Cheaper abroad: Czechs increasingly crossing the border to buy basic items
High inflation has caused the prices of many products to become more expensive than in Poland, and even in typically pricier Austria and Germany.
Living costs remain high in Czechia, despite inflation slowdown
New data reveals that prices for some food staples, electricity, and package vacations in particular are higher than they were last year.
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 economy faces first-quarter decline as household consumption slows
The Czech economy is in a technical recession due to lower household spending, although analysts say improvement is on the horizon.
Czechia reports a big drop in inflation: What does it mean for consumer prices?
Many food prices dropped compared to April, and analysts expect inflation will continue to slow down for the rest of the year.
The Big Mac index reflects a stronger Czech crown
Still, McDonald’s increased the burger’s price twice last year, to reflect Czechia’s inflation and rising energy prices.
Can money buy love? Czechs spending more and more on Valentine’s Day
The average person in Czechia spends about CZK 900 on the romantic day, which has increased rapidly in popularity in the last decade.
Government approves energy price caps for large businesses
Starting in January, the same price caps introduced in the fall for households will apply to large companies.
NKÚ: Czech call and mobile data prices among the highest in Europe
A 2020 auction of radio frequencies did not result in increased competition or lower prices.
The Daily Dozen: 12 things to know about Czechia today
Back pain leads to nurse retirement, BankID adds new services, Czech manufacturer creates Kafka-inspired bike frame, and much more.
The Daily Dozen: 12 things to know about Czechia today
Uncovering a mass grave, sneakers salute the Velvet Revolution and more buzzworthy headlines for Nov. 16.
The Daily Dozen: 12 things to know about Czechia today
What's the buzz in Czechia today? Read about the upcoming elections, cost of living struggles, winter preparations, "black" passengers, and much more.
The Daily Dozen: 12 things to know about Czechia today
News, tips, and Expats.cz top stories for Prague and the Czech Republic on Nov. 4, 2022.
Czech government passes law to phase out 'fake discounts'
Merchants and retailers will now need to be more transparent about their discount offerings.
Czech consumer confidence at lowest level since records began
Data from the Czech Statistical Office shows a decline in several confidence indicators amid growing economic unease.
Breaking down the cost of school supplies in Czechia this year
-
Equipping a child for first grade will cost around CZK 6,500 this year as schools supplies become more expensive.
Tell us: How has inflation affected your financial health in Czechia?
While Czechia's inflation rate reached 17.5 percent in July, a sharp increase in prices has been marked by a drop in household consumption.
- Page 2 of 3
- < previous
- 1
- 2
- 3
- next >
