Self-employment insurance in Czechia: What changes in 2026
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The majority of people with a trade license are expected to pay thousands of crowns more annually, but some people will be exempt.
Skipping lattes won’t buy you an apartment in Prague (but these tips might)
Young Czechs' coffee habits are being blamed for the housing crunch—but the math tells a very different story. We explain how.
Japanese fashion giant and designer plans expansion into Czechia
Three possible areas are being considered for the new store, all of which are at the heart of Prague 1.
Where foreign workers can find the fastest salary growth in Czechia
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A comprehensive new study by Grafton Recruitment sheds light on pay differences by industry and location, covering nine sectors.
Czech crown soars to multi-year highs against the dollar and euro
The crown's appreciation in recent years spells good news for most consumers and travelers, though investors should be cautious.
How the autumn election could affect cost-of-living in Czechia
As parties campaign on the promise of cheaper supermarket prices and lower energy costs, experts offer a reality check.
Fuel prices swing wildly across Czechia: 5 ways you can save money at the pump
Regional price differences mean that you could routinely save yourself tens or hundreds of crowns using some simple, smart tips.
'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.
Average wages in Prague soar past CZK 62,000 monthly, highest in Czechia
Prague residents are seeing bigger paychecks this year, but many workers outside the capital still earn far less, highlighting growing regional wage gaps.
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.
Panasonic opens massive new Pilsen factory in major EU investment push
The CZK 8 billion heat pump plant in Pilsen, inaugurated on Friday, will expand Panasonic's Czech production and create new high-tech jobs.
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.
