Statistical Office of the Slovak Republic

Demographic decline and aging in Central Europe

23 clusters · 62 sources · last updated about 20 hours ago

Latest: Slovakia faces demographic crisis as birth rates hit historic lows

Central Europe is facing severe demographic shifts characterized by declining birth rates and rapidly aging populations. In the Czech Republic, annual births have hit a 240-year low of 77,600, a historic decline since re

Italy's economic strain, fuel volatility, and vehicle tax

47 clusters · 556 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Italy considers expanding 2027 car tax exemption

Italy continues to face severe economic strain from rising energy, fuel, and food costs. Geopolitical instability has driven Brent crude above $100 per barrel, contributing to gasoline and diesel prices exceeding 2 euros

Czech and Slovak housing affordability and market shifts

36 clusters · 115 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Slovakia faces housing affordability crisis in major cities

The Czech and Slovak housing markets face intensifying affordability crises. In Slovakia, property prices rose 14.4% year-on-year, with regional increases exceeding 19% in Bratislava and 17% in Košice. Recent data shows

Slovak municipal elections results

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Matúš Vallo re-elected as Mayor of Bratislava

In the municipal elections, major political figures secured re-election in Slovakia’s largest cities. Marek Hattas was re-elected as the mayor of Nitra, obtaining 50.66 percent of the vote with 13,459 votes. This repres

Czech and Slovak retirement and investment trends

12 clusters · 47 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Czech Republic proposes pension increases and social benefit adjustments

In early October 2026, new social security and financial policy changes were announced for Slovakia and the Czech Republic. In Slovakia, unemployment benefits are set to transition to a regressive model on January 1, 202

Slovakia local and regional elections

4 clusters · 87 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Slovakia local and regional elections see incumbents retain power

Following the October 24, 2026, elections, results revealed significant leadership shifts in several major municipalities alongside continuity in regional leadership. In Bratislava, incumbent Matúš Vallo successfully def

Inflationary trends and economic impact in Slovakia and CZ

5 clusters · 24 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Financial reserves and budgeting challenges in Slovakia

Inflationary pressures in Slovakia and the Czech Republic continue to be driven by rising fuel and transport costs. In the Czech Republic, consumer inflation accelerated to 2.5 percent in September, exceeding forecasts f

Slovakia labour market shifts and wage developments

11 clusters · 24 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Public sector wage increases proposed in Slovakia and Czechia

In mid‑July 2026, analysis of Slovakia’s labour market highlighted a slowing of the long‑standing outflow of young workers. Improved domestic wages and low unemployment (about 5.9 %) were cited as key factors behind the

Polish education reform and teacher wage protests

18 clusters · 39 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Poland proposes teacher salary reforms for 2027

The Polish Teachers’ Union (ZNP) continues to press for significant wage increases, specifically demanding a 15 percent raise for 2027. This demand directly challenges the 3 percent increase currently outlined in the 202

Fuel price fluctuations in the Balkan, European, and US-UK

11 clusters · 154 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Luxembourg fuel prices: Super 95 decreases

Fuel prices across the Balkan region and Europe continue to fluctuate due to market volatility and geopolitical tensions. In Kosovo, the Ministry of Industry, Entrepreneurship, Trade and Innovation (MINTI) has maintained

Slovakia regional and municipal elections

2 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Slovakia holds municipal and regional elections

Slovakia is scheduled to hold combined regional and municipal elections on October 24, 2026. During the voting period, which runs from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., citizens will elect representatives for higher territorial un

Czech and Slovak labor and industrial trends

6 clusters · 27 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Slovakia sees record foreign labor and shifting business trends

Labor markets and industrial trends in the Czech Republic and Slovakia continue to evolve through shifting workforce dynamics and structural changes. In Slovakia, high demand persists for professionals in engineering, IT

Socio-economic challenges in Slovakia and Czech Republic

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated about 1 month ago

Latest: Slovakia faces low wages and urban congestion challenges

Slovakia and the Czech Republic are navigating various socio-economic challenges. In the Czech Republic and Slovakia, young graduates face difficulties entering the labor market, with job seekers in regions like Příbram