Petr Hlaváček holds a commanding position in the market for Prague’s next mayor following STAN’s narrow victory in the October 2026 municipal elections, where the movement secured the largest vote share and 17 seats on the 65-member city assembly. Coalition negotiations are underway with SPOLU pro Prahu, Praha sobě, and the Pirates, with Hlaváček expected to lead formation of the next government and receive the mayoral nomination as the election winner. Rival leaders, including Tomáš Portlík, have publicly recognized STAN’s right to propose the mayor. A deal is targeted for November, though outcomes depend on seat allocations and policy agreements on housing, transport, and urban development. Late shifts in alliances or prolonged talks remain the primary variables that could alter the current trader consensus.