Economy News in English
Latest economy headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Households increasingly using air conditioning to heat their homes
An increasing number of households, particularly those with owner-occupied homes, are utilizing air conditioning units to heat their dwellings. This shift highlights a growing trend in alternative dom...
WOZ value of homes rises by more than 10 percent this year
The average WOZ value of residential properties in the Netherlands has increased by 10.6 percent this year compared to the previous period. This significant rise was reported by the Waarderingskamer, ...
Dozens of homes in Hyde Park still empty months after completion: 'Lower the rent and make it for regular students'
Housing corporation Duwo has decided to open up vacant apartments in Hoofddorp's Hyde Park district to regular students after only 26 of 116 units intended for PhD researchers were rented. The move ai...
Chinese and German premiers seek more economic cooperation
Chinese Premier Li Qiang and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz have expressed their commitment to expanding economic cooperation between their two nations. During his visit to China, Merz highlighted t...
Democrats emphasize purchasing power in response to State of the Union
Democratic Representative Abigail Spanberger criticized President Donald Trump's State of the Union address, calling it full of lies. Speaking on behalf of her party, she argued that the president's p...
Trump praises economy during State of the Union despite discontent
During his State of the Union address, U.S. President Donald Trump praised his economic policies as a major success and stated that the national economy is doing well. His remarks come despite ongoing...
Man ordered to pay 302,000 euros for fraud during corona crisis
A 61-year-old man from Hillegom has been ordered to pay 302,000 euros to the Dutch state for fraud committed during the COVID-19 pandemic. He solicited donations for websites critical of government po...
Slovakia: Oil via Druzhba pipeline to resume Thursday
Slovakia expects to resume receiving Russian oil via the Druzhba pipeline this Thursday following repairs to the infrastructure. The supply line, which also serves Hungary and the Czech Republic, was ...
How the ‘Taylor Swift of tech’ built the world's largest public company with his AI chips
Nvidia has become the world's largest listed company due to its dominant role in producing chips essential for AI technologies like ChatGPT. Although it remains relatively unknown in the Netherlands, ...
Cabinet plan to extend working life under fire from unions and opposition
The new Dutch cabinet's plan to raise the retirement age more quickly is facing strong opposition from labor unions and political parties. Unions have threatened protests if the proposal is not withdr...
Paramount makes new takeover bid for Warner Bros. but Netflix is preferred
Warner Bros. Discovery has received a new acquisition proposal from Paramount Skydance. Despite this offer, the company reportedly intends to prioritize its existing partnership with Netflix.
Von der Leyen: there are other options for Ukraine loan
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen confirmed that Ukraine will receive a 90 billion euro loan from the European Union as promised by all 27 member states. During a press conference in ...
Jamin warns of hard plastic particles in ‘Dubai Milk’ Easter eggs
Candy store chain Jamin has recalled its 'Dubai Milk' chocolate Easter eggs after discovering they may contain fragments of hard plastic. The product has been removed from stores, and customers are ur...
Secretly removed: gaming giant Razer intervenes after outcry over popular headset
American gaming manufacturer Razer has suspended sales of its Kraken V3 headset due to reports of high concentrations of potentially harmful substances. The product page has been removed from the comp...
VNO-NCW and MKB-Nederland: Debts written off too often
Dutch business organizations VNO-NCW and MKB-Nederland have warned the House of Representatives that debt is being forgiven too frequently, claiming this trend negatively impacts entrepreneurs. The de...
Fruit and vegetable prices under pressure due to extreme rainfall in Spain
Extreme rainfall and storms in Spain have destroyed a significant portion of the harvest, leading to a shortage of produce such as zucchinis, avocados, and strawberries. This supply disruption is expe...
European Parliament calls for more EU sanctions against Russia
The European Parliament has voted to call for increased EU sanctions against Russia, including a phase-out of imports such as oil, petroleum products, and nuclear fuel. Supported by 437 MEPs, the reso...
A coffee with Peter van der Helm (Libertarian Party): Amsterdam now only a city for the rich
Peter van der Helm, leader of the Libertarian Party in Amsterdam, advocates for drastic cuts to the city's civil service and a significant reduction in regulations and taxes. Drawing inspiration from ...
Reddit fined millions for violating children's privacy
The British privacy regulator has fined Reddit 14.47 million pounds, or approximately 18 million euros, for violating children's privacy rules. The decision was announced on Tuesday, following a deter...
Dutch Central Bank takes extra measures against cyberattacks
De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB) is implementing additional measures to protect the Dutch financial system from hybrid threats, such as cyberattacks and logistical chain disruptions. These steps are intend...
Shell and Eneco ignored advice to protect birds at wind farm
Shell and Eneco ignored recommendations from the Dutch Minister of Climate and Green Growth to shut down offshore wind turbines for 36 hours last autumn to protect migrating birds. The energy companie...
LIVE: Now Mona Keijzer is starting a party, when will there be an electoral threshold?
Political reporters from the AD are hosting a live session to answer public questions regarding the new Dutch cabinet's proposed financial plans and budget cuts. The discussion focuses on the potentia...
Trust in Jetten cabinet clearly still needs to grow: read the answers to your questions here
Political reporters from AD addressed reader concerns regarding the new Jetten cabinet's policy plans in a liveblog. The discussion focused on proposed cuts to unemployment benefits and the controvers...
Bitcoin heading for worst month since 2022
Bitcoin's value continued to decline on Tuesday, putting the cryptocurrency on track for its worst monthly performance since 2022. This drop reflects a significant downturn in the crypto market simila...
Bitcoin heading for biggest loss in years
Bitcoin is experiencing its worst monthly performance since June 2022, with the price dropping to approximately $63,200 on Tuesday. Market analysts attribute the significant decline to uncertainty and...
Gas storage at historic lows: 'No reason to panic, but nothing must go wrong'
Dutch gas storage levels have reached a record low of 11% capacity, the lowest level ever recorded in the Netherlands. Despite these historic lows, Gasunie states that there is no immediate reason for...
Toxic insulation foam found in tens of thousands of homes
Research by Zembla has revealed that UF-foam insulation has caused health issues in numerous residences. Consequently, the GGD is calling for a ban on the material, which has already been installed in...
Ajax reports profit for first half of season thanks to transfers
Amsterdam football club Ajax reported a net profit of 16.4 million euros for the first half of the 2025-2026 season, primarily driven by outgoing player transfers. This performance marks a significant...
Ajax reports first-half profit thanks to transfers
Ajax recorded a net profit of 16.4 million euros during the first half of the 2025-2026 season, primarily driven by revenue from outgoing player transfers. This financial result represents a significa...
'Socially responsible' clothing often a marketing ploy
Several major clothing brands, including WE Fashion, Nike, and Puma, have been accused of misleading consumers with false claims about ethical and socially responsible production. Reports indicate tha...