The Biz Sheet: Weekly business news briefing for Czechia
A round-up of the top Czech and international business news, plus a look at the start-up scene, finance sector, and more.
Bill Gates acquires stakes in three Czech breweries via Heineken shares
The world’s sixth richest person now owns part of Europe’s second-largest brewing concern despite not being a beer fan.
The Daily Dozen: 12 things to know about Czechia today
Restitution claim rejected, celebrate Czech Groundhog Day, and more buzzworthy stories for Feb. 2, 2023.
More companies open in Czechia, but growth is slowing
Prague had both the highest number of new firms open and the most closures in the whole country, while real estate management was the most active sector.
Czech bedtimes stories app Readmio expands to international markets
Thanks to a CZK 25 million investment, the Czech-made app that helps bilingual families enjoy fairy tales together is going global.
Czech Hyundai plant increases production with electrified cars now at 40 percent
The second-largest carmaker in Czechia plans to invest in new technology this year.
Prosperity index: Czech quality of life ranks highest among CEE countries
The ranking takes into account the economy, research, personal finances, and other aspects in calculating the index.
Gender pay gap still conspicuous in Czechia
Women who have the same job title and function as men in the country get paid, on average, 12 percent less.
The Daily Dozen: 12 things to know about Czechia today
Tallest Czech-made Lego, tram outages, Johnny Depp, and other buzzworthy Czech headlines for Nov. 23, 2022.
The Daily Dozen: 12 things to know about Czechia today
News, tips, and Expats.cz top stories for Prague and the Czech Republic on Oct. 14, 2022.
Big firms in Czechia launch project seeking carbon neutrality
An innovation forum today will focus on the project's aims to cut emissions and protect the climate.
Euro weekly reveals its annual list of the richest Czechs and Slovaks
An heiress, a politician, and multiple media moguls dominate a new list of Czechia and Slovakia's wealthiest citizens.
Czech job sectors struggle to fill roles despite rising wages and benefits
New research reveals widespread staff shortages and warns that Czechia could lose its competitive edge to due to its economic migration policies.
Country Life to close three Prague branches of its health food shops
Branches of the bio and health food stores in Prague's New Town, Karlín, and Břevnov districts will close, citing rising costs.
Step up your swag: Why merch matters for companies in Czechia
Tech enterprises explain why corporate gift-giving is a powerful marketing tool – and share some of the latest trends in swag.
Leader talks: Aures Holdings CFO Vasant Mistry on the future of Czech car ownership
With inflation and chip shortages hitting the new car market, buying or leasing a used car is becoming an attractive alternative for many.
10 things German-speakers need to know about working and living in Czechia
We asked long-term Austrian and German expats living in the Czech Republic to share their tips and advice for life in 'Tschechien.'



