Economy News in English
Latest economy headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
France relaxes cheese rules due to lack of grass caused by drought
France is temporarily relaxing strict production regulations for traditional cheeses like Comté due to severe drought. Farmers are now permitted to feed their cows alternative fodder because insuffic...
War kept travelers away from Dubai, but air traffic is picking up again
Dubai International Airport experienced a 31 percent drop in passenger numbers during the first half of the year due to the conflict between Israel and Iran. Traffic at the airport is now beginning to...
Inspectorate threatens fines for noisy night flights at Schiphol
SpaceX to invest billions in new spaceport for moon and Mars missions
SpaceX plans to invest approximately 85 billion euros to construct a major new spaceport in Louisiana. This facility is intended to serve as a key base for future missions to the moon and Mars.
German beer sellers already swamped by Dutch customers, and that's before the tax hike kicks in
Dutch consumers are increasingly traveling to Germany to purchase beer in order to take advantage of significant price differences. This trend is expected to grow as residents anticipate future excise...
Many customers get stuck with company chatbots
Many companies in the Netherlands now use chatbots as the first point of contact for customer inquiries. However, research shows that over seventy percent of consumers fail to receive an answer or ass...
From Copenhagen to Paris, this is how international rail travel from Amsterdam is growing
International rail travel from Amsterdam is experiencing growth as new carriers introduce services to destinations like Copenhagen, Paris, and Berlin. However, further expansion faces significant hurd...
Border pumps are on their own: 'They no longer know what to do'
Independent gas station owners near the Dutch border are struggling to survive as record-high fuel prices drive motorists to seek cheaper alternatives in neighboring countries. These small business ow...
Netherlands will not meet gas storage target for winter
Gasunie has announced that the Netherlands will not meet its targeted gas storage levels before the winter season. While officials note that the current supply should be sufficient for a typical winte...
Young people shop on weekends, the elderly on Fridays: this is what the Dutch payment rhythm looks like
An analysis of millions of debit card transactions by ABN Amro reveals a predictable spending pattern among the Dutch population. The data highlights a distinct generational difference, with younger p...
Shopping during Formula 1: ringing cash registers in menswear, silence in lingerie
Local businesses in Zandvoort experienced varying levels of success during the final Formula 1 race weekend, with hospitality and souvenir retailers seeing increased sales while other niche shops stru...
Canada imposes tariffs on billions of euros in US goods
Canada has announced import tariffs on American goods valued at approximately 17 billion euros in retaliation for duties imposed by the Trump administration on Canadian products. The measures target a...
Rain prevents further shipping issues to Rotterdam port
Recent rainfall in the Rhine basin has prevented further disruptions to shipping traffic bound for the Port of Rotterdam. However, the Port of Rotterdam Authority states that shipping conditions have ...
Venetian island with Napoleonic fort put up for sale
An island off the coast of Venice featuring lush gardens and a fort commissioned by Napoleon Bonaparte has been listed for sale. The property offers a unique historical site with significant architect...
Lego closes first half with record revenue and sees profits rise by 32 percent
Lego reported a record revenue of 5.6 billion euros for the first half of 2026, marking a 21 percent increase compared to the previous year. The Danish toy manufacturer also saw its profits grow by 32...
Ryanair slams Jetten cabinet over 'failing' aviation policy
Ryanair has criticized the Dutch government for its aviation policy, specifically targeting the national flight tax. The airline described the levy as a fake green tax and urged for changes to the cur...
Cancellations and delays on German long-distance trains are increasing
Deutsche Bahn has reported an increase in cancellations and delays for long-distance train services during the first half of this year. Nearly 8 percent of these trips experienced a partial or full ca...
Bol can ship orders on time again after nearly three weeks
Online retailer Bol has resumed on-time shipping for all orders nearly three weeks after a cyberattack hit its logistics partner, CEVA. The attack previously caused significant delays and cancellation...
LEGO profits from World Cup and overtakes Barbie maker Mattel
LEGO has gained significant market share over the past six months due to popular new themes, including a replica of the FIFA World Cup trophy and various pop culture sets. This growth has allowed the ...
Scammers strike during transition from iDeal to Wero: Fraud Helpdesk warns of phishing emails
The Dutch Fraud Helpdesk has issued a warning regarding a new phishing campaign targeting users during the transition from iDeal to the new European payment system, Wero. Scammers are sending fraudule...
Sander and Maartje think they are saving, but are just parking their money elsewhere for a while
A Dutch couple, Sander and Maartje, struggle to build savings despite having a steady income and no debts. Although they set aside 400 euros each month, they consistently transfer the money back to th...
Strait of Hormuz increasingly empty: only two ships passed through on Monday
Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has dropped to its lowest level since May, with only two vessels passing through on Monday. This decline occurs amid threats from Iran to take measures ag...
Why are there protests at Schiphol security checkpoints, despite airport intervention?
Trump raises tariffs on Canadian cars and steel to 50 percent
Starting January 1, the United States will increase import tariffs on all Canadian cars and steel from 25 percent to 50 percent. This policy change represents a significant doubling of the existing ta...
Bitcoin continues to rise, reaching $80,000 for the first time in months
The price of Bitcoin has risen to over 80,000 dollars, marking its highest value since mid-May. This surge in interest follows recent interventions by the United States government in the bond market.
NS introduces cheaper train tickets during off-peak hours
Starting Tuesday, the Dutch railway company NS is introducing cheaper train tickets for passengers who travel outside of peak hours. This initiative aims to reduce crowding by encouraging travelers to...
Eline (30) earns 2,650 euros and has a student debt of 50,000 euros: ‘I don’t want moving in together to be purely a financial choice’
US takes far-reaching economic measures against Iran
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that the United States is launching an economic offensive against Iran. The measures also extend to any nations that assist Iran with money laundering a...
Pride dominates in Zandvoort, door remains always open for Grand Prix return
Following the conclusion of the final Formula 1 event in Zandvoort, Mayor David Moolenburgh expressed pride in the positive impact the races had on the town's infrastructure and image. While no furthe...
Bijenkorf webshop fully operational weeks after cyberattack
The Bijenkorf webshop has returned to full functionality following a cyberattack at a logistics partner earlier this month. The incident had previously caused temporary ordering issues for many produc...