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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.
The great electrification
The great electrification is reshaping the energy system of the EU at unprecedented speed.
Housing Market Quarterly: House prices will rise slightly this year
Prices of existing owner-occupied homes will rise only slightly this year. The wave of ex-rental sales and more housing construction are providing relief on the Dutch
Dutch economy expected to grow, but the war in the Middle East clouds the outlook
We expect the Dutch economy to grow by 1.4% this year and 1.5% next year, assuming the conflict in the Middle East remains short lived.
Monthly Outlook: Grappling with known unknowns
Four themes dominate markets: uncertainty about the Fed's future direction, AI, restructuring of US tariff policy and rising geopolitical risks in the Middle East
Europe’s hydrogen infrastructure: The gap between ambition and reality
Europe has set ambitious goals for a continent-wide hydrogen network, but actual progress remains limited.
Global greenhouse update 2026
Governments’ growing focus on self-sufficiency, climate risks, and steady tech advances are influencing greenhouse investment patterns and crop strategies worldwide.
Exclusive Global pork quarterly Q1 2026: Industry takes a cautious approach to growth; refocused on productivity
Global pork markets in 2026 are defined by tightening herds, shifting trade policies, and persistent disease pressures.
Monthly Outlook: Wear an extra vest
“Buckle up” was our main message last month. Events since early December have only reinforced that view. A cold Arctic wind may require an extra vest this year, too.
Exclusive Global poultry quarterly Q1 2026: Another bullish year for poultry, but with more market volatility
The outlook for the global poultry industry remains strong for 2026, with another year of robust growth of around 2.5%. Operational excellence should be a major focus.
Farming and biodiversity: Challenges, commitments, and opportunities
Biodiversity is essential for farming, but agriculture also drives its decline. New policies and incentives are reshaping risks and business opportunities for farmers.
Dutch housing market quarterly: No signs of cooling even as supply grows
The sell-off wao 4.8% in 2026.
Dutch economy expected to continue growing in 2026 and 2027, but unemployment will rise
The Dutch economy is expected to continue growing by 1.3% over the next two years, driven mainly by household consumption and government spending.