Czech crown hits 15-month low against dollar as Prague stocks fall
The crown weakened to CZK 21.46 per dollar while remaining stable against the euro, as confidence in the Czech economy slipped.
This modern village near Prague comes with a natural swimming pool
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With only a few homes left, city-weary families are finding their way to this commuter village less than an hour from Czechia's capital.
From Prague trams to battery trains, Škoda Group posts a profit surge
The Czech transport manufacturer says first-half earnings rose 140 percent as sales and orders grew across European markets.
Czech diesel prices rose faster than anywhere else in the EU in August
Diesel prices jumped 14.3 percent from July, Eurostat says. A higher Czech fuel tax was part of the shift, and relief is due to return in October.
Neglected Prague transport hub Nádraží Holešovice set for major transformation
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A neglected area around one of Prague's major transport hubs is set to become a new district with housing, shops and easier connections.
Czechia joins push to pause new EU rules for a year
The Czech government is among 13 countries calling for a year focused on reviewing and simplifying EU rules. No pause has been agreed.
Czech budget plans more for salaries and pensions, with a huge deficit
The government’s 2027 plan would spend CZK 386 billion more than it collects. Parliament must still approve it, and detailed figures are due this month.
Czech fuel prices to be capped again from Oct. 1: What changes at the pump?
Daily limits on gasoline and diesel prices will return Oct. 1 for one month. The government is also cutting diesel tax and taxing higher refinery margins.
Czech salaries are rising, but these workers are pulling ahead in 2026
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Wages in Czechia are typically rising 4–6 percent this year, but employers increasingly favor experienced workers with tech and data skills.
5 ways health insurance can better support foreign employees in Czechia
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For HR teams and employers hiring foreign staff, one insurance provider shows how healthcare coverage is adapting to the realities of relocation.
Czech government to announce measures to tackle soaring fuel prices Monday
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With diesel nearing CZK 50 a liter and petrol at its highest since 2022, the Czech government says it is ready to intervene.
Czech town rejects planned wind farm in binding local referendum
Residents of Mirovice in South Bohemia voted overwhelmingly against a proposed wind farm, the second renewable energy project rejected locally.
Choosing a Czech energy supplier? New tool looks beyond the cheapest price
A new Czech energy comparison tool aims to help households weigh electricity and gas offers based on price, contract terms, service and supplier stability.
10 dreamy stays for your next holiday break in Czechia
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This autumn, the country's public holidays offer the perfect excuse for a family-friendly vacation or a few nights somewhere special in Prague and beyond.
Prague stag weekends are changing. Here’s how to plan a better one
Czechia’s capital still works for bachelor parties, even as it evolves. Here’s how to make yours memorable, with help from an expert party planner.
Czech central bank holds rates at 3.75 percent: What it means for your money
The Czech National Bank kept its key rate at 3.75 percent, meaning little immediate change for borrowers and savers despite persistent inflation risks.
Czechia to chair OECD Council for first time in its history
Czechia will lead the OECD's top political forum in 2027, more than three decades after joining the international organization.
