Orlen beats Q2 2026 forecasts – sparking political row between Tusk, Nawrocki and Obajtek

Orlen Group published its consolidated results for Q2 2026, clearly surpassing analyst expectations, boosted by favourable macroeconomic conditions and higher refinery margins linked to the Middle East crisis. The release triggered a sharp political row, with Prime Minister Tusk attacking President Nawrocki, while former CEO Daniel Obajtek accused the current management of "fleecing drivers."