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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5th October 2018 / Competitiveness / Digital Agenda

e.15.cz: IBM has opened a laboratory of artificial intelligence in Prague, technology can recognize the emotions of clients

The IBM technology company has opened a laboratory for the development of artificial intelligence solutions in Prague. Watson iLab will deliver solutions to businesses across Europe, e.15.cz writes.

5th October 2018 / Competitiveness / Business and Industry

Czechs Save for New Housing the Longest in Europe

The availability of housing in the Czech Republic is the worst compared to selected countries in Europe. On average, a new flat amounts to 11.3 multiple of an average annual income. The period is even longer than in Great Britain (9.8) where nominal property prices are by far the highest. The easiest way to new housing is in Belgium (3.7 of annual income). These are the findings presented in the latest Deloitte Property Index 2018.

4th October 2018 / Competitiveness / Employment and Social Affairs

Czech Republic Employment Factsheet

The Czech Republic lost 385,000 people of working age due to aging between 2011-2017. Between 2010-2015, a net of 8,000 people emigrated from the country annually . And between 2012-2017, companies increased the number of occupied jobs by 346,000.