Economic policy

This section reports on economic policy initiatives of the Czech government, the EU, and other entities that have a direct impact on the competitiveness of the country. It also includes information on economic priorities of the AmCham and other leading associations.

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30th January 2018 / Economic policy / Macroeconomic Indicators, Economic Growth

ING Bank: Czech Republic: Hike is a done deal, but rates forecast to be dovish

The February hike is a done deal following the recent CNB communication. However, the dovish tilt may come from the CNB interest rate forecast, which is likely to signal only two hikes in 2018, ING Bank says.

30th January 2018 / Economic policy / Macroeconomic Indicators, Economic Growth

Economic outlook: 2018: Richer households, stronger koruna

Czech economy maintains its strong momentum We have once again revised our growth outlook upwards. The Czech economy is riding the wave of recovery of its main European trading partners and investment activity has been strengthening. Moreover, capital expenditures will be supported by EU fund inflows.

29th January 2018 / Economic policy / Trade and Investment

Now for the next 100 years

AmCham members and Czech government officials convened at the US Residence to welcome US Ambassador Stephen B. King to the country and into the business community. 2018 marks one hundred years since the founding of Czechoslovakia, and the country now may be living at the highest point of prosperity and security in that century of struggle and triumph.