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PKO BP stock forecast: POLSTR mortgages, KNF penalties

PKO Bank Polski introduced POLSTR 1M-linked mortgages from 3 September and is seeking reconsideration of five KNF penalties totalling 47.5m PLN. Explore third-party PKO price targets and technical analysis. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.
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PKO Bank Polski SA (PKO) traded at 119.60 PLN at 08:34 UTC on 16 September 2026, within Capital.com’s 118.40 PLN–120.60 PLN intraday range. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.

Recent news includes PKO Bank Polski’s introduction of mortgage lending linked to the POLSTR 1M compounded rate from 3 September, alongside planned changes to corporate-banking commissions and fees from 1 October (PKO Bank Polski, 31 August 2026). Regulatory developments also remain relevant after Poland’s Financial Supervision Authority, KNF, imposed five penalties totalling 47.5 million PLN in a decision dated 5 August, which the bank has asked the regulator to reconsider (Parkiet, 26 August 2026).

Third-party PKO outlook: POLSTR mortgages, KNF penalties

As of 16 September 2026, third-party PKO BP stock predictions range from 95.95 PLN to 131.25 PLN. They reflect different assumptions and methodologies rather than indicating where the share price will move.

Barclays (individual broker target)

Barclays maintains a Hold rating and a 101 PLN price target for PKO Bank Polski in a report. The target sits below the available consensus averages, with the broker leaving its rating unchanged (The Globe and Mail, 15 August 2026).

Fintel (aggregated one-year target)

Fintel places the average one-year target at 114.18 PLN in its 1 September 2026 capture, with individual estimates ranging from 95.95 PLN–131.25 PLN. The aggregate rose from 101.44 PLN on 1 August (Fintel, 1 September 2026).

The Globe and Mail (market consensus)

The Globe and Mail cites a Moderate Buy consensus and a 114.67 PLN average price target in its 9 September 2026 report. The cited report does not specify the underlying target range (The Globe and Mail, 9 September 2026).

TipRanks (high-end estimate range)

TipRanks identifies 131.25 PLN as the highest individual target in its 1 September one-year range, compared with 95.95 PLN at the lower end (TipRanks, 1 September 2026).

Predictions and third-party forecasts are inherently uncertain, as they cannot fully account for unexpected market developments. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.

PKO Bank Polski earnings: latest results and next report

PKO Bank Polski released its first-half 2026 results on 13 August. Consolidated net profit reached 5.29bn PLN, including 0.70bn PLN of provisions related to legal risk from Swiss-franc loans. Return on equity was 18.4%, the Tier 1 capital ratio stood at 15.53%, the cost-to-income ratio was 31.6% and cost of risk was 30 basis points (MarketScreener, 13 August 2026).

Financing provided to households and businesses rose 13.9% year on year, while net fee and commission income increased 10.1%. The bank also reported stable net interest income, supported by volume growth (Yahoo Finance, 15 August 2026).

The next scheduled earnings release for third-quarter 2026 results is expected on15 November. It is expected to update investors on earnings, lending, deposits, net interest income, fees, costs, credit risk and Swiss-franc legal provisions. As of 16 September, no third-quarter figures had been published (Investing.com, accessed 16 September 2026).

PKO BP stock price: technical overview

At 08:34 UTC on 16 September 2026, the PKO stock price traded at 119.60 PLN, within Capital.com’s 118.40 PLN–120.60 PLN session range. The price sat above its 20-, 50-, 100- and 200-day simple moving averages at around 116, 112, 107 and 98 PLN respectively. The 20-day average remained above the 50-day average, while the nine-day Hull moving average stood at 120.72 PLN.

Momentum readings were mixed. The 14-day relative strength index stood at 65.46, below the 70 level often associated with overbought conditions, while the average directional index was 23.99, just below the 25 level often used to indicate an established trend. Stochastic %K was 85.10, Williams %R −19.33 and MACD 2.44.

PKO traded above the classic R1 pivot at 118.45 PLN, with R2 at 122.93 PLN as the next higher reference. Below the quoted price, the central pivot stood at 112.17 PLN, followed by S1 at 107.69 PLN and the 100-day simple moving average near 107 PLN. These are technical reference levels rather than indications of future price direction (TradingView, 16 September 2026).

This technical analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice or a recommendation to buy or sell any instrument.

PKO share price history (2024–2026)

PKO’s stock price began the two-year period at 56.34 PLN on 17 September 2024. The share price later fell to 52.32 PLN on 19 November before reaching 61.86 PLN on 9 December and closing the year at 59.76 PLN.

The stock started 2025 near 60 PLN and climbed to 82.50 PLN by 31 July. It then fell to 70.60 PLN on 16 September before recovering to end the year at 85.40 PLN, up 42.9% from the 2024 year-end close.

PKO rose further in 2026, reaching 96.84 PLN on 5 February before retreating to 84.92 PLN on 6 March. It moved above 100 PLN in June, while the supplied daily data recorded 119.74 PLN on 16 September after an intraday high of 121.36 PLN on 14 September. That was around 40.2% above the 85.40 PLN level recorded on 30 December 2025 and 100.4% above the 59.76 PLN close on 30 December 2024.

Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Share prices are indicative and may differ from live market prices.

PKO BP (PKO): Capital.com analyst view

PKO Bank Polski traded at 119.60 PLN at 08:34 UTC on 16 September 2026, after rising from 85.40 PLN at the end of 2025 and reaching an intraday high of 121.36 PLN on 14 September.

First-half net profit totalled 5.29bn PLN, while financing volumes increased 13.9% year on year and fee and commission income rose 10.1%. Stronger lending, fee growth or resilient margins could support earnings expectations, while weaker spreads, higher costs or slower loan growth could weigh on them.

Interest rates continue to play a role. The National Bank of Poland held its reference rate at 3.75% in September. Stable rates may provide greater visibility over lending and deposit pricing, while lower market rates than a year earlier can pressure net interest margins. PKO’s first-half net interest margin was 4.35%, compared with 4.94% a year earlier.

Credit quality and legal costs may also influence earnings in either direction. Lower provisions or improving loan performance may support profitability, while higher credit costs, sector taxes or legal-risk charges could weigh on it. PKO recorded 0.70bn PLN of Swiss-franc legal-risk provisions in the first half. Broader Polish equity-market conditions and changes in risk sentiment may also affect the share price (National Bank of Poland, accessed 16 September 2026).

CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.

Summary – PKO BP 2026

Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.

FAQ

Who owns the most PKO BP stock?

The article does not identify PKO Bank Polski’s largest shareholder, as its focus is on price performance, analyst forecasts, earnings and recent company developments. Ownership can also change as investors adjust their holdings. For the latest position, readers would need to check PKO Bank Polski’s current shareholder disclosures or regulatory filings rather than infer ownership from analyst coverage, voting activity or recent share-price movements.

What is the five-year PKO BP share price forecast?

There is no reliable five-year PKO stock forecast in the third-party data covered here. The available analyst estimates are shorter term, with targets ranging from 95.95 PLN–131.25 PLN and reported averages of 114.10 PLN–114.67 PLN. A five-year outlook would involve greater uncertainty because interest rates, lending growth, margins, credit quality, legal provisions, regulation and wider Polish market conditions can all change over time.

Is PKO BP a good stock to buy?

Whether PKO Bank Polski is a good stock to buy depends on individual objectives, risk tolerance and expectations for the bank’s future performance. First-half results showed higher financing volumes and fee income, while the bank remained profitable. However, lower net interest margins, Swiss-franc legal provisions, sector taxes and changing interest rates may affect earnings. Third-party analyst targets provide context, but they are not recommendations or guarantees of future returns.

Could PKO BP stock go up or down?

PKO Bank Polski’s share price could move in either direction as expectations around earnings, interest rates and credit conditions change. Stronger lending, fee income, resilient margins or lower provisions could support expectations and potentially the share price. Weaker spreads, higher credit costs, legal charges or softer loan growth could weigh on them instead. Broader Polish equity-market conditions, National Bank of Poland policy and changes in risk sentiment may also influence the stock.

Should I invest in PKO BP stock?

Whether to invest in PKO Bank Polski depends on your financial circumstances, objectives and tolerance for risk. Relevant factors include loan growth, fee income, net interest margins, credit quality, legal provisions and Polish monetary policy. Investors may also consider how current valuations compare with their own expectations for future earnings. The analyst targets discussed in this article are third-party estimates, not guaranteed outcomes, and this information does not constitute financial advice.

Can I trade PKO BP CFDs on Capital.com?

Yes, you can trade PKO BP CFDs on Capital.com. Trading share CFDs lets you speculate on price movements without owning the underlying asset and to take long or short positions. However, contracts for difference (CFDs) are traded on margin, and leverage amplifies both profits and losses. You should ensure you understand how CFD trading works, assess your risk tolerance, and recognise that losses can occur quickly.

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