Kirsten de Kloet, owner of the 65-year-old pet store 't Dierenhoekje in Amsterdam, is shocked that the large chain Pets Place is opening a new branch right next door. While regular customers express their loyalty to the independent shop, the municipality states it cannot block the chain from opening as it complies with local zoning regulations.
Based on reporting by rss. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
The growth of female executive board members at companies listed on the Amsterdam stock exchange has stalled, with current trends suggesting gender parity in these roles will not be reached until 2044. While supervisory boards have successfully met mandatory quotas, the pace of new female appointments to executive boards remains stagnant.
Barclays plans to cut thousands of jobs to reduce costs and increase efficiency through the use of artificial intelligence. The announcement follows disappointing third-quarter financial results, particularly within the bank's bond trading division.
Existing home prices in the Netherlands fell by 0.4 percent in September compared to August, though they remain 2.9 percent higher than the previous year. While the rate of price growth has slowed, houses are still significantly more expensive than they were during the peak in 2022.
A coalition of environmental groups and residents has challenged new government regulations for Schiphol Airport at the Council of State. The plaintiffs claim the rules legitimize years of illegal operations and are seeking a mandatory reduction in flight numbers.
Heineken has been ordered by an Amsterdam court to pay 111.2 million euros in damages to Greek competitor MTB. The ruling stems from the abuse of a dominant market position by Heineken's Greek subsidiary, which hindered competition through exclusive retail deals for nearly two decades.
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