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Latest business headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
From espionage to 99.9999 percent pure gas: how the race between China and ASML is unfolding
China is intensifying efforts to develop its own independent semiconductor production capabilities in response to American restrictions and competition with the Dutch company ASML. Experts note that C...
Dutch tax authority goes on 'camel hunt' to tackle overcrowded offices on Tuesdays and Thursdays
Employers in the Netherlands are struggling with the 'Tuesday-Thursday economy' as staff increasingly prefer working in the office on these days while choosing remote work or leave for the rest of the...
Hundreds of ships stuck off Strait of Hormuz, oil prices rise slightly
Military confrontations between the United States and Iran have led to a near-total blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, stranding hundreds of ships in the Persian Gulf. Consequently, global oil prices h...
International students ultimately contribute more money to the Netherlands
Research from the Centraal Planbureau indicates that international students provide a net positive financial contribution to the Netherlands through taxes and social premiums. While their arrival has ...
Fixed energy contract now hundreds of euros more expensive due to high gas prices
Households in the Netherlands are experiencing a sharp increase in energy costs, with new fixed contracts costing nearly 600 euros more per year than in February. This price hike is largely attributed...
Initiators cite new argument for three wind turbines: they could power 18,000 new homes in Amsterdam
Initiators are proposing three new wind turbines at Noorder IJplas to help relieve pressure on Amsterdam's overloaded electricity grid. The project could provide enough power for 18,000 homes, and sup...
Ajax reaches agreement with Werder Bremen on loan of Youri Regeer
Ajax has reached a loan agreement with Werder Bremen for midfielder Youri Regeer that includes a purchase option. This decision follows the arrival of Sofyan Amrabat, while the club is also working to...
Ajax reaches agreement with Werder Bremen on Youri Regeer, Carrizo also heading for the exit
Ajax has reached an agreement to loan midfielder Youri Regeer to Werder Bremen with an option to buy. Furthermore, the club is sending winger Maher Carrizo on loan to FC Kopenhagen to manage their ros...
KNVB wants different FIFA structure and to host international summit
The KNVB has publicly expressed a lack of confidence in FIFA president Gianni Infantino and is calling for a structural overhaul of the organization. The Dutch football association advocates for incre...
Wall Street wunderkind loses 30 billion in days as AI investment model fails
Leopold Aschenbrenner, a young financier who previously worked at FTX, lost 30 billion dollars of his fund's value in three days when his AI-driven investment strategy failed. The massive collapse for...
I expected it to be more impoverished: we took the controversial budget train to Germany and this is what we noticed
Budget train operator GoVolta has faced criticism following its announcement of low-cost rail travel to Berlin. A reporter tested the service, comparing the experience to the standard ICE trains to de...
The greenhouse | Regional products are not just fun for holidays
This article discusses the importance of supporting local, sustainable agriculture by prioritizing the origin and quality of food products over low prices. The author highlights that Dutch consumers c...
Energy shortage looms, but The Hague is in no rush with new nuclear power plant
Despite acknowledging the necessity of a new nuclear power plant to ensure energy security, the Dutch government is failing to make progress due to political disagreements over costs and potential loc...
Family does not have to leave home despite thousands of euros in rent arrears
A Diemen family facing eviction due to 8,200 euros in rent arrears has been allowed to stay in their home by a judge. The court ruled that the rights and well-being of the family's two minor children ...
Maritime organization: About 400 ships still stuck in Persian Gulf
Around four hundred ships are currently stranded in the Persian Gulf following severe disruptions to maritime traffic near the Strait of Hormuz. International officials report that at least nineteen s...
European gas stocks heading for lowest levels in years after summer period
European natural gas storage levels are at risk of hitting thirteen-year lows as high summer electricity demand hindered efforts to reach winter reserve targets. While some countries like Italy and Po...
Trump announces 'historic' oil deal with Venezuela
President Trump has announced a new partnership to manage 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil reserves in an effort to stabilize U.S. gas prices and aid Venezuela's economic reconstruction. The deal ...
Instagram addictive? Meta demands YouTube and TikTok take action too
Meta has reached an 18 billion dollar settlement with 29 U.S. states to address allegations that its platforms are addictive to minors. The agreement mandates new safety restrictions for teenagers in ...
Food Center Amsterdam
The historic Food Center in Amsterdam-West is being transformed into a new urban district called the Marktkwartier that blends residential living with commercial food supply operations. Artist Mirre Y...
Private label strawberry jam now costs only 69 cents, A-brand 3.39: the fierce battle behind the prices
Supermarket chains in the Netherlands are engaging in an intense pricing battle between private label products and premium A-brands. Industry experts explain that the significant price differences are...
Amsterdam tenant forces rent reduction from 1200 to 380 euros and survives landlord's eviction attempt
An Amsterdam tenant successfully challenged an exorbitant rent payment, leading the Rent Tribunal to reduce their monthly costs from 1208 euros to approximately 380 euros. The landlord subsequently fa...
Real estate agents agree: the bidding process needs to be clearer
Real estate associations NVM and Vastgoed Nederland are calling for new legal regulations to improve transparency in the home bidding process. They are joining the Vereniging Eigen Huis in advocating ...
Lil' Kleine demands hundreds of thousands back from former manager Nathan Moszkowicz
Rapper Lil' Kleine is suing his former manager, Nathan Moszkowicz, for approximately 350,000 euros. The rapper claims the money was improperly transferred to Moszkowicz's company following a major dea...
Fed official Kevin Warsh says US central bank must fight inflation
Federal Reserve official Kevin Warsh has called for the United States central bank to address inflation, which has exceeded its two percent target for over five years. While Warsh advocates for potent...
Swapfiets tracks down more stolen bikes but remains unprofitable
Swapfiets reported a reduced loss of 7 million euros on 97 million euros of revenue in 2025, largely driven by e-bike sales and better recovery of stolen inventory. Although the company maintains 280,...
Naomi Italiaander steps down as JA21 Amsterdam councilor
Naomi Italiaander has resigned from her position as a JA21 city councilor in Amsterdam to prioritize her career in the cyber security sector. Her council seat will be filled by Stef Keij, who was the ...
NS could have explained rules for cheap subscription better
NS offered a heavily discounted summer rail subscription to 400,000 travelers, but the company admitted that the terms and automatic renewal process were not communicated clearly enough. While users p...
Saving points at MediaMarkt takes five times longer due to new terms
MediaMarkt is increasing the number of points required for a 20 euro discount voucher from 1,000 to 5,000 starting September 28. The company states this change is necessary to maintain the long-term v...
Remaining gas grid users may face four times higher transport costs
The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets warns that gas transport costs for remaining users could quadruple by 2050 as the customer base shrinks. High removal costs for idle connections are...
Staff shortage: night shipping on Amsterdam-Rhine Canal impossible for dozens of vessels
The Amsterdam-Rhine Canal will close to large vessels and those carrying hazardous goods at night starting next week due to a shortage of traffic controllers at Rijkswaterstaat. The staffing crisis, w...