The benchmark index, which tracks the 20 biggest firms on the Warsaw Stock Exchange, closed at 2,949.94, capping a strong upward trend that has seen year-to-date gains of over 34%. <br><br> Analysts attribute the rise to robust earnings reports, easing inflation, and growing foreign interest in Polish equities.<br><br> The WIG20’s performance stands out amid broader European market volatility, with sectors like banking and energy contributing to the rise.