billion zł, while Unimot could face between 60–200 million zł, reflecting broad sector impact (bankier.pl)
  • Announcement of the tax prompted a sharp drop in Orlen’s share price (around 5–6%), highlighting market concern over regulatory risks (gospodarka.sos.pl)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much could Orlen pay due to Poland’s windfall tax?
Orlen may pay around 6 billion zlotys ($1.64 billion) if the windfall tax is imposed.
Who announced the potential cost of the windfall tax for Orlen?
Polish State Assets Minister Wojciech Balczun discussed the tax’s possible cost for Orlen.
When will the final decision on the windfall tax be made?
Final work on the windfall tax should be completed in the second quarter.
What is the current exchange rate of zloty to dollar mentioned in the article?
1 US dollar equals 3.6553 zlotys according to the article.

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