Business News in English
Latest business headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
US government explores imposing new import tariffs
The United States government is exploring the implementation of new import tariffs on its trading partners. The investigation includes a focus on alleged unfair trade practices by the European Union.
A look inside the world of nut company Gotjé: You see a bag on the shelf, but not the work behind it
Jan Gotjé nut company provides a behind-the-scenes look at its production facility in Heerhugowaard, detailing the labor-intensive processes of roasting, cracking, and sorting. Many consumers are una...
Holidays within Europe more popular due to Middle East war
Travel agencies report that European vacation destinations are growing in popularity due to the conflict in Iran. Additionally, there has been a notable increase in travelers opting for package holida...
ING office in Amsterdam East vandalized and splattered with red paint for fourth time
From Drachten to Arnhem: Zaanstad pursues suspicious window cleaners across the Netherlands
Since 2024, inspectors from Zaanstad have been conducting a nationwide investigation into rogue window cleaning companies suspected of fraud, illegal labor, and permit violations. Supervisors have tra...
Popular playground at Hoeve Duin en Kruidberg in Santpoort-Noord must be removed for rule violations, brasserie seeks new location
The large playground at Hoeve Duin en Kruidberg in Santpoort-Noord must be removed following a ruling by the municipality of Velsen due to the lack of a permit. The restaurant management is currently ...
Alarming report: Middle East war causes largest oil market disruption ever
The International Energy Agency (IEA) reported that the conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran is causing the largest disruption to global oil supplies in history. This assessment, rel...
100 Dutch ships stuck in Persian Gulf, owners not yet evacuating crews
Dutch shipowners are currently choosing not to evacuate the crews of approximately one hundred ships stationed in the Persian Gulf and Middle East. A spokesperson for the Royal Association of Netherla...
Not feasible to prevent all abuse, says Grok chatbot
Lawyers for Elon Musk's xAI have stated that while they aim to prevent the creation of child abuse material via the Grok chatbot, it is impossible to eliminate all abuse. They acknowledged that some u...
New quality mark for unique businesses in the city center
Amsterdam has introduced a new quality mark called 'The Seal of Amsterdam' to honor local entrepreneurs who contribute to the city's unique character. The award recognizes business owners with a stron...
'Pay later via this company? Never again!' Sleepless nights over Klarna and debt collection agency tactics. Calls for action grow louder
Swedish finance company Klarna is facing criticism for pressuring consumers and violating its own regulations through its 'buy now, pay later' services. Dutch politicians, regulators, and consumer org...
Record release from emergency reserves fails to calm oil market: prices continue to rise
Oil prices continued to rise on Thursday despite an announcement by International Energy Agency members to release 400 million barrels from emergency reserves. As part of this coordinated effort to st...
Belgium strikes: flights cancelled and transport chaos expected
Nationwide strikes in Belgium against austerity measures have led to the cancellation of all flights at Charleroi and Brussels airports. Authorities have also warned of significant transportation chao...
Many Dutch entrepreneurs see Trump's policies as biggest risk
Dutch entrepreneurs doing business internationally identify US President Donald Trump's trade policies as their most significant geopolitical challenge. Approximately half of these business owners rep...
Two oil tankers attacked in Iraqi waters
Two oil tankers carrying Iraqi oil were attacked in Iraqi waters, resulting in fires on both vessels. The ships involved were sailing under the flags of the Marshall Islands and Malta.
The most expensive petrol is in Wieringermeer, the cheapest in Amsterdam. These are the most affordable gas stations in North Holland
As fuel prices rise significantly, a report by Noordhollands Dagblad identifies Amsterdam as having the cheapest petrol in the province of North Holland. The study highlights the most affordable gas s...
US releases 172 million barrels of oil from strategic reserve
The United States will release 172 million barrels of oil from its strategic reserve over a 120-day period starting next week. U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright announced the move, which marks a sign...
Chef of world-famous restaurant Noma leaves after allegations of violence
René Redzepi, the co-founder and head chef of the world-renowned Michelin-star restaurant Noma, has announced his resignation via Instagram. The departure follows allegations of assault involving the...
Trump says he will release oil from US strategic reserve
US President Donald Trump has announced plans to release oil from the United States' strategic reserve. He expects that this action will help lower fuel prices for consumers.
Two-star restaurant Spectrum in Waldorf Astoria hotel to close at the end of May
Volkswagen misses out on billions, and that is good news for car buyers: Prices are going down
Volkswagen Group reported a 44 percent drop in profits to 6.9 billion euros, marking its worst performance since the emissions scandal. Despite the financial decline, the company remains stable, and c...
Kesbeke supports pregnant women in conflict zones with pickles for Doctors Without Borders
Anti-money laundering checks cost banks 1.6 billion in 2024, but results are unclear
An investigation by the Netherlands Court of Audit reveals that anti-money laundering checks cost banks 1.6 billion euros in 2024, though their effectiveness remains unclear. The report highlights tha...
Scammers target 6,000 Bastion Hotels guests with stolen information
Scammers targeted approximately 6,000 guests of the Bastion Hotels chain with phishing messages after obtaining their personal information. The data breach was triggered when an employee clicked on a ...
From Afghanistan to Haarlem: Faizrahman now serves Afghan dishes in his own restaurant Maimana
Chef Faizrahman Belal has opened Maimana, the first Afghan restaurant in Haarlem, featuring fresh dishes from his native Northern Afghanistan. The restaurant aims to bring the region's known hospitali...
Netherlands releases part of oil reserves to dampen prices: 5.4 million barrels
The Netherlands and more than thirty other countries decided on Wednesday to release part of their strategic oil reserves to help lower global oil prices. As part of this International Energy Agency i...
Illegal gambling leads to closure of cafe on Bos en Lommerweg
Mayor Halsema has ordered the immediate six-month closure of a cafe on Bos en Lommerweg in Amsterdam West following a police raid that uncovered illegal sports betting. During the operation, officers ...
New rules for commercial waste: bins only on street at fixed times
Starting July 1, businesses in Amsterdam will be required to place their waste containers on the street only during specific times. This new regulation aims to keep the city's streets cleaner and ensu...
Judge overturns flight cap, residents happy anyway: ‘Fortunately, we don’t live in a banana republic’
The Dutch Council of State ruled against a government-imposed flight cap at Schiphol Airport, stating that a maximum number of flights cannot be set in this manner. Despite the ruling, resident groups...
