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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30th January 2017 / Competitiveness / Digital Agenda

SPIR: Czech internet economy reaches 4.3% of GDP

The Czech internet economy amounts to 4.3% of the country's GDP and increased by 15% from CZK 164 bn to CZK 188 bn between 2011 and 2015. The share of the internet economy on GDP is higher than that of health care, agriculture and banking and finance, the Czech Internet Economy 2016 report published by SPIR says.

30th January 2017 / Competitiveness / Employment and Social Affairs

Eurostat: Gross monthly earnings by economic activity in the EU | Deloitte European Salary Survey

According to Eurostat data, in the Czech Republic, gross monthly earnings exceed 1,000EUR in the sectors of Information & Communication, Finance & insurance, Electricity, gas & steam, Scientific & Techincal activities and Mining & quarrying. Deloitte European Salary Survey adds that employer costs for work in the Czech Republic are the highest in Central Europe. The net income of employees with higher salaries is relatively high.

29th January 2017 / Competitiveness / Transport, Infrastructure and Tourism

Radio Praha: Prague among cheapest cities to move in - study

The Czech capital Prague is among twenty cities in the world where foreigners face the lowest initial costs after relocating, according to an analysis carried out by the German-based relocation firm Movinga.de. While transportation and meals in Prague are relatively cheap, apartment rents tend to be higher than in most other post-communist countries, Radio Praha writes.