Czech purchasing power drops for the first time in four years
On average, Czechs can afford less than last year, their purchasing power falling mainly due to the weakening crown against the euro.
From sweets to sofas: Trump’s tariff plan may hike prices on popular imports in Czechia
The next US president's promise of a slapping a universal tariff on all EU imports would, most likely, push up consumer prices in Czechia.
Czechia facing tech talent crunch amid STEM education gap
A recent survey found that a staggering 63 percent of companies in IT and business services report a lack of skilled talent.
Pension reform passes: What does it mean for your retirement age and payments?
Among a host of approved changes to the country's law is a de facto increase in the retirement age for people born after 1965.
Czech sports app acquires Spanish rival to boost dominance on world market
Livesport, which is the globe's most popular sports-information app, has acquired a company that caters to Spanish and French speakers.
Senior Czech minister says Czechia must 'decide on euro' next year
There is disharmony among coalition leaders, the president, and economists over whether the single currency is good news for Czechia's economy.
Prague rents are now higher than Brussels—and climbing
The Czech capital's rents have risen in quarterly terms—the cost of a studio or shared apartment is now similar to (or costlier than) western EU states.
Czech crown drops against dollar amid Trump’s lead in US presidential race
The crown dropped 35 halers since Tuesday, trading at CZK 23.60 per dollar Wednesday morning, marking one of the steepest global currency declines.
More and more companies in Czechia are telling employees to return to the office
Although workers—especially younger generations—prioritize home-office roles while job hunting, more companies prefer workers to be physically present.
November 2024: Everything you need to know this month in Czechia
Put seasonal feasts and holiday markets, new EU travel rules, car-tire updates, and more are on your to-do list this month.
Cashless payments in Czechia to see breakthrough after new Apple feature
Apple's Tap to Pay software, which allows sellers to accept cashless transactions without a payment terminal, has just arrived in Czechia.
A Trump win would significantly weaken the Czech crown, analysts say
The past two months have seen a significant faltering of the Czech crown against the US dollar, and the national currency may also wane against the euro.
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German manufacturing woes: What could happen to Czechia’s economy and jobs?
Much of Czechia's economy gets its strength from production and exports in the automotive industry—could this now change?
Czechia's PPF Group completes major deal with Dubai-based telecomms player
The e& company, which has a huge presence in the Arab world, will become the majority owner of PPF's telecommunications firms across Europe.
How much will you pay for November feasts in Czechia this year?
Two significant festive days are coming up in the next month—but how much might you pay for meaty items, basic ingredients, and vegetables?
Average price for new Prague apartments breaks new record
Amid a doubling in the amount of new-build apartments being sold in the capital in the last 12 months, prices have risen by over 5 percent.