According to The Economist, the Czech Republic has risen twelve positions to rank 6th globally among the world’s best-performing economies in 2025. The country’s strong performance is driven by steady GDP growth of around 2.5%, stable employment, and impressive stock market results.
The Prague Stock Exchange showed notable strength, with the PX index increasing by 41.6% between January and November. Inflation is also under control, with the Czech National Bank forecasting 2.5% inflation in 2025, slowing to 2.2 % in 2026, while unemployment remains stable at 4.6% in November.
The Economist notes that its ranking is based not only on GDP growth, but also on inflation management, labor market stability, and stock market performance, reflecting overall economic resilience.
Despite positive indicators, the Czech economy continues to face structural challenges, including reliance on the automotive sector, labor shortages, high energy costs, housing affordability issues, and bureaucratic constraints.
In the global top ten ranking for 2025, the Czech Republic stands alongside economies such as Portugal, Ireland, Spain, Canada, and Poland, highlighting its strong position among countries that have effectively managed economic pressures over the past year.
Top 10 Global Economies (2025):
- Portugal | 2. Ireland | 3. Israel | 4. Colombia | 5. Spain | 6. Czech Republic | 7. Greece | 8. Canada | 9. Slovenia | 10. Poland
The Economist’s ranking highlights countries that have best managed inflationary pressures, employment challenges, and market confidence over the past year, rather than the largest or wealthiest economies.
