The Czech Republic’s economy grew 0.4% quarter-on-quarter in the second quarter of 2026, up from 0.2% in the first quarter and matching the preliminary estimate, while annual growth slowed to 1.9% from 2.2% and came in below the preliminary 2.0%. Domestic demand rose 0.5%, supported by a 0.5% increase in household consumption, while gross fixed capital formation moderated to 1.5%. Industry, finance and insurance, trade-related services, real estate and construction all contributed to quarterly growth. Croatia’s economy expanded 1.7% year-on-year, down from an upwardly revised 2.3%, while quarterly growth reached 0.4% after a contraction. Finland also grew 0.4% quarter-on-quarter, below its preliminary 0.9% estimate, although annual growth accelerated to 1.6%.