Readers can test their economic knowledge through a five-question quiz based on the Dutch VMBO economics exam. The challenge provides a brief impression of how one would perform on the official national secondary education assessment.
Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
The social housing stock in the Amsterdam Metropolitan Area increased by over 4,000 units in 2025 due to a rise in new construction projects. Despite this growth, waiting lists for rental properties remain long and are not expected to decrease significantly in the near future.
Amsterdam plans to raise parking permit fees for residents to mitigate municipal budget deficits caused by inflation and rising costs. Critics argue the policy lacks a solid financial model and could negatively impact residents who rely on their vehicles for essential travel outside the city.
Dutch pension funds ABP and PME reported improved coverage ratios in the third quarter as rising interest rates reduced their pension liabilities faster than their assets. The funds are now preparing for a transition to a new national pension system on January 1, which will replace collective pots with individual investment-based accounts.
Major oil companies have reported record profits driven largely by high margins on refined products like diesel. Research shows that pump prices have risen significantly faster than raw crude costs, leading to calls for increased taxation on these excess earnings.
International students in Amsterdam are struggling to find part-time jobs because many employers are unwilling to handle the necessary permit applications. This administrative barrier often forces students to rely on external financial support, with some individuals reporting dozens of failed applications over the course of a year.
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