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Amdax plans to launch bitcoin treasury company on Euronext Amsterdam

Amdax to Launch Bitcoin Treasury Company on Dutch Stock Exchange Amsterdam-based cryptocurrency service provider Amdax announced its plans to launch a bitcoin treasury company named AMBTS (Amsterdam Bitcoin Treasury Strategy) on the

14 hours ago

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Citigroup explores custody and payment solutions for stablecoins and crypto ETFs

Citigroup Considers Expanding Into Cryptocurrency Services Citigroup is exploring the provision of stablecoin custody and additional services, reflecting a growing trend among major financial institutions to enter the cryptocurrency sector. This development

4 days ago

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DIGI Belgium experiences significant decline in mobile subscriber growth

Romanian Telecom Group DIGI Faces Slowdown in Belgian Customer Growth Romanian telecom group DIGI has reported a marked slowdown in customer growth for its Belgian arm, adding just 9,000 mobile subscribers in

4 days ago

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Belgium sees 12.5 per cent decline in exports to the US in Q2 2025

Belgian Exports to the US Decline Significantly in Q2 2025 Belgium’s exports to the United States plummeted by 12.5 percent in the second quarter of 2025, compared to the same period in

4 days ago

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Standard Chartered raises year-end ether price target to $7,500 amid industry improvements

Standard Chartered Increases Ether Year-End Price Target Standard Chartered has raised its year-end target for ether to $7,500, a significant increase from the previous target of $4,000. This adjustment reflects a growing

4 days ago

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Bitcoin reaches new all-time high amid rising Federal Reserve easing expectations

Bitcoin Surges to Record High Amid Expectations of Easier Monetary Policy Bitcoin reached a historic peak on Thursday, propelled by rising expectations for more accommodating monetary policy from the Federal Reserve, which

4 days ago

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Crypto companies in the U.S. rush to go public amid Trump-era market boom

U.S. Crypto Companies Prepare for Public Offerings Amid Favorable Conditions After years of inactivity, U.S. crypto companies are gearing up for public listings, propelled by supportive policies from the Trump administration that

4 days ago

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Companies are gearing up for stablecoins amid new U.S. regulations, but challenges persist

Financial Companies Prepare for Dollar-Backed Crypto Tokens Amid New U.S. Stablecoin Regulations Major financial institutions, including Bank of America and Fiserv, are gearing up to issue their own dollar-backed crypto tokens following

6 days ago

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Applications to convert agricultural land into non-agricultural use surge in Flanders

Applications to convert active farms into non-agricultural dwellings have tripled in the past five years, resulting in farming land disappearing, reports 24brussels. Data from Flemish Environment Minister Jo Brouns indicates that applications

6 days ago

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Indian pharma firm acquires Brussels-based Prothya Biosolutions to expand plasma business

Intas Acquires Brussels-Based Prothya Biosolutions A Brussels-based biopharmaceutical company focusing on extracting antibodies and other raw materials from donor blood plasma has been acquired by a subsidiary of the Indian multinational Intas,

7 days ago

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Do Kwon, facing U.S. fraud charges, likely to plead guilty in court

Do Kwon Set to Enter Guilty Plea in U.S. Fraud Case Do Kwon, the South Korean cryptocurrency entrepreneur facing U.S. fraud charges related to two digital currencies that collectively lost an estimated

7 days ago

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Flemish municipalities’ debt reaches 8.6 billion euros, raising concerns about financial management

Flemish Municipal Debt Hits 8.6 Billion Euros The accumulated debts of Flemish municipalities and Public Centres for Social Welfare (PCSWs) have reached 8.6 billion euros, averaging 1,079 euros per resident, according to

1 week ago

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US House takes significant step towards crypto regulation, signaling support for digital assets

U.S. House Advances Landmark Crypto Legislation The Republican-controlled U.S. House of Representatives has made significant progress on cryptocurrency legislation, overcoming crucial procedural challenges on Wednesday. This development follows President Donald Trump’s intervention,

1 week ago

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Trump’s World Liberty crypto tokens approved for trading, paving way for potential value increase

World Liberty Financial Tokenholders Approve Trading, Potentially Enhancing Value Tokenholders of the digital assets issued by World Liberty Financial, a cryptocurrency venture linked to former President Donald Trump’s family, voted on Wednesday

1 week ago

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Sberbank aims to lead in Russian cryptocurrency custody services

Sberbank Seeks to Lead Russia’s Cryptocurrency Custody Services Russia’s largest lender, Sberbank, announced on Thursday its intention to provide custody services for Russian cryptocurrency assets, aiming to establish a pivotal role in

1 week ago

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Institutional investors show interest in crypto as demand remains in early stages

Bitcoin Reaches New Heights Amid Institutional Interest This week, Bitcoin surged to a record high, prompting renewed scrutiny over the influence of institutional investors in this upward trend. Analysts note that this

1 week ago

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Ether-related stocks surge as cryptocurrency reaches six-month peak

Cryptocurrency Stocks Surge Amid Ether’s Six-Month Peak Cryptocurrency-related stocks experienced a significant rise in premarket trading on Friday, spurred by a notable spike in shares associated with ether, which reached a six-month

1 week ago

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Katoen Natie reports record revenue exceeding 3 billion euros in 2024

Katoen Natie Posts Record Turnover Amid Investigation International logistics group Katoen Natie announced a landmark turnover exceeding 3 billion euros for 2024, as reported by the Luxembourg Business Register and De Tijd.

1 week ago

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Trade deal between US and EU generates mixed responses among Belgian leaders

Mixed Reactions to New US-EU Trade Agreement in Belgium The recent trade agreement struck between the United States and the European Union has elicited divided responses in Belgium, with political and economic

1 week ago

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Flanders increases climate subsidies for major polluters to 270 million euros by 2025

Flemish Government’s CO2 Emission Compensation Soars to 270 Million Euros The Flemish government’s compensation for major CO2 emitters is set to escalate sharply from 36 million euros in 2019 to a staggering

1 week ago

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Proximus parts ways with chief revenue officer amid international division challenges

Proximus Dismisses Chief Revenue Officer Surash Patel Amid Performance Issues Proximus has dismissed Surash Patel from his position as chief revenue officer of Proximus Global and managing director of BICS, a decision

1 week ago

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UCB increases profit forecasts after strong performance in first half of 2025

UCB Reports 25% Revenue Growth in First Half of 2025 Belgian pharmaceutical group UCB announced a 25% increase in turnover to 3.49 billion euros for the first half of 2025, prompting the

1 week ago

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Belgian retailers warn of unsustainable competition from online platforms

Belgian Retailers Express Mixed Reactions to Summer Sales Belgian retailers are divided over the outcomes of the recent summer sales period, which ran from July 1 to July 31. The Neutral Union

1 week ago

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Small companies increasingly invest in ether as a hedge against inflation

Ethereum Gains Favor as Inflation Hedge Among Investors As the cryptocurrency market evolves, a growing number of companies are turning to Ethereum rather than Bitcoin as a hedge against inflation. This shift

1 week ago

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CFTC initiates plan to permit spot crypto trading on registered exchanges

CFTC to Initiate Spot Crypto Asset Trading on Registered Futures Exchanges The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) announced on Monday its plan to allow trading of spot crypto asset contracts on

1 week ago

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North Sea Port’s Nieuwe Sluis lock officially opens to shipping after lengthy delays

The Nieuwe Sluis Lock in Terneuzen Opens to Shipping The Nieuwe Sluis lock in Terneuzen, part of the North Sea Port, has opened to all shipping 10 months after its royal inauguration.,

1 week ago

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Binance collaborates with BBVA to enable off-exchange asset holdings for customers

Binance Collaborates with BBVA to Expand Crypto Holdings Options Binance has initiated a partnership with Spanish bank BBVA to enable customers to store their assets outside the cryptocurrency exchange, as reported on

1 week ago

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Standard Chartered partners to seek stablecoin issuance license in Hong Kong

Standard Chartered Forms Joint Venture for Stablecoin License in Hong Kong Standard Chartered announced on Friday the establishment of a joint venture with strategic partners to pursue a license for issuing stablecoins

1 week ago

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KBC and Belfius demonstrate resilience in EU stress test amid geopolitical challenges

Belgian Banks Demonstrate Resilience Amid Geopolitical Tensions Belgian banks KBC and Belfius are sufficiently resilient to withstand increased geopolitical tensions and protectionist trade measures, according to a European stress test. The European

2 weeks ago

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Bitcoin treasury strategies gaining traction in public markets as crypto giants await EU approval

Cryptocurrency Landscape Shifts Amid Regulatory Developments Public companies, including one linked to former President Donald Trump, are increasing investments in cryptocurrency, taking advantage of rising token values and a more relaxed regulatory

2 months ago

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China becomes Belgium’s top non-EU supplier amid shifting global trade flows

China overtook the United States in 2024 to become Belgium’s largest non-EU supplier, according to the Belgian Foreign Trade Agency’s latest annual report. The shift reflects evolving global trade patterns and Belgium’s

2 months ago

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Oil prices spike after US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites

Stock markets in Asia fell on Monday, while oil prices rose by 4 per cent following US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. The surge reflected mounting concerns about supply disruptions in the

2 months ago

Business·World

Russian Enterprises on the Brink of Bankruptcy Amid Mounting Economic Crisis

On June 20, 2025, Alexander Shokhin, head of the Russian Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs (RSPP), delivered a stark warning at the St. Petersburg Economic Forum. He declared that the prolonged period of high interest

2 months ago

Business·Innovations

House and apartment prices rise sharply in Belgium

A reduction in registration fees for home purchases has pushed up house and apartment prices in Belgium, according to figures published by the statistics agency Statbel on Thursday. The price hikes are

2 months ago

Business·Opinion

Belgian flight simulator firm Euramec signs strategic deals for Indian and UK expansion

The Belgian flight simulator developer Euramec has signed a strategic partnership with India’s Genser Aerospace in order to enter the fast-growing Indian aviation market. The agreement was formalised at the Paris Air

2 months ago

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Arla and DMK take first step towards merger to form Europe’s largest dairy cooperative

The German DMK Group and Arla Foods, a dairy cooperative including several hundred Belgian farmers, have taken the first step towards forming Europe’s largest cooperative dairy company. On Wednesday, the companies announced

2 months ago

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Closure of Audi factory heavily impacted economic activity in Brussels

The closure of the Audi factory in Brussels weighed heavily on economic activity in the capital region, according to a report by the Brussels Institute for Statistics and Analysis (BISA). The shutdown

2 months ago

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ING expects global economic slowdown in second half of 2025

The global economy will continue to grow in the second half of 2025, but at a slower pace, according to ING Belgium’s latest outlook. The slowdown is mainly driven by the trade

2 months ago

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French investment group to take majority stake in Flemish defence firm ScioTeq

French investment firm Tikehau Capital is set to acquire a majority stake in the Flemish defence company ScioTeq, according to a press release issued on Monday. The financial details of the transaction

2 months ago

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Flemish innovation mission strengthens ties with Japan

Flemish research centre imec and the universities of Ghent and Antwerp have signed new cooperation agreements with Japanese partners during a mission to Japan. Imec renewed its strategic partnership with semiconductor equipment

2 months ago

Business·Politics

Brussels and federal government faced with probable rating downgrade

For months, Brussels has been anxiously awaiting a rating from credit rating agency Standard & Poor’s (S&P), which is likely to announce a new downgrade for the region on Friday evening. A

2 months ago

Business·Politics

Police unions shelve plans for strike at Brussels Airport

Police unions have shelved their plans to strike over a passport check dispute after the federal police confirmed the existence of an internal notice that had caused them concern. Travellers should not

2 months ago

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Flemish authorities inspect controversial container bound for Israeli defence firm

A container in the Port of Antwerp, reportedly destined for Israeli defence company Ashot Ashkelon Industries, is currently being held and inspected by Flemish authorities. The move follows public outcry and political

2 months ago

Business·World

Belgium blocked 147 illegal streaming websites last year

Last year, Belgium blocked 147 websites illegally distributing copyrighted films, TV series and sports broadcasts, the FPS Economy revealed on Thursday. These platforms offered content without the creators’ permission, amounting to digital

2 months ago

Business·Innovations

European consumer groups file complaint against Shein for misleading practices

Belgium’s Testaankoop, along with 24 other consumer organisations across Europe, has filed an official complaint with the European Commission against Chinese fashion retailer Shein. The groups accuse the online giant of using

2 months ago

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Tariff negotiations with US “advancing in the right direction,” says EU commissioner

Negotiations between the European Union and the United States on trade tariffs are “moving in the right direction,” European Trade commissioner Maroš Šefčovič said on Wednesday, following a meeting with U.S. Trade

2 months ago

Business·World

Number of dollar millionaires in Belgium declines further

The number of dollar millionaires in Belgium fell to 134,600 in 2024, 2.5 per cent less compared to the year before. This marks the third consecutive annual decline, according to data released

2 months ago

Business·Society

US tariffs on steel and aluminum double to 50%

Trump’s 50 per cent tariffs on steel and aluminum imports came into effect on Wednesday. Trading partners around the world are voicing concern, and the EU still hopes to strike a deal

3 months ago

Business·World

Aedifica and Cofinimmo agree to merge, creating Europe’s largest healthcare real estate group

Belgian healthcare real estate firms Aedifica and Cofinimmo have agreed to merge, forming the largest healthcare property company in Europe. The combined portfolio will be worth €12.1 billion, making the group the fourth-largest globally.

3 months ago

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Haribo recalls sweets in Belgium due to possible presence of cannabis

Candy maker Haribo has recalled a batch of sweets in Belgium after traces of cannabis were found in some products sold in the Netherlands. There have been no reports of people falling

3 months ago

Business

Belgian soil research firm ABO-Group secures €10m contract for French naval base

Ghent-based environmental engineering firm ABO-Group has secured a €10 million contract with the French Navy for soil research linked to the reinforcement of the Toulon naval base, De Tijd reports. That base

3 months ago

Business·Society

Flemish frozen fries giant Clarebout eyes deal with US food titan

Clarebout Potatoes, one of Belgium’s largest frozen potato producers, is reportedly close to striking a major deal with US agri-food giant J.R. Simplot, De Standaard reports. Industry insiders suggest the agreement, potentially

3 months ago

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Court of International Trade Halts Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ Tariffs in Stinging Legal Defeat

As President Donald Trump embarks on his second term, the velocity of policy shifts emerging from Washington has alarmed, confused, and polarized observers across the Atlantic. Many transatlantic analysts continue to frame

3 months ago

Business·World

Stocks push higher after a federal court halted Trump’s tariffs

Stock futures gained Thursday after a federal court ruled late Wednesday that President Donald Trump overstepped his authority to impose sweeping tariffs, throwing into chaos the administration’s core trade policy that has threatened to

3 months ago

Business·World

EU proposes scale-up fund to retain promising tech startups

The European Commission has unveiled plans to launch a large-scale investment fund aimed at preventing promising tech startups from relocating outside the EU. The Scaleup Europe Fund, expected to launch in 2026,

3 months ago

Business·World

CMB.Tech acquires Norwegian shipping company Golden Ocean

The Antwerp-based maritime group CMB.Tech, formerly known as Euronav, is acquiring the Norwegian dry bulk shipping company Golden Ocean Group. The merger will create one of the largest diversified listed maritime groups

3 months ago

Business

Campine chooses French expansion amid booming antimony profits

The Belgian metal recycling group Campine has announced plans to acquire three industrial sites in France, including two dedicated to battery recycling. This strategic move comes at the expense of expanding its

3 months ago

Business·Innovations

Geopolitical turmoil brings chaos to Antwerp and other European ports

Ports across Europe, including Antwerp, are experiencing acute congestion as a result of mounting geopolitical tensions, climate-related disruptions and shifting global trade dynamics. De Tijd reports that the Port of Antwerp-Bruges, a

3 months ago

Business·World

Belgian savings among the best protected in Europe

Belgium’s deposit guarantee fund is two to three times larger than comparable schemes in most other European countries, according to figures published on Tuesday by L’Echo, based on data from the European

3 months ago

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Euro could become alternative to dollar, says ECB president

European Central Bank president Christine Lagarde sees a unique opportunity for the euro to expand its global influence. Speaking at the Hertie School in Berlin on Monday, Lagarde argued that recent global

3 months ago

Business·Politics

Trump delays EU tariff hike following call with von der Leyen

US president Donald Trump has agreed to postpone a planned tariff increase on European Union goods until 9 July, following a call with European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen. Trump had threatened

3 months ago

Business·World

Trump says he’s ‘not looking for a deal’ with the EU after threatening a 50% tariff

President Donald Trump on Friday threatened a 50% tariff on goods from the European Union, citing a lack of progress in current trade negotiations. “Their powerful Trade Barriers, Vat Taxes, ridiculous Corporate

3 months ago

Business·World

Belgium backs EU proposal for 2 euro import fee on small parcels

Belgium supports a proposal by European Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic to charge 2 euros for every small parcel entering the EU, Economy minister David Clarinval said at the EU Competitiveness Council in

3 months ago

Business

Belgians avoid products from the US, Russia and China, survey shows

Belgians are avoiding buying products from the United States, Russia and China, according to a survey by Kantar released on Monday. The results highlight the impact of the economic and political context

3 months ago

Business

New campaign raises awareness about noise pollution in the North Sea

The federal government has launched a campaign to make people aware of the growing underwater noise pollution in the North Sea. Certain human activities, such as shipping and wind farm construction, make

3 months ago

Business·Earth & Climate

Record profits for Brussels Airport Company

Brussels Airport Company, the operator of Zaventem airport, achieved record turnover and operating profit last year, but will pay no dividends for the sixth consecutive year. The company’s annual results, released on

3 months ago

Business

Europe is losing appeal to foreign investors, survey shows

Europe has become less appealing to foreign investors over the past year, according to a survey by the consultancy firm EY. Traditionally strong performers such as France and Germany experienced a sharp

3 months ago

Business

Engie to introduce ‘happy hour’ energy contracts

Energy giant Engie is developing new energy contracts featuring a ‘happy hour’ scheme, where electricity will be cheaper at specific times of the day. This was confirmed by a spokesperson for the

3 months ago

Business

Flanders’ labour migration crackdown at odds with OECD recommendations

The Flemish government is introducing stricter labour migration policies aimed at reducing the number of non-EU workers, particularly those with low qualifications. However, a recent OECD report warns that such restrictions could

3 months ago

Business

Evonik pushes green energy in port of Antwerp despite “devastating” Chinese competition

The German speciality chemicals company Evonik outlined its green energy plans for its site in the port of Antwerp during a port visit by Flemish Energy minister Melissa Depraetere on Tuesday. CEO

3 months ago

Business·Earth & Climate

AB InBev to invest $300 million in the United States

Anheuser-Busch, the American subsidiary of the Belgian-Brazilian brewing giant, has announced plans to invest $300 million in the United States this year. The funding will go towards expanding the company’s training centres

3 months ago

Business·World

Drug arrests in Antwerp Port surge, with juvenile involvement doubling

Just four months into 2025, the number of drug-related arrests at the Port of Antwerp has already surpassed last year’s total. The Port Police have detained 131 people, mostly ‘extractors’ who remove

3 months ago

Business·Opinion

Delhaize doubles e-commerce capacity with new distribution centre near Brussels

Delhaize has opened a new e-commerce distribution centre in Forest, on the outskirts of Brussels, doubling its capacity to 50,000 online grocery orders per week. The €53 million investment, made in partnership

3 months ago

Business

De Wever confirms delayed wage indexing for teachers and broader public sector

Prime minister Bart De Wever has confirmed that wage indexation for public sector workers, including teachers, will be delayed by three months instead of the current two. The move is part of

3 months ago

Business·Politics

Solvay faces lower sales due to ‘macroeconomic uncertainty’

Chemicals group Solvay had a difficult first quarter with falling net sales and earnings, according to its quarterly results published on Thursday. The company revised its full-year expectations for 2025 to the

3 months ago

Business

Tariff panic pushed Belgian exports to US to record levels

In March, the US imported goods from Belgium worth almost 3.4 billion dollars. That is 46 percent more than a year earlier and more than double the February figure, De Tijd reported

3 months ago

Business·World

European Commission warns Belgium over lack of implementation of EU directives

The European Commission has sent Belgium formal warnings for failing to implement fully or correctly several key EU directives, in particular those relating to the Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS). The Commission communicated

3 months ago

Business·World

EU moves to cut off Russian gas by 2027

The European Commission has unveiled a plan to end all imports of Russian gas by the end of 2027, in a bid to boost energy security and reduce financial support for Russia

3 months ago

Business·World

Largest Zara shop in the world to open in Antwerp

Spanish fashion group Inditex, which owns the Zara chain, will open the world’s largest Zara shop in Antwerp. That shop will be set up in the new Meir Corner building, on a

4 months ago

Business

TikTok fined €530 million for sending EU user data to China

Ireland’s data protection watchdog has fined the Chinese video sharing app TikTok 530 million euros, it announced in a press release on Friday. TikTok was found guilty of illegally sending personal data

4 months ago

Business·World

Eurozone economy grew more than expected in first quarter

The eurozone economy grew more than expected in the first quarter of 2025. A first estimate by the European statistics agency Eurostat shows 0.4 per cent growth for countries using the euro

4 months ago

Business

Flemish companies bracing for economic downturn, survey shows

Flemish companies expect a bleak economic outlook for 2025, according to a new survey by employers’ organisation Voka. The survey, conducted among 750 firms, reveals that three-quarters of respondents fear they will

4 months ago

Business

Credit agency S&P issues negative outlook for Belgium due to rising budget deficit

US ratings agency Standard & Poor’s (S&P) has downgraded Belgium’s credit outlook from stable to negative, citing concerns over the country’s rising budget deficit. This is a warning to the federal government

4 months ago

Business

Industry and schools unite to boost practical training

To address the growing demand for technically skilled workers, industry leaders and education networks are joining forces to “strengthen the bridge between companies and schools.” The joint plan, announced Friday, responds to

4 months ago

Business

Governments eye billion-euro stake in Brussels Airport

The federal and Flemish governments are exploring a joint purchase of the Canadian pension fund OTPP’s 30 per cent stake in Brussels Airport, potentially taking majority control. The price tag could be

4 months ago

Business

Belgian software company iTraceiT targets international luxury market

After developing a digital passport for diamonds, Belgian software company iTraceiT is now expanding its focus to the broader international luxury sector. The company announced on Wednesday that it has raised €1.5

4 months ago

Business

CMB.TECH to merge with Golden Ocean, expanding global fleet

Antwerp-based CMB.TECH, formerly known as Euronav, plans to merge with Norwegian dry bulk shipping company Golden Ocean Group. The merger would create one of the world’s largest diversified listed maritime groups, with

4 months ago

Business

Meat sector warns Flemish restrictions on labour migration could undermine food supply

The Belgian meat industry has criticised a proposal by Employment minister Zuhal Demir (N-VA) to tighten labour migration rules, warning it could jeopardise food security.  The plan would make it harder to

4 months ago

Business

Proportion of private-sector employees with disabilities is falling, study shows

Only 0.23 per cent of employees in Belgium’s private sector had a disability in 2024, a decrease of around 8 per cent compared to 2023, according to figures from HR specialists Acerta

4 months ago

Business·Society

European Central Bank cuts eurozone interest rate for seventh time to 2.25%

The European Central Bank (ECB) has cut the eurozone interest rate for the seventh time since June 2024, reducing it by a further 0.25 percentage point to 2.25%. The ECB made the

4 months ago

Business

Dieselgate: Testaankoop and Volkswagen close case without appeal

After years of legal wrangling, consumer organisation Testaankoop and car manufacturer Volkswagen have agreed not to appeal a July 2023 ruling by the Dutch-speaking court of first instance in Brussels in the

4 months ago

Business

Meli aims to become Europe’s largest honey company by 2030

Belgian honey producer Meli has announced its ambition to become Europe’s largest honey company by 2030. The statement coincides with the company’s centenary celebrations this year. To achieve this goal, Meli plans

4 months ago

Business

Xi Jinping calls on EU to jointly resist ‘unilateral bullying’

Chinese president Xi Jinping has called on the EU to join China in opposing “unilateral bullying”, according to state news agency Xinhua. “China and Europe should shoulder their international responsibilities (…) and

4 months ago

Business·World

Belgian company delays IPO over global market turmoil

Belgian company I-care Group is delaying its plans to enter the stock market due to the economic instability caused by US trade tariffs.  The specialist in predictive maintenance for industrial machinery, based

4 months ago

Business

Spotify paid out 34m euros in Belgian music royalties last year

Spotify has paid out over 34 million euros in music royalties to Belgian rights holders in 2024, an increase of 11 per cent compared to 2023. It’s the first time the streaming

4 months ago

Business·Innovations

Belgian Court of Audit recommends suspension of SNCB train contract with Spanish firm

The auditor of the Belgian Council of State has recommended that the decision by the national railway company SNCB to award a major train contract to the Spanish manufacturer CAF be suspended,

4 months ago

Business

Solvay opens rare earths production line in France to boost European supply

Solvay has inaugurated a new production line for processing and refining rare earth elements in La Rochelle, France, the Belgian chemicals group announced in a press release on Tuesday. It is the

4 months ago

Business

Tariff battle pushes Brussels Bel20 index below 4,000 points

The Brussels stock exchange closed deep in the red again on Monday. The Bel20 index lost 3.99 per cent, dropping to 3,930.25 points, the first time since August 2024 that it closed

4 months ago

Business

US tariffs will increase import tax on Belgian beer fivefold

The United States is quintupling its import tax on European beer from 5 per cent to 25 per cent, according to foreign minister Maxime Prévot. The news, first reported by De Standaard,

5 months ago

Business

Future of North Sea energy island in limbo as government delays decision

The Belgian government has postponed its decision on the development of the Princess Elisabeth energy island in the North Sea, Energy minister Mathieu Bihet announced on Monday. The government wants to take

5 months ago

Business