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Amsterdam business news for August 3, 2026

More than 80 percent of Amsterdam homes now sell above asking price, a nationwide 24-hour public transport strike is set for 9 September, and Dutch economic growth accelerated to 1.3 percent in the second quarter.

Bidding above asking price increases for Amsterdam home buyers

Bidding above asking price increases for Amsterdam home buyers

More than 80 percent of Amsterdam homes sold in the first half of the year went for above the asking price, as competition among buyers keeps intensifying.

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Nationwide public transport strike planned for September 9

Nationwide public transport strike planned for September 9

A 24-hour nationwide public transport strike on 9 September will halt trains, trams and buses, including local services in Amsterdam.

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Dutch economy accelerates as household spending picks up

Dutch economy accelerates as household spending picks up

Dutch economic growth accelerated to 1.3 percent in the second quarter, driven by stronger household spending and resilient trade.

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Soaring costs and delays hit Amsterdam's planned Oostbrug across the IJ

Soaring costs and delays hit Amsterdam's planned Oostbrug across the IJ

Projected costs for the planned Oostbrug across the IJ have doubled, pushing the bridge's opening back to at least 2034.

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Unilever expects no major Dutch job cuts following food division sale

Unilever expects no major Dutch job cuts following food division sale

Unilever says its Dutch facilities, including the research operations in Wageningen, will remain intact after selling Knorr and other food brands to McCormick & Co.

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