nuNov 9, 2026, 23:10

Millions of pension payments to rise slightly even after switch to new system

Millions of Dutch pension recipients will receive a modest increase in their monthly payouts next year as major funds like PFZW, bpfBOUW, and PMT report improved financial performance. These adjustments follow the transition to a new pension system, allowing funds to distribute surplus buffers to participants.

Millions of pension recipients in the Netherlands will see their payouts rise starting next year as several large funds report positive financial results. PFZW, which serves nearly 3 million members, will increase pensions by 0.75 percent, while bpfBOUW and PMT have announced hikes of 0.8 percent and 0.82 percent respectively. These increases follow a period of improved financial performance in the second and third quarters of the year, despite earlier challenges stemming from Middle Eastern conflicts and declining interest rates.

These funds transitioned to the new national pension system earlier this year, allowing them to release surplus buffers to members. While active workers will see their additional pension capital invested for the future, current retirees will receive direct adjustments to their monthly income. Other major funds, such as ABP and PME, have yet to complete their transition but anticipate significant pension increases following the upcoming year-end period if current financial conditions persist.

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Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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