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Żabka's stock price jumped significantly following reports of a possible investment by Seven 'i Holdings.
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Inflation in Slovakia continues to decline. Falling food and fuel prices provided some relief in June.
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A record year for the Polish venture capital market: Startups raised more than 4.6 billion PLN in the first half of 2026.
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Poland's offshore expansion begins with Baltic Power. In the future, wind energy is expected to support data centers, artificial intelligence, and the energy transition.
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Despite stable banks, the non-performing loan ratio in Eastern Europe has fallen to 1.86%. The construction and real estate sectors, in particular, remain high-risk sectors.
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Europe is expanding its AI capabilities: Lithuania and Poland are jointly submitting a proposal for a new AI gigafactory.
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E-commerce in the Czech Republic and Slovakia is developing at different rates: Larger online retailers, in particular, are growing and planning new investments.
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The Czech Republic's industrial sector is gaining momentum: The PMI reached 53.9 points, its highest level in over three years.
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Jože is the name of the new humanoid hotel robot from Vandri Robotics. The AI-powered assistant made its world debut at MWC Shanghai 2026.
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Retail sales in Slovenia rose by 1.8% in May compared with the same month a year earlier.
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Coal Instead of Gas: Disruptions to the energy supply in the Middle East are leading to rising global demand for coal and higher energy prices.
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Hungary could join the eurozone by 2030. The government is counting on financial stability, EU funds, and lower borrowing costs.
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Bulgaria has presented a controversial budget for 2026. The debate is marked by high levels of new debt, rising government spending, and criticism from the opposition.
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Fuel, furniture, and cosmetics are driving Poland's retail sector. Nevertheless, consumer spending is lagging behind analysts' forecasts.
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First interest rate hike in 13 months: The Czech National Bank is tightening its monetary policy and warning of rising inflationary pressures.