Special Dutch version
Our results show that China disproportionately would bear the brunt of a US-China trade war, especially in case of a further escalation. Although most losses end up in these countries that are directly involved, the bilateral trade war also negatively affects third parties, such as the Eurozone and The Netherlands.
Special
This Special re-assesses the economic impact of the US-China trade war, using more advanced methodologies. Our analysis shows that China disproportionately would bear the brunt of a US-China trade war, especially in case of a further escalation.
Dutch Housing Market Quarterly Dutch version
In the third quarter the number of sales declined yet again on the Dutch housing market, but prices rose with no less than 9.2 percent. In other countries though, including the UK, prices for owner-occupied homes are declining again. An omen for the Dutch market?
Economic Update Dutch version
The Dutch economy keeps expanding, with especially remarkable growth in the number of jobs. Surprisingly though, consumers are becoming slightly less optimistic.
Economic Update Dutch version
The Dutch economy is enjoying an extended summer, but the days are getting shorter. Confidence is waning and a shortage of labour is beginning to constrain the economic expansion.
Economic Quarterly Report Dutch version
We are expecting that the Netherlands will be able to keep up with last year’s pace and forecast a 2.9% GDP growth. Starting in 2019 we expect growth to moderately slow down to 2.3% for next year.
Special Dutch version
The ECB has little possibilities to stabilize the economy in case of a new recession. Therefore it is important that Eurozone countries have fiscal policy space to fill the gap. Unfortunately the Eurozone countries do not seem to have enough buffers.
Dutch Housing Market Quarterly Dutch version
Just like in the first quarter fewer homes were sold between April and June 2018. Yet, house prices have increased rapidly in the same period. Decreasing affordability and accessibility of the owner-occupied market severely undermine buyer confidence on the housing market.
