Business
Economy, companies and money
Thousands of Croatian firms face ownership transition
More than 7,000 companies owned by those over 70 stand on the brink of change, opening up new market opportunities but posing challenges for business continuity.

House prices in Croatia have risen by 81 per cent in 15 years
Construction costs have risen by 76 per cent, and a buyer of a 60-sq-m flat pays 59,000 euros more than in 2021, according to the data.

Volkswagen to cut 100,000 jobs by 2030
The German car giant plans to sack 100,000 workers in a move described as the largest restructuring in the industry's history.

Croatian new car market sees 5.2 per cent growth
A total of 53,771 vehicles were registered, with the most popular brand being Skoda, while Opel recorded the highest interest from buyers.

Solar panels pay off, batteries only with state support
Analysis shows solar panels are profitable, while home batteries are only viable with state support, with significant differences depending on location.

Inflation in Croatia jumps to 4.1 per cent
Prices rose in July, but energy costs remain high, so the government is maintaining existing measures.

Government approves new fuel prices, diesel cheaper
The government has approved regulations on prices, with diesel dropping by seven cents, while other fuels remained at the same level.

Government approves new fuel prices, diesel cheaper
Fuel prices: diesel cheaper

Croatia records growth in renewable energy despite global lag
Although the EU is slowing, Croatia's renewables are growing, with renewables accounting for 52.6 per cent of consumption, driven by a significant expansion in solar capacity.

Government to set new fuel prices, blue diesel cheaper
The government sets new prices on Monday, with blue diesel 12 cents cheaper and Euro diesel 11 cents cheaper.

Zara opens first Lefties store
Spanish giant Inditex enters the British market with a new brand, using robotic solutions to reduce supply chain costs.

Volkswagen plans to cut 50,000 jobs in restructuring
The German carmaker has announced drastic job cuts to tackle falling demand and rising costs, with the Lower Saxony state government expressing caution.

Fuel prices rise, refinery operates at half capacity
The government has announced new prices, while the market faces a diesel shortage due to limited capacity at the refinery in Rijeka.

Tourism and property on the Pelješac peninsula record growth
The Pelješac Bridge has spurred a boom in Komarna, Klek and Drače, while Orebić shows stability with rising apartment prices.

Ogulin secures €100,000 for support to entrepreneurs
The city of Ogulin has launched a tender for the distribution of funds to small and medium-sized enterprises, with an application deadline of 16 September.


