Jesse Groenewegen works as economist for RaboResearch Netherlands.
He covers both short-term and long-term developments in the Dutch economy. Previously, he worked for the Ministry of Finance. Jesse studied economics at the University of Oxford.
Economic Comment
The Greens have left coalition discussions. Christian Union will now probably join negotiations. A stable majority coalition is viable. New elections are unlikely.
Economic Report
It has been almost ninety days since elections in the Netherlands, yet the country is still without a new government. Why is it taking so long? Will Wilders get a chance to govern? Are new elections possible?
Dutch Housing Market Quarterly Dutch version
On the Dutch housing market, more transactions than ever in the first quarter: 55,911 homes changed owners. Prices rose by 6.8% in the first quarter compared to the first quarter last year. We expect a price increase of at least 6.5% for 2017.
Column
Frankrijk kwam beter uit de crisis dan Nederland. Daar kunnen de onderhandelaars aan de formatietafel wat van leren: Herzie de schotten tussen pensioen- en woningvermogen.
Economic Update Dutch version
First signs of economic growth this year are positive and government finances are showing further improvement. At the same time, there are still issues regarding the labour market. Elderly workers still find it more difficult to find a job than younger workers.
Economic Comment
The Dutch Tweede Kamer elections are two weeks away. Our previous publication with three scenarios for the likely result is still current. But how accurate are the polls?
Economic Comment
With elections in the Netherlands in three weeks, the eurosceptic PVV party of Geert Wilders still has the lead in the latest opinion polls. What would a future government look like if he wins?
Economic Comment
De Nederlandse economie blijft goed draaien. Volgens de eerste raming van het CBS nam het volume van het bruto binnenlands product (bbp) in Nederland met 0,5 procent toe in het vierde kwartaal van 2016 ten opzichte van het kwartaal ervoor.