Number of bankruptcies in Luxembourg ‘stable’ in first quarter
The number of bankruptcies in Luxembourg remained stable in the first quarter of 2025, new data from the country’s Ministry…
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Dutch consumers increasingly concerned about online safety
More than a quarter of Dutch consumers are ‘very concerned’ about the potential misuse of their personal or banking details…
What EU country reported the highest employment rate in 2024?
The Netherlands boasted the highest employment rate in the European Union in 2024, with a rate of 83.5%, according to…
Belgian sea fishing sees decline in landings, turnover
Some 11,423 tonnes of fish were sold in Belgian ports last year, a 7.1% decline from the 12,302 tonnes sold…
Household energy bills 2% lower in the Netherlands
Households in the Netherlands now pay an average of €2,065 for energy annually, which is a 2% decline on last…
Tulip cultivation in the Netherlands grew 29% over the past decade
Tulips from Amsterdam, anyone? The area utilised to grow and cultivate flower bulbs in the Netherlands has risen by 16%…
What country boasts the highest hourly labour costs in the European Union?
Luxembourg boasts the highest hourly labour costs – in other words, the total expenditure borne by employers to employ staff – in…
Employment rate stood at 72.3% in Belgium last year
The employment rate for individuals aged between 20 and 64 stood at 72.3% in Belgium last year, according to the…
What EU country had the highest job vacancy rate in Q4 2024?
Belgium and the Netherlands both reported the highest job vacancy rate in the European Union in the fourth quarter of…
More Belgian couples working full time, data shows
The share of Belgian couples in which both partners work full time has increased significantly in recent years, new data…