Tariffs, turmoil, and the euro: Czechia rethinks its economic future
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Industry leaders, companies, and politicians are uniform in their disagreement with recent US tariffs while the cabinet casts its eye to the euro.
A large suburban home or Prague apartment: Which gets you a better deal today?
Spiraling housing costs in Czechia's capital paired with high demand are shifting the real estate market, prompting many to consider relocating.
'Ghost jobs' in Czechia: What they are and how to spot them
Job postings that don't even exist are becoming increasingly problematic, wasting people's time and fueling disenchantment with the labor market.
Prague ranks among Europe’s cheapest dining spots—unless you’re local
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Visitors to the capital enjoy low restaurant prices, but Czechia's relatively poor purchasing power parity means that this may not be the case for locals.
Employees versus contractors in Czechia: Who gets the better deal?
We offer a comprehensive overview of Czechia's different work contracts, which each have different effects on job security, taxes, and rights.
Investing in Czechia: Why risk management is simply essential
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In part three of this five-part series, Prague-based investor James Pearcy-Caldwell offers lessons, cautionary tales, and strategies for smarter investing.
The EU's new AI law comes into force: What does it mean for Czechia?
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Large companies will now face high financial penalties for misusing AI, but some experts warn that the EU is hindering innovation and investment.
How new US tariffs could deal a major blow to Czechia’s economy
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A large automotive sector and supply-chain disruptions mean that Czechia is particularly vulnerable to car-related tariffs from abroad.
Investing in Czechia: The importance of strategy over emotions
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In part two of this five-part series, Prague-based investor James Pearcy-Caldwell offers lessons, cautionary tales, and strategies for smarter investing.
EXPLAINED: Why Czechia is backtracking on its plans to limit Airbnb
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The party that had suggested the idea is no longer in government, and many politicians believe the new regulation would breach data privacy.
Czech companies are offering unlimited vacation: Is this the future of work?
Large firms have begun trialing the idea, citing improved employee retention, but some experts question fairness and impacts on productivity.
'Women often don’t know how to ask for higher wages': Czechia's pay gap problem persists
Czech women rank 23rd in labor market equality, a position that's deteriorated in recent years, says the Business & Professional Women organization.
36 years ago today, Czechia said goodbye to the six-day workweek
During the communist period, workdays for most employees in Czechoslovakia were uniformly eight hours long from Monday through Saturday.
Czechia's most expensive street welcomes five new luxury brands
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Other planned developments in the area, including a new hotel, will add more high-end stores to the street.
Your Czech salary is growing: How much could it rise in the next year?
Partly due to lower inflation, real wages have risen at their fastest rate in the last two years, but different sectors have seen varying levels of growth.
Czech steel industry on shaky foundations after US tariffs
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Czech steel companies, which contribute substantially to the country's economy, are calling on the EU to implement protective measures.
Prague is fighting tourist prices with grocery discounts for locals
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In a bid to ease the burden of overpriced, tourist-oriented stores, Prague 1 has allowed residents to save money at selected Žabka shops in the district.
