The price of an industrial economy
Czechia's economy grew 2.6% in 2025, unemployment sits near record lows, and the current account is in surplus. It is not an economy in difficulty.
Economy
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Markets cheer, agencies warn: Hungary’s new government faces a sobering economic welcome
Tisza’s landslide victory on April 12 sent the forint to a four-year high and Budapest stocks to a record, as investors priced in the end of the Orbán-era risk premium and the prospect of unlocking frozen EU funds.
Poland surpasses Spain in per capita income: PPP Data shows milestone in EU economic convergence
Poland has overtaken Spain in average income despite significantly longer EU membership.
Polish agriculture: Catching up with Europe’s front-runners
Poland’s rapidly developing agricultural sector is now competing in volume with the European Union’s largest agricultural producers.
Regional economic snapshot: Poland pulled ahead, Hungary fell behind
Poland delivered one of the strongest growth performances in the entire EU, while Hungary effectively stagnated for a third consecutive year.
Who pays more and at what cost? Financing models in CEE
As Hungary and Romania face higher interest burdens, Czechia, Slovakia and Poland benefit from stronger institutional and financing frameworks.
Rain of money on Polish cities: capital-attracting capacity rises sharply
Fiscal autonomy and access to EU funds allow Polish cities to develop dynamically, while Budapest and other Hungarian cities are constrained by the solidarity contribution.
Seismic shift in Venezuela – How it could affect Central and Eastern Europe
The aftermath of Trump’s Venezuela move remains unclear, but CEE states are likely to be impacted indirectly by oil prices and EU sanctions.
What’s next in 2026 for Central and Eastern Europe?
Can CEE develop a realistic policy response that shields the region from Europe’s structural decline?
The Polish miracle: How did the “Poor man of Europe” become an economic leader?
Poland’s economic success lies in consistent reforms and smart EU fund use, while Hungary and Romania followed more volatile development paths.
Czechia starts the year under provisional budget as new government reworks fiscal plans
New year, new fiscal rules: The Czech Republic has entered a period of provisional budgeting after the new coalition rejected its predecessor's draft.
Caps and ceilings: Fighting inflation with price regulation in several countries in the region
Administrative interventions are used to curb inflation in numerous CEE countries, with Hungary adopting the most market‑interfering measures.
How Wizz Air transformed the CEE region's way of travel
Wizz Air transformed CEE aviation since its 2003 founding by delivering ultra-low-cost, point-to-point flights from secondary airports, slashing fares and expanding connectivity.
Poland and the G20: Claiming a seat at the big table
From a post-communist economy to a European powerhouse, Poland is now seeking a role in global politics.
Poland: A new regional power center in search of its role
Poland’s economic weight is undoubtedly increasing in the region, with Polish-German economic relations and political tensions deepening.