Competitiveness

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.

Spotlight issue

12th August 2024 / Competitiveness / Business and Industry


Deloitte Property Index: Living in Europe: Housing Trends and Prices 2024

The latest data indicates that the Czech Republic is the least affordable country for home ownership among the 18 countries surveyed. A standard new dwelling purchase requires Czechs to invest an equivalent of 13.3 gross annual salaries, a figure that has remained largely unchanged since the previous edition of the Property Index.
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9th August 2024 / Competitiveness / Digital Agenda


The key to accelerating AI development? Pragmatism plus imagination

Leaders are treating generative AI as less of a curiosity and more an integral part of business. McKinsey research sheds light on who is using AI, how they’re using it, and the challenges that remain. Listen to the podcast here
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8th August 2024 / Competitiveness / Digital Agenda


Revolution in data management? New law promises breakthrough in access to public administration data

Will it be data and not the citizens that will circulate between authorities, as the government promised in its manifesto? In April, the Digital and Information Agency published a draft of a new law on data management and controlled access to data. Its aim is to make the transfer of data between the public administration and the private sector more efficient.
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Members of the American Chamber of Commerce in the Czech Republic