Rising oil and gas prices triggered by the conflict in the Middle East are causing interest rates to rise. This shift reverses previous expectations of lower rates and is expected to make mortgages more expensive for homebuyers.
The Saturday market at the Grote Markt in Haarlem will be relocated to Zijlstraat, Nieuwe Groenmarkt, and Krocht on August 1 and 15, 2026. This temporary move is necessary to accommodate the Haarlem Culinair and Haarlem Live events taking place on the Grote Markt.
The Russian economy is facing significant strain due to the high costs of the war in Ukraine and frequent drone attacks on critical infrastructure. Despite a widening budget deficit and internal turmoil, the country's economic system has not yet collapsed.
The online fashion retailer SHEIN has warned that its clothing prices in the United States may increase due to disappointing financial results and stricter import regulations. These regulatory changes are forcing the company to seek new revenue streams as it faces a decline in its American market reach.