The transposition of the EU’s Consumer Credit Directive (CCD2) into Czech law is far more than a technical update for...
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When a Bank Fails: What Remains for the Investor?
The European Union is refining the rules for banking crises. For investors and expats, this means enhanced deposit...
Investment Intermediaries: New Rules for 2027
In the complex world of international wealth management, even a minor change in legal terminology can create a significant...
Automation, Jobs, and AI – Investors’ Dilemma
Automation of tasks is one of AI’s big benefits. But, when jobs are eliminated, so is buying power. Investors should align their strategies.
Lost in Translation: How I Ordered an Ostrich, a Pizza, and Insulted a Waiter (All in Czech)
You might assume things improve once you reach a “basic” level of Czech. You would be wrong. Spectacularly wrong.
Ending the Wait for Exits
The European Commission has launched a pivotal debate on the future of private equity within the European Union. For...
Independent Financial Advice for Expats in the Czech Republic
“Independent” financial advice firms offer unrestricted options across the market. “Tied” advice is limited to a single firm or provider. Which do you want?
EU Banking Stability: Protecting Your Assets
The European Union has recently updated its framework for bank crisis management and deposit protection. These changes are...
An Englishman vs Czech Grammar: A Tragedy in Seven Cases
When I moved to the Czech Republic, I expected many challenges. I did not expect Czech grammar to become my greatest enemy.
The €125,000 Threshold: Accessing Private Wealth Management in the Czech Republic
In February, the Czech National Bank (CNB) issued a definitive clarification on a pivotal rule governing private investment...
AI vs. Human Intuition: How Algorithms are Reshaping Your Portfolio
In February 2026, the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) released a comprehensive report mapping the...
What the Iran War Means for Czech Households
The Iran war doesn’t seem distant when Czech households experience immediate oil and energy price increases.