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The Dutch economy shrank by 0.6 percent in the fourth quarter of 2008 compared with the same quarter in the previous year.

Manufacturing companies expect to invest 2 percent less this year than in 2007. In the spring forecast they still reported that investment would rise by 11 percent.

Dutch economic growth was 1.8 percent in the third quarter of 2008 relative to the same period last year.

The non-residential construction sector was booming last year. Companies also invested large amounts in repairs and renovation of non-residential buildings.

The entrepreneurs in the manufacturing industry expect an 11 percent increase in investments on 2007.

The Dutch economy grew 4.2 percent in the third quarter of 2007 relative to one year previously.

Manufacturing companies expect to invest 10 percent more this year than in 2006. This is consistent with the positive mood in this sector.

Figures put Dutch economic growth at 2.6 percent in the second quarter of 2007 compared with the same quarter last year.

Dutch economy improved 2.4 percent in the second quarter of 2007 relative to one year previously.

Manufacturing companies in the Netherlands expect a 19 percent increase in fixed capital formation this year compared with 2006.

The Dutch economy grew by 2.9 percent in 2006. This is nearly twice the growth in 2005.

The Dutch economy saw a 2.7 percent growth in the third quarter van 2006.

Manufacturers expect a 3 percent growth of investments this year, relative to 2005. For the second year running, investments are expected to grow in 2006.