How much could govt. price caps save households and will it be enough?
The caps could mean savings of tens of thousands of crowns for households but the opposition says the measures don't go far enough.
The Daily Dozen: 12 things to know about Czechia today
News, tips, and Expats.cz top stories for Prague and the Czech Republic on Sept. 8, 2022.
Goldman Sachs: Average EU energy bills could reach CZK 12,300 a month
The investment bank says the impact of the current situation in Europe could be more severe than the 1970s oil crisis.
Real income in Czechia drops almost 10 percent due to inflation
The highest average wage is in Prague, at CZK 49,221, and IT remains the best-paid sector; followed by finance.
'Vienna prices with Czech salaries': Expats share how they're handling inflation woes
The majority of Expats.cz readers polled said they are 'very concerned' about the rising cost of living. Here's how they are coping with the price crunch.
Czech ministry launches online calculator for energy subsidy
The government approved measures to help households cope with the rising cost of electricity, gas, and heating.
The Czech Republic now has Europe's most expensive electricity
The country edges the United Kingdom in the July 2022 Household Energy Prices Index in the price of electricity expressed through purchasing power parity.
Put it on my tab: Czech online grocery chains explore installment payments
Inflation is causing some families to have trouble making ends meet, and some stores are trying to help with new programs.
Rents in Czechia are tipped to rise for the next year — here’s why
The situation is affecting younger people in particular, who may find themselves living with their parents longer.
Aviation woes easing, with Czech airports reporting little chaos
Air ticket sales seem to have peaked for the summer season, and in some cases surpassed pre-Covid levels.
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.
Online applications for CZK 5,000 child subsidy face technical glitches
Parents of children in Czechia who were under 18 as of Aug. 1 can apply for a one-off subsidy for each child.
These food items are getting more expensive at Czech grocery stores
Butter, cheese, and bread all saw a sharp increase in prices in July due to the rising inflation.
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.
Moody's downgrades Czech economic outlook from stable to negative
The investor service has affirmed the country's current credit rating while highlighting dependence on Russian oil as a key factor in the negative outlook.
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Apply for parental allowance online and other changes in Czechia from Aug. 1
The month of August brings some changes in how those who are eligible for social benefits in Czechia can collect support.