De Nederlandsche Bank is committed to a robust and well-functioning economy, that is accessible to all and in which everyone is able to participate. This is in the interest of all Dutch people. Because it is about our work, homes, savings and pensions.
The inflation, the pension system, the labour market and the housing market; there are challenges in all these areas. And we want to contribute to long-term solutions. As an independent advisory body, we clearly indicate the possibilities and the consequences of certain choices. And others can make decisions based on this advice.
Background
Our economy depends heavily on global supply chains. Disruptions in these chains – for example due to geopolitical tensions – leave us vulnerable: prices of goods from abroad may rise, and inflation increase. Read the key findings from our Analysis below.
News
Disruptions in global supply chains are driving up inflation in the Netherlands and Europe. Central banks’ efforts to counteract inflation once it has affected the economy entail economic costs and fail to reverse the underlying supply chain disruption.
News
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) account for almost half of all bank loans to businesses in the Netherlands, according to new figures being released by DNB for the first time today. However, SMEs often pay a slightly higher interest rate than other businesses.