Business News in English
Latest business headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Stricter interest-only mortgage rules hit older homeowners
Major Dutch banks have introduced stricter regulations for interest-only mortgages, which may prevent some older homeowners from moving or accessing their home equity. These changes are expected to im...
Retirees can withdraw part of pension as lump sum from 2029, but it is not without risk
Starting in 2029, retirees in the Netherlands will be allowed to withdraw a lump sum of up to 10 percent of their total pension pot upon retirement. While this provides immediate financial flexibility...
Recycle shop Droppie wants to expand to dozens of shopping centers
Recycle shop Droppie has announced plans to expand its operations by adding 70 new locations to shopping centers throughout the Netherlands. The shop, which currently operates in the country's four la...
Sugar tax pushes prices up: Beer soon more expensive due to soft drink tax
The Dutch government's proposed sugar tax for 2030 could lead to significant price increases for both soft drinks and beer. Alcohol excise duties may rise alongside the sugar tax, potentially adding u...
Energy companies build 'rust battery' that can supply four days of power
Battery startup Ore Energy and energy provider Budget Thuis are partnering to build the first large-scale 'rust battery' in the Netherlands. This innovative storage system is designed to provide elect...
Subscribers may not receive newspaper due to technical issues at FD printing plant
Subscribers of the Dutch financial newspaper Het Financieele Dagblad (FD) may not receive their physical paper on Monday due to technical issues at the printing plant. The newspaper announced the disr...
Construction and sustainability jobs are popular, but bakers are still needed
The UWV's annual job list reflects a high demand for sustainability-related professions such as insulation and sunshade installers. Despite the focus on green energy, traditional roles like bakers als...
Netflix to make Sesame Street movie after securing rights
Netflix has acquired the rights to produce a film based on the popular children's program Sesame Street following a competitive bidding war between several studios. The streaming service secured the d...
From burning hay bales to stalled construction: why the nitrogen crisis is so explosive
The Dutch cabinet is expected to present a political solution to the country's ongoing nitrogen crisis this week. The article explores why the issue remains highly sensitive and whether the new measur...
How Mitchell finally got Ziggo to refund everything after years of double billing
Mitchell van der Kolk successfully received a full refund from Ziggo for years of double billing after taking his case to the Disputes Committee. The legal move followed media coverage by the Ombudsma...
Which company still wants to sponsor Ajax for millions without Champions League appeal?
New Hans store sells second-hand on Utrechtsestraat: ‘One person’s discard is another’s wardrobe gem’
Ajax enters new season with loose ends: Jordi Cruijff awaits first signing and lacks staff for Jong Ajax
Millions of barrels transported through Strait of Hormuz despite Iran's claim
Millions of barrels of oil were transported through the Strait of Hormuz this weekend despite claims from Iran that it had closed the waterway. Shipping data reported by Bloomberg confirmed the contin...
App that maps factory odors: "I would rather not have made it"
Amsterdam resident Bas has developed an app to track and predict odor nuisance from factories in the Westelijk Havengebied, such as ICL and Bunge. The app uses wind direction data to provide an eight-...
Being a council member costs Oscar Boeder two days a week on top of his day job: 'You shouldn't do it for the compensation'
Oscar Boeder, the CDA group chairman in Heemstede, balances his political duties with his professional roles as a bailiff and substitute judge. He emphasizes that the commitment requires approximately...
Hospitality has been a fixture at the site of Paviljoen Het Witte Huis for over a century, but not every establishment lasted as long
The hospitality site at Zeeweg 3 in Overveen has a history dating back to 1915, when it first began serving visitors from a simple wooden building. After more than a century of continuous operation th...
Transport Day in Beverwijk creates a stir in Breestraat: ‘It’s harder to get young people excited about a career as a truck driver’
Transport Day transformed the Breestraat in Beverwijk into a truck exhibition featuring live music and food stalls on Saturday. The event aimed to revitalize the shopping street while highlighting the...
Harbor festival on Java Island: "Impressive to see"
Amsterdam is hosting the Zeehavendagen festival this weekend on Java-eiland to showcase its identity as a port city. Port industry director Kees Noorman emphasized the harbor's significance, covering ...
The Greenhouse | Dear robot, can I have the energy bill with this AI answer?
Climate reporter Jeroen Kraan explores whether the benefits of AI models justify their substantial environmental impact. He notes that the rapidly growing sector continues to suffer from a lack of tra...
After Bolstoren, developer wants to quickly move forward with three apartment complexes: 'That tank is a nod to the parking discussions'
A developer is moving forward with plans to build three apartment complexes at the Bolsterrein site in Haarlem following the completion of the Bolstoren. To humorously address local parking concerns, ...
Rowdy Baltus (34) created the Festival Gift Card, but had to sacrifice a lot: 'If you work 70 hours a week, you're not relationship material'
Rowdy Baltus, a 34-year-old entrepreneur, reflects on the personal sacrifices made while launching the now-successful Festival Gift Card. For five years, Baltus balanced a job with the municipality of...
More TVs bought around World Cup, though quality isn't the reason
Television sales at major retailers like Coolblue and MediaMarkt are increasing in the Netherlands as consumers prepare for the World Cup. Despite this trend, experts note that the quality of World Cu...
Max and Zeger don’t make the tastiest kombucha with Aard’g, but the way it’s meant to be: ‘Gut flora loves all those good bacteria’
Max and Zeger, the founders of the Alkmaar-based company Aard’g, specialize in producing traditional kombucha that prioritizes gut health. Their small-scale production process focuses on preserving ...
Action finds success in Spain too: 'Some items are more expensive at the Chinese store than here'
Originally founded in the Netherlands in 1993, the discount retailer Action is rapidly expanding across Europe and currently operates 3,396 stores. The chain is now seeing significant success in Spain...
Ajax midfielder Sivert Mannsverk joins Sparta Prague permanently
Ajax has announced the permanent transfer of Norwegian midfielder Sivert Mannsverk to Sparta Prague. The 24-year-old player, who spent the previous season on loan with the Czech club, officially leave...
Dutch order food en masse during World Cup: Frikandel and pizza Margherita most popular
Dutch food delivery services are experiencing a significant surge in orders as fans watch the national team compete in the World Cup. Popular items include frikandellen and pizza Margherita, leading s...
Readers divided over new herring season coverage: 'It's all commercial hype. They have to be sold anyway'
Dutch readers are divided over the commercial hype and promotional activities surrounding the annual arrival of the new herring season. While some call for an end to the marketing spectacles, others v...
The man who mobilized 300,000 protesters warns: ‘How to bring a government to its knees’
Former FNV leader Lodewijk de Waal provides guidance to current trade union leaders as they launch a week of actions against the Dutch cabinet. Having previously mobilized 300,000 protesters, De Waal ...
Ajax reach agreement with Monaco over Caio Henrique (28)
Ajax has reached an agreement in principle with AS Monaco for the transfer of 28-year-old left-back Caio Henrique. The Amsterdam-based club will reportedly pay a transfer fee of nine million euros, wh...