Business News in English
Latest business headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
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...
Payments to Syria easier now that country is off US terror list
Syria's removal from the United States list of state sponsors of terrorism has facilitated the resumption of international card payments in the country. While the U.S. has lifted various sanctions to ...
Number of young people on welfare rises for third year in a row
The number of people receiving welfare in the Netherlands has risen for three consecutive years, with the sharpest increase occurring among individuals under the age of 27. Factors such as mental heal...
New wave of complaints about real estate agents: 'Add 10,000 euros and the house is yours'
Vereniging Eigen Huis has received nearly 1,000 complaints regarding unethical behavior by real estate agents, including manipulative bidding practices and lack of transparency. The organization is no...
Unions continue preparations for Schiphol security guard strikes
Amsterdam-Rhine Canal to close for large ships at night
Urgent advice: Tax authorities must do more to prevent lawsuits with citizens
The first independent advocate for taxpayers has advised the Dutch Tax and Customs Administration to prioritize conflict resolution to avoid lawsuits with citizens and entrepreneurs. The report also r...
Investors cheer record figures from US chipmaker Nvidia, driving ASML, ASMI and Besi higher
Investors responded enthusiastically to Nvidia's record-breaking earnings, which were driven by high demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure. This positive market sentiment also led to a ris...
Support for more accessible public spaces
Starting March 1, 2026, the city of Haarlem is offering subsidies to shop owners, restaurants, and social organizations to improve physical accessibility for people with disabilities. Owners can apply...
Major raid could cost Gideon his thrift store: "I'm no arms dealer, am I?"
A second-hand store owner in Aalsmeer faces a potential three-month closure after authorities discovered illegal weapons, counterfeit goods, and undocumented workers on the premises. While the owner c...
FIOD raids firm in 23 million euro investment fraud investigation
The Dutch Fiscal Intelligence and Investigation Service (FIOD) has conducted searches at three locations as part of an investigation into a major investment fraud scheme. A 46-year-old man is suspecte...
Oil transport continues to recover, Kuwait and Qatar join maritime relay
Oil transport through the Strait of Hormuz has recovered to 70 percent of its capacity. Kuwait and Qatar have joined the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia in transferring oil between ships on the ...
PLUS also recalls organic brie due to potential listeria contamination
Supermarket chain PLUS is recalling its organic brie due to a potential Listeria contamination. This follows a similar recall recently issued by the Jumbo supermarket chain.
Khaled (16): 'With a job guarantee, I can start building my future now'
Young people can now enroll in specialized vocational training programs that offer guaranteed employment upon completion. These programs target sectors currently facing significant labor shortages.
AI chipmaker NVIDIA expects more massive growth due to sustained demand
AI chipmaker NVIDIA continues to generate significant profits as demand for their technology remains high. The company projects a 70 percent increase in revenue for the coming year as they struggle to...
Margaret Versteden-van Duijn steps down after one year as CEO of Albert Heijn, Etos and Gall & Gall and receives promotion within Ahold Delhaize
Margaret Versteden-van Duijn will step down as CEO of Albert Heijn, Etos, and Gall & Gall after one year to take on a new leadership role as CEO of Ahold Delhaize Europe & Indonesia. Her transition to...
Wave of rental properties being sold off appears to be over
The trend of investors selling off rental properties in the Netherlands has slowed down, according to data from the Land Registry. This decline in market supply is particularly impacting first-time ho...
ASML plays key role in doubling of Dutch chip industry
The Dutch semiconductor industry has doubled in revenue and employment over the past six years according to recent data from Statistics Netherlands. ASML is highlighted as a significant contributor to...
Silence surrounds Mysteryland: entrepreneurs miss out on income and await news
Local businesses near the Haarlemmermeerse Bos are experiencing a loss in revenue due to the cancellation of the Mysteryland festival this year. While organizers state that a new team is working on up...
Making money is more important than good family ties, biography ‘The Beckhams’ shows
Advisory council sounds major alarm: we are losing industry and thousands of jobs to China and the US
The Netherlands and the broader European region risk losing significant industry and thousands of jobs to China and the United States. In response, the Scientific Council for Government Policy advises...
Jumbo recalls brie and gorgonzola due to possible listeria contamination
Supermarket chain Jumbo has issued a recall for its private-label brie and gorgonzola cheeses due to potential listeria contamination. Customers are warned that consuming the products could lead to se...
Amsterdam-Noord expects GVB ferry operators to join major public transport strike on September 9
US company cancels acquisition of Dutch IT firm Solvinity
American company Kyndryl has cancelled its acquisition of the Dutch IT firm Solvinity. The deal was controversial because Solvinity manages the platform behind DigiD, leading to concerns regarding the...
Poorly timed job change can cost you thousands of euros in pension
The transition to a new pension system in the Netherlands may cause tens of thousands of workers to lose thousands of euros in potential compensation if they switch jobs at the wrong time. Affected in...
Transavia and Corendon criticize higher flight tax: 'Government uses travelers as a cash cow'
Corendon and Transavia have expressed strong criticism regarding the significant increase in the Dutch aviation tax. The airlines argue that the new rates will be much higher than those in neighboring...
Little fear of gas shortages, but concerns over high prices
Although there is little fear of an actual gas shortage in the Netherlands, concerns remain regarding potential price spikes during a severe winter. Experts warn that extreme cold could strain supplie...
Higher gambling tax leads to losses for Holland Casino
Holland Casino reported a loss of over 6 million euros in the first half of the year, primarily due to an increase in gambling tax. Despite the financial decline, visitor numbers remained stable at ov...
Meta settles for billions in mega-lawsuit over addictive apps
Meta has agreed to a settlement of up to $16.7 billion to resolve a major U.S. lawsuit concerning the addictive design of its Facebook and Instagram platforms. As part of the agreement, the company wi...
Healthcare entrepreneur arrested in investigation into money laundering of tens of millions of euros
Police have arrested a 41-year-old healthcare entrepreneur in Amsterdam for his alleged involvement in a money laundering scheme involving tens of millions of euros. The suspect is accused of embezzli...