Lego reported a record revenue of 5.6 billion euros for the first half of 2026, marking a 21 percent increase compared to the previous year. The Danish toy manufacturer also saw its profits grow by 32 percent during this period.
Ryanair has criticized the Dutch government for its aviation policy, specifically targeting the national flight tax. The airline described the levy as a fake green tax and urged for changes to the current system.
Deutsche Bahn has reported an increase in cancellations and delays for long-distance train services during the first half of this year. Nearly 8 percent of these trips experienced a partial or full cancellation, representing a 5 percent rise compared to the previous year.
Online retailer Bol has resumed on-time shipping for all orders nearly three weeks after a cyberattack hit its logistics partner, CEVA. The attack previously caused significant delays and cancellations for purchases handled by the logistics firm.
LEGO has gained significant market share over the past six months due to popular new themes, including a replica of the FIFA World Cup trophy and various pop culture sets. This growth has allowed the company to surpass Mattel, the manufacturer of Barbie, in market performance.
The Dutch Fraud Helpdesk has issued a warning regarding a new phishing campaign targeting users during the transition from iDeal to the new European payment system, Wero. Scammers are sending fraudulent emails claiming to offer refunds to deceive unsuspecting victims.