Prices are still low compared to other locations

The country has a growing tourism industry, since people are just beginning to discover the beauty of Croatian islands and its unspoiled natural landscapes

The Croatian economy is currently in a period of transition based on services and light industry.

It is not part of the EU yet.

In 2010 the number of unemployed in Croatia is expected to surpass the 300,000 mark.

The country has accumulated foreign debt of more than 40 billion euros or more than 90% of GDP

Retail sales will continue downward this year with average drop forecasted at 3%, largely due to drop of capital investments