Rohlik founder launches investment group for companies that reject status quo
TCF Capital will operate internationally and focus on firms in e-commerce, FMCG, and logistics.
News in brief for June 27: Petr Pavel – 'I regret ignorance during communist period'
Over 20 percent of employees plan pay-rise request, large military donations from Czechia to Ukraine, and other headlines to keep you up to speed.
Why investing in startups could be the key to success during an economic downturn
When potentially profitable projects arise, it is better to approach them when the market cools down, describes Petr Šíma, partner at DEPO Ventures.
Czechia ranks next to last in Europe in the Global Gender Gap Index
The country fell 25 spots compared to the previous ranking, with women losing ground in political empowerment and economic representation.
Czech National Bank maintains interest rate at 7 percent
Analysts expect the central bank to marginally reduce the rate until the end of 2023 due to lower inflation.
News in brief for June 16: Czechia 'not doing enough' to tackle political corruption, EU report says
EU inflation slows, a special mushroom map released, President Pavel largely trusted, and more in our daily news feed.
Czech government to ask European Commission for CZK 137 billion loan
Part of the country's National Recovery Plan, the loan and other EU grants aim to bolster Czechia's economy.
News in brief for June 14: President Pavel urges collaboration at European Values Summit 2023
The top headlines for the Czech Republic on Wednesday, June 14, 2023, updated throughout the day to keep you up to speed.
News in brief for June 12: Tropical temps to hit Czechia this weekend after cooling spell
The top headlines for the Czech Republic on Monday, June 12, 2023, updated throughout the day to keep you up to speed.
Czech salaries are growing, but still lag far behind Germany and Austria
The Czech Republic leads the Visegrád Group in average wages, according to a new study by Mazars, but trails its neighbors to the west.
Czech retail sales fall for 12th consecutive month as spending declines
A sharp fall in real wages, still-high inflation, and reduced disposable income have all curtailed Czechs' spending power.
Czech National Bank removes major obstacle in acquiring a mortgage
The move follows in the footsteps of a devastating year for the Czech real estate market due to plummeting sales.
For Mercedes-Benz, luxury and sustainability go hand in hand
The German inventor of the automobile and pioneer is focused on crafting a sustainable offer defined by a luxury driving experience.
Average Czech wage takes a hit with 6.7 percent real-term decline
Prices again rose faster than wages, meaning that people have effectively seen a drop in their purchasing power.
News in brief for June 5: Car sales perform strongly in first five months of 2023
The top headlines for the Czech Republic on Monday, June 5, 2023, updated throughout the day to keep you up to speed.
News in brief for June 2: Czech healthcare workers announce strike alert
The top headlines for the Czech Republic on Friday, June 2, 2023, updated throughout the day to keep you up to speed.
WEEKLY QUIZ: Trailblazing Czech women – can you name these influential figures?
Forbes CZ has just published its expansive list of Czechia's most influential women who come from all walks of life – how many do you know?