Orlen reports soaring profits

Orlen Group posted a net profit of PLN 4.3 billion in Q1 2025, up 54.5% year-on-year, despite a 10.7% drop in revenue to PLN 73.5 billion. The EBITDA LIFO result rose 40.2% to PLN 11.6 billion, surpassing analyst forecasts. Gains came from stronger results in energy and consumer segments, and the absence of prior gas write-downs.