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The Netherlands
Gain unique local insights into the Dutch housing market, labor market, and economy, including sectoral, demographic, and regional economic developments across the Netherlands.
Dutch nitrogen plans bring stricter targets, zoning, and a smaller herd
The government's plans propose company-specific emissions ceilings, additional requirements in zones, and a ceiling to livestock density.
Battery Energy Storage Systems in Europe
Battery energy storage systems (BESS) are expected to play an instrumental role in integrating the increasing share of intermittent renewable energy sources.
The great electrification
The great electrification is reshaping the energy system of the EU at unprecedented speed.
A good time to buy: Predicting Dutch household consumption with consumer sentiment
The Dutch consumer confidence indicator “a good time for large purchases” predicts household spending better than the headline index.
What's on the Menu? Foodservice update 1H 2026
New market dynamics redefine international growth strategies in foodservice. An update on current developments and indicators in the foodservice industry.
Exclusive Shifting tides: How supply constraints in wild seafood are reshaping Dutch consumption
Declining consumption, shifting preferences, and rising aquaculture (especially salmon) reshape the Dutch seafood market toward convenience and retail-friendly formats.
Dutch housing market quarterly: End of the price rally – housing market cools down
The Dutch housing market is visibly cooling down. We do not expect house prices to rise further this year, although the annual growth figure will still be 2.8%.
From HBEs to EREs in the Netherlands – New income opportunities for smaller businesses and households in electric mobility
With the move from HBEs to EREs, new ways to earn from electric mobility emerge in the Netherlands, although returns remain uncertain.
Economic Quarterly The Netherlands June 2026: Middle East crisis causes economic pain, but no recession
The ongoing crisis in the Middle East continues to dominate the economic outlook, causing disruptions to energy markets and supply chains worldwide.
Exclusive Global mushroom cultivation is becoming larger in scale and more automated
Mushroom growers worldwide are scaling up and embracing automation as stagnant demand, labor shortages, and sustainability pressures intensify in many regions.
Monthly Outlook: Waiting
As the conflict between the United States and Iran approaches its two-month mark, financial markets are still grappling with the implications.
Exclusive Global pork quarterly Q2 2026: Conflict in the Middle East brings limited near-term impact but potential longer-term risks
Indirect risks from Middle East tensions, rising input costs, and shifting China and EU production dynamics are reshaping margins and trade in global pork markets.