Economy News in English
Latest economy headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
New Moerdijk coalition insists on clarity and compensation
Six parties in the new Moerdijk coalition have released their governing agreement, focusing on clarity regarding industrial and energy infrastructure expansion plans. The coalition emphasizes the need...
Paracetamol for 4.75 euros in Berlin, 64 cents in Amsterdam: why do Germans pay so much more?
Medicines in Germany, such as paracetamol and cancer treatments, are up to 76 percent more expensive than in the Netherlands. The article examines the reasons behind this significant price disparity a...
'Budget shopping is booming' and Jeltje shows women how to look stylish on a budget
As the cost of living continues to rise, budget shopping has become a growing trend with many women seeking practical fashion advice on social media. Influencer Jeltje addresses this need by providing...
Philips sells more healthcare equipment and benefits from Hormuz blockade
Philips reported an increase in sales of hospital equipment, such as scanners and remote care systems, during the first months of the year. This growth is partly attributed to supply chain disruptions...
Unions: major fears of cuts at KLM
Unions at KLM have expressed significant concern regarding potential reorganizations and interventions as the airline begins developing a new strategic plan for the period after 2030. The workforce fe...
Consumers spend more, especially on durable goods
Dutch consumer spending increased by 0.9% in March compared to the previous year, according to Statistics Netherlands (CBS). This growth follows consecutive declines in January and February, signaling...
Netherlands heading for stagflation horror scenario: 'Costs us purchasing power and jobs'
Experts warn that the Netherlands and Europe are heading toward a period of stagflation, characterized by a stagnant economy and rising prices. This economic scenario could result in a significant los...
Albert Heijn parent Ahold Delhaize to appoint Thierry Garnier as new CEO in 2027
Ahold Delhaize, the parent company of Albert Heijn and Bol.com, has announced that Thierry Garnier will succeed Frans Muller as CEO in April 2027. Muller, who has led the company since 2018, will reti...
Norway reopens three gas fields for European gas supply
Norway's Ministry of Energy has announced the reopening of three decommissioned gas fields in the North Sea to bolster Europe's energy supply. Production at these sites is scheduled to resume in 2028.
Disappointed swimmers at closed gates: Amsterdam-East pool only open from noon this season
Swimmers in Amsterdam-East are frustrated as the Flevoparkbad outdoor pool has shifted its weekday opening time from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The municipality implemented the change to reduce costs due t...
Lula to meet Trump in Washington on Thursday
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is scheduled to meet with Donald Trump in Washington this Thursday. A White House official stated that the two leaders will focus their discussions on ec...
Opinion: ‘Higher tourist tax in Amsterdam? Then they’ll just find a hotel in Zaandam, Diemen or Almere’
Tax system sometimes increases economic inequality between households
New research from the CPB indicates that the Dutch tax system is exacerbating economic inequality between households rather than reducing it. The findings show that wealthy households are increasingly...
Chance of cash prizes to entice people to return more deposit bottles
Starting next Monday, the packaging organization Verpact will launch a lottery to encourage consumers to return more deposit bottles and cans. Participants have the chance to win cash prizes of up to ...
More people travel further for work in Amsterdam: Friesland and Drenthe also popular places to live
Milieudefensie director to join Tata Steel
Donald Pols is stepping down as the director of Milieudefensie to join Tata Steel Nederland. As a result, he is leaving the environmental organization with immediate effect to transition into his new ...
Remarkable career switch: Milieudefensie director moves to Tata Steel
Donald Pols, the general director of Milieudefensie, is leaving the environmental organization to join Tata Steel in June. Milieudefensie has dismissed Pols immediately, stating that his new career mo...
Uitgeest Playgroup Foundation loses in court; municipality not required to pay damages
The Peuterspeelzalen Uitgeest Foundation lost a lawsuit against the municipality regarding the payment of damages. An administrative court in Haarlem ruled that the municipality is not required to com...
Romanian parliament votes out government in no-confidence motion
The Romanian parliament has ousted the government following a successful no-confidence motion led by the social-democratic PSD and the radical-right AUR. The motion was prompted by the PSD's withdrawa...
ING Belgium settles for 1.6 million euros in money laundering case involving former EU Commissioner
ING has agreed to a 1.6 million euro settlement with the Brussels public prosecutor's office to resolve a money laundering investigation involving former European Commissioner Didier Reynders. The set...
Petrol price inches higher to new record
The recommended retail price for gasoline in the Netherlands reached a new record high on Tuesday, coinciding with Liberation Day. Data from consumer collective UnitedConsumers confirms that fuel pric...
She was debt-free, but suddenly Chantal (50) starts spending again
Chantal, a 50-year-old woman who had previously cleared her debts and built a financial buffer, has relapsed into impulsive spending habits. After exhausting her monthly budget halfway through the mon...
Belgium must reverse ban: Supermarkets to sell tobacco again after one year
Belgian supermarkets will be permitted to sell tobacco products again starting next year following a ruling by the Constitutional Court. Health Minister Frank Vandenbroucke has agreed to comply with t...
Albert Heijn starts bodycam pilot to tackle aggression and threats
Albert Heijn is launching a pilot program where employees in several stores in Amsterdam and Rotterdam will wear bodycams. The initiative aims to address the rising levels of aggression and threatenin...
Citizens stuck due to lack of DigiD alternative
Dutch citizens seeking to stop using the DigiD login system due to government contract extensions with cloud provider Solvinity face a lack of alternatives. Currently, no other system exists for acces...
Smart invention: coreless toilet rolls can save up to 3 billion tubes
A new coreless toilet roll invention aims to eliminate the need for cardboard tubes in bathrooms. This development could potentially save up to 3 billion cardboard cores annually in the Netherlands th...
FC Volendam sets screen time rules for players, but is it allowed?
FC Volendam's coach has established agreements with players to limit their screen time, arguing that excessive phone use harms concentration. Legal experts are currently debating whether an employer h...
Former Tropical Institute KIT makes major staff cuts: 50 of 150 employees to leave
EU seeks to maintain dialogue with US after new import tariffs
European Union member states intend to continue trade negotiations with the United States while evaluating potential countermeasures against proposed 25 percent import tariffs on automobiles. The coun...
