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 itsoffshore wind ambitions. No companies submitted bids for the Nederwiek I‑Aoffshore wind farm, a planned 1 GW project located approximately 100 kilometresoff the
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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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The Netherlands’ Fintech on the rise: How Digital Lenders Are Reshaping SME Financing
The Dutch fintech sector is experiencing remarkable growth, with new data from De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB) showing that financing via fintech platforms more than doubled between 2021 and 2024. Lending
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The Influence of Artificial Intelligence in France and the Netherlands: Opportunities, Risks, and Strategic Directions
As artificial intelligence (AI) transforms economies and reshapes societies worldwide, countries like France and the Netherlands are navigating the promise and peril of this powerful technology. While AI offers immense
Swiss Japanese Relations: 160 Years of Friendship, Trade, and Innovation
A Longstanding Partnership The bilateral relationship between Switzerland and Japan is one of mutual respect, shared values, and deep-rooted cooperation. The two nations established official ties over 160 years ago,
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Swiss GAAP FER vs. IFRS: Finding the Right Fit for Your Business
(Text for accessibility: green sign on a blue-sky background with the word ‘standards’ on it – referring to financial standards, implicitly Swiss GAAP and IFRS) Choosing the right accounting standard
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