Dutch business and economy news in English, from markets and major companies to jobs, startups, trade, regulation and consumer trends.
The Dutch biotech sector faces increasing competition from China, with faster and cheaper medicine development challenging Dutch innovation.
ASN Bank sees a 9% profit increase after consolidating brands like SNS and Regiobank, improving customer experience.
Philip Morris's AI-driven campaign against Dutch tobacco laws criticized by Reclame Code Commissie for misleading public opinion.
The brands themselves were not hacked. The incident involved systems operated by logistics partners, and not every customer was affected.
Accell's financial troubles threaten nearly 3,700 jobs as it requests a payment extension, impacting Dutch bicycle brands like Sparta and Batavus.
Heineken's global sales have increased, with Asia showing strong growth, while European sales decline slightly.
The sprinkler ban in Western Netherlands threatens growers with significant financial losses as water scarcity impacts the horticultural sector.
Albert Heijn changes its saving stamps program, doubling the time to fill booklets. The value remains unchanged, impacting Dutch shoppers.
The Netherlands and Belgium have launched a new high-voltage line, boosting electricity exchange capacity and supporting industrial demand.
The ongoing drought in the Netherlands is impacting Dutch waterways, disrupting vital transportation routes and affecting the economy.
