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The Netherlands - July 2011

 Map of The Netherlands


General situation and outlook

Still a mixed picture

  • The Dutch economy is forecast to grow 2.1% in 2011 and 1.7% in 2012.
  • Private consumption remains subdued throughout 2011 - manufacturing continues to grow.
  • Rebound in the chemicals, steel/metals and transport sectors.
  • Continuing difficulties in construction, retail and agriculture.
  • Corporate insolvencies will decrease by 9.3%% in 2011 and 5% in 2012.

GDP growth (% change on previous year)

Chart: The Netherlands GDP Growth

Source: Consensus Forecasts (Survey date June 13, 2011)


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General Information

Capital: Amsterdam
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Population: 16.7 million

 
Main import sources (2010)

  • Germany: 17.7%
  • Belgium: 9.5%
  • China: 9.3%
  • USA: 7.5%
  • UK: 6.7%

Main export markets (2010)

  • Germany: 24.2%
  • Belgium: 11.0%
  • France: 8.7%
  • UK: 8.0%
  • Italy: 5.0%

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Date: July 2011

 

 

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