IFRS vs. German GAAP Series: Leases
IFRS 16 deals with leases and is effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 January 2019. Accounting for leases is not explicitly regulated under the HGB (“Handelsgesetzbuch”). Instead, […]
Financial Stability Outlook 2026: Netherlands Faces Heightened Global Risks but Maintains Strong Domestic Fundamentals
The financial stability outlook for the Netherlands in 2026 remains concerning, as rising geopolitical tensions and persistent uncertainty in global economic policy continue to heighten the risk of economic and
IFRS vs. German GAAP Series: Goodwill
IFRS 3, IAS 36, and IAS 38 set out the accounting requirements for goodwill under IFRS. Under German GAAP, the core legal source for goodwill accounting is the HGB. IFRS
Dutch Investor Compensation Scheme Changes as of 2026
Each year, financial institutions are required to report to De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB) under the Investor Compensation Scheme (ICS) on the investment value of their non-professional clients. With the next
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IFRS vs. German GAAP Series: Intangible Assets
IAS 38, which deals with Intangible assets, was revised in March 2004 and applies to intangible assets acquired in business combinations occurring on or after 31 March 2004, or
Investments Set to Rise in 2026, Despite Falling Profitability and Low Business Confidence
Dutch businesses are preparing to increase their investment activity in 2026, even as profitability declines and overall sentiment remains subdued. This emerges from the latest Netherlands Business Survey, compiled by
The EU’s Public Country-by-Country Reporting Directive: A New Era of Corporate Tax Transparency
The European Union has long positioned itself at the forefront of international efforts to enhance tax transparency. One of its most significant recent initiatives is the introduction of public country-by-country
The Future of Banking in the Netherlands: Embracing Emerging Technologies
The banking sector in the Netherlands is on the edge of transformative change. As customer expectations evolve and technology advances, Dutch banks must rethink how they operate, interact with clients,
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Offshore Wind in the Netherlands Faces Setback, but Opportunities Remain
The Netherlands recently encountered a significant hurdle in its offshore wind ambitions. No companies submitted bids for the Nederwiek I‑A offshore wind farm, a planned 1 GW project located approximately 100
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Dutch Inflation Eases to 3.1 Percent in October as Energy Prices Stabilize
Inflation in the Netherlands slowed slightly in October, offering a glimmer of relief to households and businesses after months of persistently high prices. According to a preliminary estimate published by
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