The general business climate indicator for manufacturing in Poland improved to -5.1 in August 2026 from -5.3 in July, marking the highest reading since May, though it remained below its long-term average of +0.4. Among sectors, sentiment strengthened in financial and insurance activities (28.0 vs. 27.4 in July), transportation and storage (1.1 vs. -0.2), and construction (-0.1 vs. -0.3). Meanwhile, confidence weakened in accommodation and food service activities (7.0 vs. 21.2) and retail trade (0.9 vs. 1.4). Business conditions were unchanged in wholesale trade (2.6) and information and communication (9.9).