Vstup Chorvatska do eurozóny a problém vnímané inflace

The thesis examines Croatia's entry into the euro area and the impact of perceived inflation on the price level. Croatia adopted the euro in 2023 under very specific circumstances such as the COVID-19 pandemic, the energy crisis and the Russian invasion of Ukraine. This paper analyses the differences between measured and perceived inflation, combining qualitative and quantitative methods, including the construction of an econometric model. The results of the analysis show that the adoption of the euro brought more advantages than disadvantages to Croatia, with euro-induced inflation reaching values in the range of tenths of a percent. The conclusions provide valuable insights for future euro area members.