Robert Neruda

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Czech Republic bans first foreign investment. 7 lessons you should take

In March this year, the Czech government made history by using its powers under the Foreign Investment Screening Act (the FDI Act) for the very first time to block a foreign company's investment. What key takeaways are there from this? And if you’re working with a foreign investor, could this put your company at risk?

Robert Neruda, Roman Světnický a Martin Rott · 8 September 2025

BusinessInvestments

The unexpected obstacles on the road to a successful acquisition

The clear regulatory environment for corporate acquisitions in the Czech Republic and Slovakia is a thing of the past. Regulators’ ability to check transactions expanded in the areas of competition, foreign investments, and foreign state aid.

Robert Neruda a Lenka Gachová Štiková · 11 September 2023

Business

(R)evolution in supplier-buyer relationships – get ready for a change

Starting from June 2022, the rules governing the relationship between manufacturers and distributors of goods are to fundamentally change. The changes deserve due attention because they pose both potential risks and opportunities.

Robert Neruda a Vladislav Bernard · 10 January 2022