Enterprises

Substantial investment increases forecast for 2005

14-12-2005Press release Dutch producers expect to invest 13 percent more than in 2004. Among the various branches of industry only the food, beverages and tobacco industry expect a dip in investments.

Fewer products on offer in shopping centres

01-11-2005Web magazine

More foreigners run their own business

25-10-2005Web magazine

More and more hairdresser’s shops

02-08-2005Web magazine

Fewer local branches of taxi companies

19-07-2005Web magazine

Turnover recovers in computer branch

28-06-2005Web magazine

Half of companies hit by computer viruses

21-06-2005Web magazine

Thirty percent of adults do not use the Internet

14-06-2005Web magazine

Teleworkers are highly educated and have long work weeks

07-06-2005Web magazine

Companies expect to invest more in 2005

31-05-2005Press release Manufacturing companies expect to invest 20 percent more in 2005 than in 2004. This may indicate a recovery for investment. Last year manufacturing investment was at its lowest for ten years. Companies in mineral extraction and the public utilities also expect to increase investment.

Fewer butchers and greengrocers in Dutch high street

03-05-2005Web magazine

Half of all large companies have corporate knowledge policy

17-01-2005Web magazine

Fewer pubs, bars and fast food outlets

03-01-2005Web magazine