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.

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18th October 2018 / Competitiveness / Business and Industry

BNP Paribas: Czech Republic Industrial at a Glance Q2 2018

Vacancy rates decreased further to sub 4% in Q2 2018. The vast majority of supply under construction is pre-leased already thus no major rise in vacancy is expected, BNP Paribas Real Estate says.

18th October 2018 / Competitiveness / Business and Industry

Vlněna: Renaissance of European Engineering and Innovation in Brno

On the premises of a former textile factory in downtown Brno, CTP has completed the first phase of its Vlněna project.

18th October 2018 / Competitiveness / Technology, R&D and Innovation

Fast 50: The Fastest-Growing Company in Central Europe is the Czech 3D Printer Maker Prusa Research

This year’s Deloitte CE Technology Fast 50 was dominated by Czech firms, with three having made it to the top five. The contest for the fastest-growing technology companies in Central Europe was won by Prusa Research, a maker of 3D printers, followed by last year’s winner Kiwi.com, the plane ticket provider. The online pharmaceuticals retailer Pilulka Distribuce took fifth place, and the online clothing retailer ZOOT won the Big 5 category.