Business News in English
Latest business headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
European industry must be better protected against Chinese imports
The European Commission has declared that the current trade relationship with China is unsustainable and requires stronger protection for European industry. While Brussels still considers China an imp...
Cheap train connection to Paris announced: ‘Expect this to go through the roof’
Starting late this year, Dutch company GoVolta will launch a new daily train service from Amsterdam to Paris via Brabant. Tickets for the route will be available starting at 19 euros.
Oil prices dip on hopes of potential Iran-US deal
Oil prices declined slightly on Friday following reports of a potential agreement between Iran and the United States. The deal is expected to include an extension of the ceasefire and the reopening of...
'Why do Bachplein and Europaplein get a blue zone?' Frustration among residents and business owners in Heemskerk after council decision
Residents and business owners on Rijksstraatweg in Heemskerk are frustrated after the local council rejected their request for a blue zone parking area. The community proposed the measure to address p...
End of OV-chipkaart nears: new public transport pass now on sale at all Primera stores
The new OV-pass is now available for purchase at all 550 Primera stores across the Netherlands, establishing a national physical retail network for the OVpay system. This rollout marks a significant s...
Supermarket Dirk skips World Cup fever: ‘Promotions only make groceries more expensive’
Dutch supermarket chain Dirk has announced it will not participate in World Cup-related promotional campaigns, stating that such marketing efforts drive up the cost of groceries. While competitors lik...
Eurozone consumers adjust spending behavior due to 'double scar', says ECB
Research from the European Central Bank indicates that consumers in the Eurozone have adjusted their spending behavior faster than expected following the conflict in the Middle East. Economists warn t...
SpaceX adjusts ambition: 'only' $1.8 trillion for historic IPO
SpaceX is targeting a valuation of at least $1.8 trillion for its upcoming initial public offering, according to reports from Bloomberg. This figure represents a slight downward adjustment from the co...
Wolves cause damage to livestock farming, but economic impact is limited
Research from Wageningen University & Research indicates that the presence of wolves in the Netherlands has a limited economic impact at both national and provincial levels despite damage to livestock...
Brussels gives green light for largest dairy merger ever
The European Commission has approved the merger between the Swedish-Danish Arla Foods, German DMK, and Dutch cooperative DOC Kaas. The regulator determined that the transaction does not pose competiti...
Dutch industry passes high war prices on to customers
The prices charged by Dutch industrial companies rose by an average of 4.9 percent in April compared to the same month last year. This increase marks a significant acceleration from the 1.4 percent ri...
Finally hitting the jackpot in Brussels: Dutch scientists secure €5 billion from EU funds
Dutch scientists have secured 5 billion euros from a European innovation fund since 2021. This marks a rare instance where the Netherlands, typically a net contributor to EU budgets, receives more mon...
Many outdoor workers at increased risk of skin cancer: 20 percent work unprotected in direct sunlight
Approximately 20 percent of outdoor workers, including construction workers and beach staff, work in direct sunlight without skin protection, increasing their risk of skin cancer. While these individu...
Amine and Mo (12) do good business with smelly bins
Twelve-year-olds Amine and Mo have started a trash can cleaning business in Badhoevedorp to earn money during the summer holidays. After investing 100 euros of their own savings into equipment, the du...
Solar panel warranty means repairs are truly free, says Disputes Committee
The Dutch Disputes Committee has clarified that solar panel warranties must cover the full cost of repairing or replacing defective components, such as inverters. This confirmation ensures that parts ...
Blue Origin rocket explodes during test
A rocket belonging to Jeff Bezos's space company, Blue Origin, exploded during a hot-fire test at Cape Canaveral. The company reported that an "anomaly" occurred during the procedure, but confirmed th...
Amsterdam strives to be a leading tech hub but keeps falling behind: ‘We are losing to cities we should be beating’
Dutch House of Representatives highly critical of EU-Asian aviation agreement
The Dutch House of Representatives has expressed strong criticism regarding a new aviation treaty between the European Commission and Southeast Asian nations. While some political parties are concerne...
Hope prevails in the anxious days of Theater De Krocht: 'We’ve already shown what this theater can be'
Theater De Krocht in Zandvoort has experienced a difficult start despite a significant and costly renovation. The operator, Beleef Zandvoort, remains hopeful for the future and aims to demonstrate the...
Ferrari shares recover on interest in electric model
Ferrari's stock price recovered on the Milan exchange on Thursday following positive remarks from CEO Benedetto Vigna regarding the company's first fully electric model. Vigna stated that the Italian ...
Sending mailbox parcels and bereavement cards will soon cost nearly 4 euros
PostNL has announced a price increase for sending mourning cards with priority delivery starting July 12. The cost for this express postal service will rise to 3.25 euros per letter.
Gas storage levels lag, state-owned EBN steps in
Dutch Minister Stientje van Veldhoven has informed Parliament that energy companies are currently failing to store sufficient gas for the coming winter. At the government's request, state-owned compan...
US blocks access for Iranian airlines
The United States will block Iranian airlines from accessing landing sites, refueling stations, and ticket sales as part of an ongoing economic campaign. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated t...
Cultural and creative sector calls for clear rules on AI use
The Dutch cultural and creative sector is calling for clear regulations on the use of artificial intelligence following a study commissioned by the Kunstenbond. Stakeholders, including freelancers and...
Jetten: door remains open for talks with employers and unions
Prime Minister Rob Jetten stated that the Dutch cabinet remains open to continuing negotiations with trade unions and employers regarding social security reforms. The statement follows the unions' dec...
Low wind in Germany: Dutch hourly electricity price spikes to 60 cents per kWh tonight
Dynamic electricity prices in the Netherlands are set to spike to nearly 60 cents per kilowatt-hour this Thursday evening. The price surge is driven by a combination of low wind power generation in Ge...
'It’s becoming increasingly unsafe there.' Municipality and businesses fed up with motorcycle lessons on Ted Vermeulenweg
The municipality of Haarlem and local business owners are taking steps to stop motorcycle lessons on Ted Vermeulenweg in the Waarderpolder industrial area due to safety concerns and nuisance. New park...
Unions on collision course with cabinet, talks halted after Catshuis meeting
Negotiations between labor unions, employers, and the Dutch cabinet regarding proposed social security budget cuts have collapsed without an agreement. Union leader Hans Spekman announced that talks h...
Slight increase in sick leave and 10% more accidents at GVB last year
Amsterdam public transport operator GVB reported a 9% employee sickness rate and a 10% increase in traffic accidents in 2025, totaling 965 incidents. Despite operational challenges like staff shortage...
Criticism of period tracking apps asking about unprotected sex and masturbation: ‘A lot of intimate information’
A study commissioned by Bits of Freedom highlights that menstrual cycle tracking apps collect highly intimate data, such as sexual activity and masturbation habits, often without users knowing how it ...