Dutch residents took 22 million summer holidays last year
Close to three quarters of the Dutch population – or around 22 million people – took one or more holidays during summer…
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Close to two thirds of Dutch businesses facing staff shortages, many turning to automation
With 64% of Dutch businesses facing staff shortages, many are prioritising investment in automation – including robotics and artificial intelligence…
Dairy and cheese production increased in Belgium last year
The production of cheese and fresh dairy in Belgium continued to grow last year, with cheese production up 24% on…
What European country saw the biggest decrease in agricultural output prices in Q1 2026?
Belgium reported the biggest decrease in agricultural output prices across the European Union in the first quarter of this year,…
Luxembourg’s population could reach one-million mark by 2070
The population of Luxembourg could reach one-million inhabitants by 2070, driven by migration and economic growth, STATEC, the country’s statistics…
Employment rate in Luxembourg rose by 1.5% in the final quarter of last year
The employment rate in Luxembourg grew at a rate of 1.5% in the final quarter of last year, compared to…
Percentage of young people entering the housing market in the Netherlands falls by 12%
The percentage of young people (aged 25 and under) entering the housing market in the Netherlands was down by 12%…
Consumer confidence records second-largest drop on record in the Netherlands
Consumer confidence in the Netherlands reported its second-largest drop on record in April 2026, falling to -44, from -30 the…
Inflation rate in Luxembourg rises to 2.4% in March, almost double that of February
The inflation rate in Luxembourg rose to 2.4% in March, up from 1.3% the previous month, according to Statec, Luxembourg’s…
Luxembourg retail sales rise 11.9% in February 2026, highest in EU
Luxembourg reported a 11.9% annual increase in retail sales in February 2026, the highest in the European Union, new data…