Vol. 12 No. 2 (2026)

Against the backdrop of a wide range of theoretical models and a rich empirical toolkit, it is easy to lose sight of the fact that economics is, at its core, a social science concerned with human decision-making. The invited perspective and articles included in this issue of Economics and Business Review remind us that economic phenomena are ultimately rooted in the choices made by policymakers, business leaders, and other economic agents. By examining these decisions and their consequences, the current issue provides diverse and valuable insights into the mechanisms shaping contemporary economies across diverse geographical settings and areas of economic activity, while also offering important implications for policymakers. (Monika Banaszewska, Konrad Sobański)