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Growing trade deficits in the Caribbean Netherlands

In 2017, the trade deficits of Bonaire, St Eustatius and Saba were higher than in 2016.

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Private sector invariably positive

At the beginning of the second quarter, business confidence in the Dutch private sector is at the same level as in the first quarter. Over the past six quarters, the mood has been positive.

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Growing confidence in the military

Last year, more than six in every ten over-15s indicated to have confidence in the military, i.e. slightly more than in 2012. People have more confidence in police and judiciary, but less confidence...

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Inflation rate still below 1 percent

The inflation rate was 0.9 percent in July 2014, i.e. the same as in June. For the third consecutive month, the average year-on-year increase in consumer prices was below 1 percent.

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goods transported via land and water cover less than 300 kilometres

Ninety percent of goods loaded on to road vehicles, inland vessels or trains in the Netherlands are subsequently transported across a distance of less than 300 kilometres. The shorter the road...

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Inflation rate marginally up to 1 percent

In August, the inflation rate rose to 1 percent. In July, the rate stood at 0.9 percent.

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International road haulage up for first time in years

In 2017, Dutch road hauliers carried 666 million tonnes of cargo, an increase of 1.5 percent over 2016.

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Dutch producers reduce waste of raw materials

The use of raw materials in the Dutch economy was reduced by 14 percent in the period 2004-2014.

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Bumper strawberry crop in 2014

Last year, 54 million kg of strawberries were harvested last year, a new record and an increase by 3 million kg relative to 2013. Most strawberries are grown in greenhouses and polytunnels. Nearly 60...

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More than half of Polish immigrants do not settle in the Netherlands

Last year, 13 thousand Poles came to the Netherlands versus 14 thousand in 2008.

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Government deficit 4.7 percent in 2011

According to figures released today, Dutch government deficit amounted to 4.7 percent of gross domestic product (GDP) in 2011.

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Higher oil and food prices affecting Dutch exports

The high rate of the euro and rising food and oil prices are having a noticeable effect on Dutch exports. In the first quarter of 2008, the increase in exports to countries outside Europe was smaller...

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More over-55s on holiday

The number of holidaymakers aged 55 and older has risen from 2.8 million in 2002 to 3.5 million in 2012 as the post-war baby boomer generation is ageing. These over-55s tend to go on holiday more...

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Former Soviet republics account for one percent of Dutch trade

In 2012, the value of imports from the constituent republics of the former Soviet Union amounted to nearly 5 billion euros. The value of exports exceeded 4 billion euros. Imports to and exports from...

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Dutch economy greener, but not in all aspects

Statistics Netherlands’ Green growth in the Netherlands 2012 is published today. This report presents an overview of the state of green growth in the Netherlands in terms of 33 indicators.

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Number of overnight guests 17 percent down in Q1

In Q1 2020, the number of guests staying in Dutch overnight accommodations declined by 17 percent relative to the same period last year. Hotels and similar accommodations in particular received fewer...

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A greening economy, but not in all areas

The Dutch economy is growing increasingly green. Companies are implementing cleaner production processes and are using relatively fewer raw materials.

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Fewer growers produce more strawberries

The number of strawberry growers was reduced by nearly half between 2006 and 2017.

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Netherlands second largest avocado importer worldwide

The Netherlands' imports of avocados reached a record high in 2016 at 433 milion euros.

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Statistics Netherlands exploring indicators for Sustainable Development Goals

Statistics Netherlands exploring indicators to monitor progress on the Sustainable Development Goals set for 2030

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