Business News in English
Latest business headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Natural disasters cause 87 billion euros in damage in the first half of 2026
Natural disasters, including earthquakes, floods, and wildfires, caused 87 billion euros in global damages during the first half of 2026. According to data from the reinsurer Swiss Re, these figures a...
Ordering from webshop de Bijenkorf barely possible anymore
The Dutch department store de Bijenkorf is currently experiencing significant issues with its online ordering system. Customers are only able to purchase items that are currently in stock at physical ...
Amsterdam civil servants are taking the train instead of flying more often than before
Fuel prices rise again as hopes for peace fade
Fuel prices at the pump in the Netherlands have risen again after a short period of decline. This increase is driven by rising oil prices due to diminishing hopes for a quick reopening of the Strait o...
Trump's company loses $238 million and sells accelerated access to tweets
Trump Media and Technology Group, the parent company of Truth Social, reported a loss of $238 million between April and June. This figure represents a significant increase compared to the company's fi...
Life is more than three percent more expensive than a year ago
According to final figures from the Central Bureau of Statistics, the cost of living in the Netherlands rose by an average of 3.2 percent in July compared to the same month last year.
Another data breach: credit card details stolen from printer Simian
Printing company Simian has confirmed a data breach resulting in the potential exposure of personal information belonging to Dutch and Belgian customers. A smaller subset of these customers also had t...
Scammers send fraudulent letters in the name of Talpa boss John de Mol
Scammers are sending fraudulent letters posing as Talpa Network boss John de Mol to falsely promise recipients financial support. A spokesperson for Talpa Network has confirmed that these deceptive le...
House prices fell in six municipalities, sharpest rise in Achterhoek
While housing prices continue to rise across much of the Netherlands, six municipalities saw a decrease in home prices during the second quarter compared to the previous year. Conversely, the municipa...
Are residents of Haarlem happy with their international fame in The New York Times?
The New York Times has featured Haarlem as a tourist alternative to Amsterdam, sparking debate among local residents regarding potential overcrowding and quality of life. While the local government an...
From Bol to Ajax: what you need to know about the major data breach at partner Ceva
Nout Wellink on the lobby for Klaas Knot at the ECB: 'This is not a matter of making a few phone calls'
Former De Nederlandsche Bank president Nout Wellink explains that securing a top position at the European Central Bank requires extensive diplomatic effort rather than simple casual lobbying. He empha...
KLM adjusts catering on European flights, cheese sandwich to be removed
Starting in October, KLM will update its catering services on European flights. Passengers will no longer receive a complimentary cheese sandwich but will instead have the option to order meals in adv...
Cabinet holiday stress: unions camping out, budget shortfall and no friends in the opposition yet
The Dutch cabinet is facing significant pressure while preparing the upcoming budget ahead of Prinsjesdag. Ministers are struggling with financial shortages and a lack of support from the opposition.
Zandvoort has had enough of litter and swaps disposable cups for reusable ones
Hospitality businesses participating in the Zandvoort Racefestival are switching from disposable plastic cups to reusable hardcups to reduce waste and litter. Starting August 15, visitors will pay a d...
Bijenkorf orders face weeks of delays due to cyberattack
Department store chain de Bijenkorf is experiencing significant shipping delays due to a cyberattack at their logistics partner, CEVA Logistics. Customers have been informed that orders placed current...
Bijenkorf customers must wait until at least September for packages due to data breach
Customers ordering from the Bijenkorf webshop must wait until at least September 3 for their packages. This delay follows a security incident at the company's logistics partner, Ceva Logistics.
Will the Netherlands get another ECB president after Duisenberg? Klaas Knot is on course, but so is a Spaniard
Klaas Knot, the former president of De Nederlandsche Bank, is a strong candidate to become the next president of the European Central Bank. The Dutch Ministry of Finance has confirmed it would support...
Race Planet Amsterdam closes after thirty years: ‘Emotional decision’
Trump lashes out at oil companies over high fuel prices
Former US President Donald Trump has called on major oil companies like ExxonMobil and Chevron to lower fuel prices. He argues that these corporations are profiting excessively from current high oil m...
Rhine hits record low, river splitting threatens German inland shipping
The Rhine river has reached a record-low water level at the Dutch border, threatening navigation further downstream. This situation could have significant negative consequences for the inland shipping...
Dutch industry sees significant growth spurt driven by machine engineering
The Dutch industrial sector experienced significant growth in June, with production increasing by 4.6 percent compared to the previous year. Data from the CBS indicates that this rise was primarily dr...
The Odyssey is Nolan's most successful film with 1.1 billion dollars in revenue
The film The Odyssey has become director Christopher Nolan's most successful movie to date, grossing $1.1 billion worldwide. It surpasses the 2012 film The Dark Knight Rises, which previously held the...
GVB pilot with 1 instead of 2 ferry operators faces criticism: "Safety a major concern"
Public transport operator GVB is considering a trial to reduce the number of ferry operators from two to one per vessel to address persistent staff shortages. The plan has sparked strong criticism fro...
Thirty years after Lovers Rail, rail competition still struggles to take off
Bol removes multiple eclipse glasses from its site due to safety requirements
Bol has removed approximately twenty types of eclipse glasses from its online store because it could not guarantee they met safety standards. The company took this action following reports regarding t...
Hospitality sector responds to growing demand for non-alcoholic drinks
Non-alcoholic beverages are becoming increasingly popular in the Netherlands, particularly among younger generations who are prioritizing healthier lifestyles. This consumer shift is significantly inf...
Burritos, tacos and bowls: Salsa Shop opens first location in Haarlem
Mexican restaurant chain Salsa Shop has opened its first location in Haarlem on the Kruisstraat. This new establishment marks the nineteenth branch of the chain to open in the Netherlands.
Paramount promises to release thirty films per year after acquisition
Paramount and Skydance have agreed to commit to producing thirty theatrical films annually following their merger. This commitment is being formalized through agreements with the two largest cinema ch...
