Business News in English
Latest business headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Two suspects arrested for large-scale bank help desk fraud
Two men were arrested in The Hague on Monday for their suspected involvement in a large-scale bank helpdesk fraud operation across the Netherlands. The suspects allegedly impersonated bank employees t...
Every employee is the boss at the Netherlands' largest camping store: ‘Everyone does what they want’
Obelink, the largest camping store in the Netherlands, operates using a unique management model that eliminates traditional managers and gives employees full responsibility for their own tasks. Direct...
Global trade grew surprisingly under Trump's import tariffs
Global trade grew unexpectedly over the past year despite uncertainties surrounding U.S. import tariffs, according to the CPB Bureau for Economic Policy Analysis. While most regions saw an increase, e...
De Haven van Zandvoort to reopen soon following parent company bankruptcy
Beach pavilion De Haven van Zandvoort is set to reopen under new operator Wim Brugman after being closed since late last year. The pavilion's closure followed financial difficulties and the eventual b...
Our opening hours during Easter and Pentecost
The City of Haarlem has announced adjusted opening hours for the 2026 spring public holidays, with municipal offices closed on dates such as Easter Monday, King's Day, and Pentecost. While offices are...
Heemstede butcher's salt beef earns top marks in national trade competition
Slagerij Van der Geest from Heemstede received top honors for its cured beef and ossenworst at a national trade competition for regional products. The jury awarded the butchery maximum scores, recogni...
Spinning studio Vélo closes doors due to financial problems
Luciano branch in Zandvoort closes after five years. ‘Luckily I still visit Overveen often enough’
The Luciano ice cream parlor in Zandvoort is closing after five years of operation. Owner Barbara Molenaar announced the closure to focus entirely on the brand's location in nearby Overveen.
Outrage over new €159 Dutch World Cup shirts, experts respond: 'This is where the value lies'
Nike and the KNVB have unveiled the new Dutch national football team's World Cup kits, which feature a vibrant orange color and a retail price of 159 euros. While the high cost has sparked public back...
Public needs more help and clarity on sustainability, says SER
The Social and Economic Council (SER) reports that Dutch households and small businesses face significant obstacles when attempting to make their properties more sustainable. The advisory body is call...
AEX index opens higher on hopes for end to war, oil price falls
The AEX-index in Amsterdam opened with gains on Wednesday, driven by optimism regarding potential peace negotiations between the United States and Iran. While U.S. President Donald Trump claimed that ...
Potato prices drop below 0 euros, massive surpluses in Europe
The European potato market is experiencing a significant surplus, leading to prices dropping below zero euros and forcing some growers to pay for the disposal of their crops. In the Netherlands, the s...
Small businesses especially hesitant to hire them, but self-employed construction workers are mostly genuine entrepreneurs
Research by the Economic Institute for Construction (EIB) indicates that most self-employed workers in the sector are genuine entrepreneurs, despite small companies' fears of regulatory issues. Nevert...
Fire department cannot determine cause of Westpoort fire: damage is too extensive
The fire department is unable to determine the cause of a devastating fire in Amsterdam's Westpoort district because the resulting damage is too extensive for a proper investigation. The blaze likely ...
Oil trader on soaring fuel prices: ‘People are starting to hoard like they did with toilet paper’
Oil trader Jan de Croon explains that fuel prices spike immediately during geopolitical unrest, unlike more stable commodities like coffee or sugar. He compares the current trend of drivers rushing to...
Asian markets rise, oil prices fall on hopes for end to war
Asian stock markets rose on Wednesday as investors hoped for a de-escalation of the conflict in the Middle East. This optimism led to a decrease in oil prices, which had previously spiked due to regio...
Dutch gas reserves drop to 5.8 percent, lowest level in 10 years
Dutch gas storage levels have dropped to 5.8 percent, marking the lowest level recorded in a decade. This data, reported by Gasunie's National Energy Dashboard, reflects a significant decline in the c...
Opposition party Ons Beverwijk questions rental agreement between municipality and council candidate Klomp. ‘Conflict of interest?’
The opposition party Ons Beverwijk has raised concerns about a potential conflict of interest regarding a municipal lease for a Ukrainian refugee shelter. The city is paying 9,500 euros per month to e...
Uncertain energy market makes households hesitant about energy contracts
Fluctuating energy prices caused by the conflict in the Middle East are leading households to reconsider their energy contracts. Experts suggest there is no need for immediate action, as consumers wil...
Oil prices fall after news of possible US-Iran peace talks
Oil prices on international markets declined on Wednesday morning following reports of potential peace talks between the United States and Iran. The drop reflects market reactions to signs of easing g...
Will the unattractive Appeltjesmarkt near Marnixstraat become a ‘hub’ for transshipping goods from the water?
Dutch economy can 'take a hit' according to ABN AMRO
ABN AMRO economists report that the Dutch economy remains resilient despite slower growth and higher inflation caused by the conflict involving Iran. The bank's latest assessment suggests that while t...
Homeowner, have you learned nothing from the last energy crisis? ‘Make your home sustainable now’
An expert urges homeowners to prioritize making their houses sustainable to better withstand the ongoing energy crisis. They emphasize that 90% of owners can achieve this with neutral financing or imm...
OpenAI discontinues Sora, the AI video generation app
OpenAI has announced plans to discontinue Sora, its artificial intelligence application used for generating short videos. The company intends to reallocate the significant computing power required for...
Greenpeace projects ‘Tax oil companies’ war profits’ onto Eye Filmmuseum
How Takehiro Tomiyasu is having an immediate impact at Ajax and why he is more likely to leave than stay
Japanese left-back Takehiro Tomiyasu has made a significant impact since joining Ajax's starting lineup, but his future at the club is uncertain due to his expiring contract. Although he has performed...
Publishing house ‘In de Knipscheer’ to close after fifty years of pioneering: ‘We were always focused on unheard voices’
The Haarlem-based publishing house In de Knipscheer is closing this week after fifty years of operation. Known for promoting diverse and unheard voices, the publisher is ceasing activities following a...
Shell CEO: brace for gas and oil supply disruptions to Europe
Shell CEO Wael Sawan has warned that Europe may soon experience fuel supply disruptions similar to those currently affecting Asian markets. The instability is driven by the conflict in the Middle East...
Four ATM bombings in two weeks: ‘Criminals have found a gap in security’
Fortnite maker Epic lays off 1,000 employees: 'Sorry this is necessary again'
Epic Games is laying off 1,000 employees in an effort to reduce costs. The American developer cited declining revenue from its flagship game, Fortnite, as a primary reason for the restructuring.