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Poland edges toward green light on long-delayed Kraków–Košice rail revival
Warsaw signals cautious interest in restoring international trains – but critics remain doubtful.
Slovak Chamber of Auditors introduces Europe’s first AI platform for auditors
The tool is designed to enhance data analysis and streamline processes.
Who is behind your vending machine coffee? A look inside Slovakia’s growing caffeine empire
Freshly ground beans, card payments and capsule options are replacing old-school instant machines.
Slovakia loses another EV model to Spain as Stellantis chooses Zaragoza over Trnava
After losing the Peugeot 208 to Spain, Stellantis' Trnava plant misses out again – this time on the Leapmotor B10 electric car.
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Investor confidence in Slovakia falls for second year running
Foreign companies cite tax pressures, unpredictable policy and labour shortages as key risks, with investment plans hitting new lows.
Fitch reaffirms Slovakia’s rating as debt climbs and growth stalls
Agency gives government credit for reforms but flags structural weaknesses and economic headwinds tied to global trade and auto reliance.
Slovakia holds talks with Westinghouse about building new nuclear reactor
PM Robert Fico has signalled strong interest in partnering with US nuclear firm Westinghouse to build a new €10-billion reactor.
Slovakia’s economic growth slows as austerity measures bite
Experts see potential for recovery later in 2025 if EU funds are spent effectively.
Sugar tax slashes drink sales, state revenue may falls short of expectations
Price increased as much as 30 to 50 percent.
Slovak biofuel producer Envien bets big on Brazil and India
New investments mark a shift from regional player to global competitor as firm joins forces with local partners abroad.
They are planning a hotel and wellness centre at Bratislava’s favourite lake, and not everyone’s happy
The new Zlaté Piesky project promises luxury and leisure.
Bratislava looks to rental plans amid affordable housing squeeze
Facing high demand and low supply, the capital is expanding its rental housing stock through reconstruction, new builds, and developer partnerships.
Escape from the Slovak depression: Is housing in Austria worthwhile?
After years of boom, Slovaks' interest in Austrian border villages wanes.
Slovak property prices rise at fastest pace since 2022 as cities lead recovery
Older flats outperform new builds amid resilient demand and falling mortgage rates. Regional disparities remain stark.
Office market trends: downsizing, hybrid work, and the rise of flexibility
Bratislava’s market adapts to post-pandemic reality.
Slovakia misses out on key VW electric car investment
Volkswagen chooses Portugal over Bratislava for its cheapest EV, sparking concerns over Slovakia’s investment appeal.
Slovakia gets its first completely new building law for almost half a century
It should simplify permitting processes, advance digitalisation and end illegal construction.
Steel is collapsing — and so is this Slovak factory
Slovmag Lubeník has lost half its sales and laid off 200 workers. Can exports to the West save what remains?
Tesla registers in Slovakia amid rising electric vehicle sales
Electric car ownership rising sharply, but most growth still driven by imports rather than local sales.
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