'September Surge' hits Czechia: New jobs, new rules, what you need to know
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Reminder: Recent updates to Czechia’s Labor Code could affect everything, from probation periods and contracts to dismissals and more.
Czech jobless rate nears nine-year high: Which industries are feeling the pinch?
Czechia’s unemployment picture is uneven, with some sectors and regions struggling far more than others.
Czech coalition party wants to adopt euro 'as soon as possible'
Replacing the crown with the euro has long been a point of division across the current government and is a key issue ahead of the early-October election.
Czechia secures record investment to launch Toyota's first European EV plant
The Czech prime minister underscored that the deal was very good news for the country's economy and manufacturing industry.
EXPLAINED: How Czechia’s 2026 budget could affect your wallet and daily life
Czechia’s 2026 budget could raise costs for taxpayers as the government plans to cover a growing deficit.
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Czechia slumps in EU poverty rankings, with renters and seniors most at risk
A newly released study says that Czechia has more poor seniors living alone than anywhere in the EU, and one in three renters is below the poverty line.
Prague Stock Exchange now second-most profitable in the West, but how?
Investors flock to Czech energy and bank stocks as dividends and currency gains boost returns, leaving US markets far behind over the past year.
Deloitte: Prague becomes third-worst in Europe for housing affordability
Homeownership in the Czech capital is more out of reach than ever for most: you may be surprised how many gross yearly salaries are needed to buy a home.
Spotify confirms global price hike: How much will you pay in Czechia?
The streaming app, used by around one in five people in Czechia every week, will get costlier across all of its offered packages: we now know exact prices.
Czechia to increase wages in January, remain one of lowest in EU
Czechia is one of just nine EU states with minimum wages below EUR 1,000 gross per month: see how it compares with other European countries.
From butter to beer, what's cheaper or pricier in your Czech grocery basket?
Last month saw substantial changes in the costs of basic foodstuffs, including sugar, flour, potatoes, eggs, and more: we explain how much you'll pay.
VISUALIZED: Which Czech cities are seeing the steepest rent hikes?
Deloitte’s latest data maps rising rental prices across Czechia—highlighting both the expected hotspots and some surprising surges in smaller cities.
How a new law could transform tipping practices in Czechia
New rules could make tipping at restaurants more regulated, and possibly pricier, changing how much money ends up in the server’s hand (and leaves yours).
How Czechia's new energy law puts more power in consumers' hands
From much lower contract breakout charges to increased transparency, new regulation means that consumers in Czechia have more rights than previously.
Why farmer's markets in Poland and Germany are worth a visit and what to buy
Czechs are hopping borders for berries and fresh produce abroad where better prices, a bigger selection, and superior quality beckon.
Losing your MultiSport card? These perks and benefits are healthy alternatives
As firms quietly exit MultiSport deals, workers look elsewhere for perks. From wellness stipends to flexi passes, here’s what’s still on offer.
In Czechia, men prioritize salary while women value flexibility and work-life balance
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A new survey from a large employment agency shows that men place more emphasis on money, whereas women care more for time and balance.
