Economy News in English
Latest economy headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Iranian delegation arrives in Qatar for negotiations
A high-level Iranian delegation, including Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, arrived in Doha, Qatar, on Monday for negotiations. The delegation also incl...
Welfare union marks 50th anniversary: "Prejudice that they are all freeloaders"
The Bijstandsbond is celebrating its 50th anniversary in Amsterdam, marking its history as an advocacy group for welfare recipients. Originally a national organization founded in 1976, it now provides...
AEX hits new record after reports of nearing Iran-US deal
The AEX index in Amsterdam hit a record high on Monday following reports of a potential peace agreement between the United States and Iran. Investors are hopeful that a deal will reopen the Strait of ...
Security, cleaning, baggage: Schiphol wants an end to chaos and fragmentation, but lacks a clear view of what is really happening
Schiphol Airport is attempting to address operational chaos and poor working conditions by reforming its long-standing practice of outsourcing services like security and baggage handling. Recent disru...
Shoes completely dismantled for recycling in Heerhugowaard: ‘Look how many shoes you have. We are walking on a problem every day’
FastFeetGrinded in Heerhugowaard processes thousands of old shoes per hour into reusable raw materials to help the European fashion industry become fully circular. As a leader in recycling, the Nether...
Six new homes in Bennebroek, but once again none in social housing
The Bloemendaal municipal council has approved the construction of six new apartments at Rijksstraatweg 18 in Bennebroek, replacing a site previously intended for retail space. The project aims to pro...
Number of self-employed remains high despite stricter Tax Authority checks
The number of self-employed workers in the Netherlands, particularly in the healthcare and construction sectors, saw a slight increase during the first quarter of the year. This growth persists despit...
Reader's question: Company increases heat pump bill by 25% without consultation. Is it allowed?
A homeowner faced a surprise price increase when an installation company billed over €8,200 for a heat pump initially quoted at €6,500. The article addresses the legal limitations on price hikes a...
BP gas station likely to go. Geesterduin, one of Castricum's largest construction projects, moves a step closer
Developer Hoorne Vastgoed has reached an agreement with BP to remove a gas station at Geesterduin in Castricum, clearing a major hurdle for a large residential project. The Geesterduin 2.0 development...
Oil prices fall more than 5 percent on Iran deal hopes
Oil prices have fallen by more than 5% amid hopes for a deal between the United States and Iran to end conflict. Additionally, Asian markets experienced slight gains following these developments.
Zeeburgereiland desperate for larger supermarket, but must wait longer
IJmuiden lock route closed for rest of weekend due to malfunction
The sluice complex in IJmuiden is closed for the remainder of the weekend due to multiple technical malfunctions that began on Saturday, May 23. This closure impacts both shipping and road traffic, sp...
Real estate gem! Cinema, wine bar, gym, jetty, 9 bedrooms, 5 terraces: what you get for over 12 million
A luxury home on the Zuidelijke Wandelweg in Amsterdam is listed for sale for over 12 million euros. The expansive property features high-end amenities including nine bedrooms, five terraces, a privat...
Congested power grid forces companies into expensive behind-the-meter measures
Dutch companies are increasingly investing in private batteries and smart energy systems to cope with a congested power grid. These measures help alleviate pressure on the infrastructure, potentially ...
Wouter Klootwijk: ‘The AFM says we should make more money from money, so do we buy stocks or prefer macaroni?’
Columnist Wouter Klootwijk discusses financial advice from the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) regarding wealth generation. He explores the trade-off between investing in stocks and pu...
The Greenhouse | We’ve all been the vegetarian waiter in a seafood restaurant at some point
Climate reporter Jeroen Kraan discusses the inherent hypocrisy people face when trying to live according to their environmental ideals. He suggests that performing reflective exercises can help indivi...
Rotteveel M4 and Castricum Municipality continue development of winning plan for Maranatha Church
Real estate advisor Rotteveel M4 has been selected by the municipality of Castricum to redevelop the Maranathakerk site. The winning project aims to transform the location into a future-proof space fe...
France eases Dover border controls due to congestion on scorching day
France temporarily relaxed border controls at Dover on Saturday to alleviate massive traffic congestion during a period of extreme heat. The decision followed reports of thousands of travelers waiting...
Telstar boosts popularity of IJmuiden and Velsen: ‘We have taken giant strides thanks to the club’
The recent success of football club Telstar has significantly increased social media interest and improved the public image of IJmuiden and Velsen-Zuid. Local stakeholders are now considering how the ...
Family caregivers under constant pressure: 'It shouldn't become your whole identity'
An increasing number of caregivers are struggling to balance their responsibilities with work and family life, leaving little time for personal needs. Participants in a news discussion emphasize the i...
Essent raises rates and sounds alarm: ‘If government does nothing, middle incomes will face energy poverty’
Essent has become the first major energy supplier to increase its variable gas and electricity rates for the upcoming quarter, citing the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The company warns that wi...
Peter (56) fired for ‘strained relations’ after starting relationship with colleague
After losing his wife, 56-year-old Peter entered a relationship with a colleague, which ultimately led to his dismissal for 'disrupted relations.' His experience was shared by career consultant Anne-M...
Urgenda founder and director Marjan Minnesma dies
Marjan Minnesma, the founder and director of the Dutch climate organization Urgenda, has passed away at the age of 59. The organization announced her death on its website, honoring her as the driving ...
This is how much you pay for a round on a Haarlem terrace
An investigation into the costs of buying a round of drinks at terraces in Haarlem provides locals with an estimate of what they will spend when socializing. The study looks at typical prices for drin...
Province gives green light for new electricity station near A9 South
The province of North Holland has approved the preferred location for a new electricity station near the A9-South highway. This decision allows the network operator TenneT to proceed with detailed pla...
Death toll from Chinese coal mine explosion rises further
The death toll from a major gas explosion at the Liushenyu coal mine in Changzi, China, has risen to 90 people. While the exact number of missing miners remains unclear, the blast occurred at a site l...
Sixteen years after demolition, construction finally begins on the former Sonneborn factory site
Construction has officially begun on the former Sonneborn factory site in Haarlem-Noord, sixteen years after the original buildings were demolished. The project includes the development of 160 new hom...
For a portion of bitterballen – cost price 2 euros – you pay 8 euros in the pub: ‘Snacks are where you make your margin’
Industrialization, modernization and war: Isaac Israels captured a Europe in constant flux
