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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6th August 2018 / Economic policy / Macroeconomic Indicators, Economic Growth

ING Bank Czech Republic: Data diverges on base effects

Industry accelerated by 3.4% year-on-year and surprised on the upside while retail sales grew less than expected at just 2%. Both figures were affected by base effects

6th August 2018 / Economic policy / Macroeconomic Indicators, Economic Growth

Fitch Upgrades Czech Republic to 'AA-'; Outlook Stable

Fitch Ratings has upgraded Czech Republic's Long-Term Foreign-Currency Issuer Default Rating (IDR) to 'AA-'from 'A+'. The Outlook is Stable.

2nd August 2018 / Economic policy / Macroeconomic Indicators, Economic Growth

ING Bank Czech Republic: Manufacturing hits lowest level in a year

The Czech manufacturing PMI fell to 55.4 points, the lowest level in a year. But this is in line with our expectations of somewhat weaker industrial production growth this year.