Czechia - Real wages to rise faster than EU average - December 31, 2025

Households are expected to earn more in real terms in 2026, as wages adjusted for inflation are forecast to grow at one of the fastest rates in Europe. New economic projections point to a year of recovery after several difficult years marked by high inflation and falling living standards. Real wages, which reflect income adjusted for price changes, are projected to increase by 2.7%. Nominal wages are forecast to rise by roughly 5% in 2026.

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