The price of gold has reached its highest level in over three months. This increase follows the announcement of intervention measures by the US Department of the Treasury in the government bond market.
The Dutch Consumers' Association, Consumentenbond, reports that 'shrinkflation' remains a persistent issue in supermarkets. Manufacturers continue to reduce product package sizes while keeping prices the same or increasing them, effectively masking price hikes for consumers.
Chinese authorities have ordered the recall of nearly 3 million Tesla vehicles and 1 million other electric cars due to safety concerns regarding flush door handles. The design is deemed problematic for emergency egress, failing to meet the country's safety standards.
In the Netherlands, more than 1.7 million cars were sold or changed ownership last year, an increase compared to the 1.67 million recorded in 2024. Data indicates that individuals within the second-highest income bracket are the most frequent car buyers.
Online retailer Shein is planning to launch an initial public offering on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on September 1. The company aims to raise approximately 1.5 billion euros through this stock market entry.