Competitiveness / Macroeconomic Indicators, Economic Growth

This section feature research, opinion and progress reports on how the Czech Republic compares to other EU countries economically. It includes analysis of international rankings such as the WEF and World Bank.

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9th May 2014 / Competitiveness / Macroeconomic Indicators, Economic Growth


Competitiveness: EC spring economic forecast brings good news

On 5 May, the European Commission published its spring economic forecast. According to the document, the European Union should continue to recover from recession in a stable manner. For 2014, the EC expects growth of 1.6% and 2.0% in 2015. The eurozone will face a lower growth of 1.2% and 1.7% respe...
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8th April 2014 / Competitiveness / Macroeconomic Indicators, Economic Growth


Competitiveness: IMF believes that Czech economy will grow faster

According to the IMF World Economic Outlook for April 2014 the Czech Republic should grow faster than in the previous year. Estimated growth of Czech economy by 1.9 % for 2014 is in comparison to previous growth of 0.9 % last year 1 % higher. The percentage is also higher in comparison to IMF econom...
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17th November 2013 / Competitiveness / Macroeconomic Indicators, Economic Growth


Competitiveness: Inflation in October fell below 1%

EU28 annual inflation was 0.9% in October 2013, down from 1.3% in September. In October 2012 the rate was significantly higher – 2.6%. Euro area annual inflation was 0.7% in October 2013, lower compared to 1.1% in September. In October 2012 the rate was 2.5%. Compared with September 2013, annual inf...
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