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Economic Profile
In 2013, the Netherlands had an estimated GDP of USD 880.54 billion. It is the fifth largest economy in Europe and is the continent’s fifth largest exporter. Inflation was running at 2.9% in 2013 and unemployment at 7.1%. It is estimated to be the 16th largest economy in the world.
In 2009, the economy suffered a shock when it shrank 4% due to the global financial crisis. It grew in 2010 by 1.6% but slowed again in 2011 due to sluggish domestic consumption and the stagnant housing market. The Eurozone crisis added to the country's woes through 2012 and 2013 with the economy still in recession. The central bank of the Netherlands has predicted a slow return to growth over 2014-2015. The economy is still burdened by high private debt and government austerity measures that have suppressed domestic spending. In November 2013 the credit rating was downgraded from AAA to AA+ due to worries concerning growth prospects.
Its export partners by volume are Germany, Belgium, France, the UK and Italy. As for imports the main partners are Germany, China, Belgium, the UK, Russia, the US and France.
Industry Analysis
Dividing industry into the three sectors, agriculture provides 2.0% of GDP with industry contributing 23.9% and services a very large 74.2%. Industries with worldwide reputation include agro industries, metal and engineering, petroleum and chemicals, and micro electronics. Companies well known around the world included in the top 10 list of Dutch countries are: ING Insurance, Royal Philips Electronics, Akzo Nobel Chemical, and Royal KPN Telecommunications.
Agro industries
Profits in the agricultural sector are very high. It contributed USD 9 billion to GDP in 2011. The use of agricultural surface area extremely intense and the sector is highly mechanised. Around 61% of production is exported. Main crops include cereals, potatoes and horticultural products such as cucumbers, tomatoes and lettuce. Multinational Company Unilever is of the leading players in the Dutch agricultural sector. Market research reports are optimistic about growth in the period 2011 to 2016 with an average figure of 2.5% rising to USD 10.2 billion by the end of this period.
Gas industry
The Netherlands produce 30% of Europe’s natural gas, making it the continent’s second largest producer and the 10th largest in the world. In 2010, it produced 25.3 billion cubic meters of gas. The country has a highly developed distribution pipeline system stretching over 136,000 kilometres. Continued growth in the industry of around 1.8% on average is expected until 2016, reaching a level of USD 11.8 billion by the end of this period.
Petrochemicals
The Netherlands is one of the largest producers of petrochemicals in the world based around the city of Rotterdam. In 2013, the country had the capacity to produce the following in millions of tonnes: ethylene (3.98), PVC (675,00), polystyrene (95,000), polypropylene (780,000), and polyethylene terephthalate (450,000).
Although the industry is seeing profits narrow due to higher oil prices and keen prices for products, it is still attracting inward investment from economies such as Thailand. The biggest name in the sector is the renowned Royal Dutch Shell Group.
Food and beverages
With its strong agricultural sector it is no surprise that the country adds value to its products through the processing of food and beverages. Products such as alcoholic drinks, bread, breakfast cereals, confectionary and fruit juices are all well known. Market leaders include brewers such as Heineken. Founded in 1864 and operating 190 breweries in 70 countries, the company it the 3rd largest brewer in the world. Latest figures for the sector show strength of the market up to 2009 with Alcoholic drinks work around USD 14.1billion, dairy products USD 7.9billion and confectionary USD 2.1 billion.
Services
This is a diverse sector of the economy with contributions from transportation, distribution, logistics, banking and insurance.
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The Netherlands: bovine animal leather market
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... . The purpose of the report is to describe the state of the bovine animal leather market in the Netherlands, to present actual and retrospective information about the volumes ... interviews. The report on the bovine animal leather market in the Netherlands includes: Analysis and forecast for the economy of the Netherlands; Analysis and forecast for ...
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The Netherlands: equine animal leather market
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... . The purpose of the report is to describe the state of the equine animal leather market in the Netherlands, to present actual and retrospective information about the volumes ... interviews. The report on the equine animal leather market in the Netherlands includes: Analysis and forecast for the economy of the Netherlands; Analysis and forecast for ...
July 2024
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The Netherlands: tanned sheep or lamb skin leather market
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... of the report is to describe the state of the tanned sheep or lamb skin leather market in the Netherlands, to present actual and retrospective information about the ... report on the tanned sheep or lamb skin leather market in the Netherlands includes: Analysis and forecast for the economy of the Netherlands; Analysis and forecast ...
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The Netherlands: goat leather market
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... and insights from market experts (representatives of the main market participants), gathered by semi-structured interviews. The report on the goat leather market in the Netherlands includes: Analysis and forecast for the economy of the Netherlands; Analysis and forecast for development of the market volume (market size ...
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The Netherlands: tanned swine leather market
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... . The purpose of the report is to describe the state of the tanned swine leather market in the Netherlands, to present actual and retrospective information about the volumes ... interviews. The report on the tanned swine leather market in the Netherlands includes: Analysis and forecast for the economy of the Netherlands; Analysis and forecast for ...
July 2024
100 pages
The Netherlands: animal saddlery and harness market
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... purpose of the report is to describe the state of the animal saddlery and harness market in the Netherlands, to present actual and retrospective information about the ... . The report on the animal saddlery and harness market in the Netherlands includes: Analysis and forecast for the economy of the Netherlands; Analysis and forecast ...
July 2024
100 pages
The Netherlands: suitcases and briefcases market
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... purpose of the report is to describe the state of the suitcases and briefcases market in the Netherlands, to present actual and retrospective information about the volumes ... . The report on the suitcases and briefcases market in the Netherlands includes: Analysis and forecast for the economy of the Netherlands; Analysis and forecast for ...
July 2024
100 pages
The Netherlands: handbags market
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... and insights from market experts (representatives of the main market participants), gathered by semi-structured interviews. The report on the handbags market in the Netherlands includes: Analysis and forecast for the economy of the Netherlands; Analysis and forecast for development of the market volume (market size ...
July 2024
100 pages
The Netherlands: wallets and purses market
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... purpose of the report is to describe the state of the wallets and purses market in the Netherlands, to present actual and retrospective information about the volumes ... . The report on the wallets and purses market in the Netherlands includes: Analysis and forecast for the economy of the Netherlands; Analysis and forecast for ...
July 2024
100 pages
The Netherlands: watch straps, bands and bracelets market
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... purpose of the report is to describe the state of the watch straps, bands and bracelets market in the Netherlands, to present actual and retrospective information about the ... . The report on the watch straps, bands and bracelets market in the Netherlands includes: Analysis and forecast for the economy of the Netherlands; Analysis and forecast ...
July 2024
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The Netherlands: waterproof shoes and boots market
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... purpose of the report is to describe the state of the waterproof shoes and boots market in the Netherlands, to present actual and retrospective information about the ... . The report on the waterproof shoes and boots market in the Netherlands includes: Analysis and forecast for the economy of the Netherlands; Analysis and forecast ...
July 2024
100 pages
The Netherlands: sandals market
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... and insights from market experts (representatives of the main market participants), gathered by semi-structured interviews. The report on the sandals market in the Netherlands includes: Analysis and forecast for the economy of the Netherlands; Analysis and forecast for development of the market volume (market size ...
July 2024
100 pages
The Netherlands: men sandals market
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... and insights from market experts (representatives of the main market participants), gathered by semi-structured interviews. The report on the men sandals market in the Netherlands includes: Analysis and forecast for the economy of the Netherlands; Analysis and forecast for development of the market volume (market size ...
July 2024
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The Netherlands: women sandals market
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... and insights from market experts (representatives of the main market participants), gathered by semi-structured interviews. The report on the women sandals market in the Netherlands includes: Analysis and forecast for the economy of the Netherlands; Analysis and forecast for development of the market volume (market size ...
July 2024
100 pages
The Netherlands: leather sandals market
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... and insights from market experts (representatives of the main market participants), gathered by semi-structured interviews. The report on the leather sandals market in the Netherlands includes: Analysis and forecast for the economy of the Netherlands; Analysis and forecast for development of the market volume (market size ...
July 2024
100 pages
The Netherlands: slippers market
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... and insights from market experts (representatives of the main market participants), gathered by semi-structured interviews. The report on the slippers market in the Netherlands includes: Analysis and forecast for the economy of the Netherlands; Analysis and forecast for development of the market volume (market size ...
July 2024
100 pages
The Netherlands: sports shoes market
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... and insights from market experts (representatives of the main market participants), gathered by semi-structured interviews. The report on the sports shoes market in the Netherlands includes: Analysis and forecast for the economy of the Netherlands; Analysis and forecast for development of the market volume (market size ...
July 2024
100 pages
The Netherlands: safety shoes market
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... and insights from market experts (representatives of the main market participants), gathered by semi-structured interviews. The report on the safety shoes market in the Netherlands includes: Analysis and forecast for the economy of the Netherlands; Analysis and forecast for development of the market volume (market size ...
July 2024
100 pages
The Netherlands: textile shoes market
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... and insights from market experts (representatives of the main market participants), gathered by semi-structured interviews. The report on the textile shoes market in the Netherlands includes: Analysis and forecast for the economy of the Netherlands; Analysis and forecast for development of the market volume (market size ...
July 2024
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The Netherlands: leather shoes and boots market
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... purpose of the report is to describe the state of the leather shoes and boots market in the Netherlands, to present actual and retrospective information about the ... . The report on the leather shoes and boots market in the Netherlands includes: Analysis and forecast for the economy of the Netherlands; Analysis and forecast ...
July 2024
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The Netherlands: men leather shoes and boots market
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... purpose of the report is to describe the state of the men leather shoes and boots market in the Netherlands, to present actual and retrospective information about the ... . The report on the men leather shoes and boots market in the Netherlands includes: Analysis and forecast for the economy of the Netherlands; Analysis and forecast ...
July 2024
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The Netherlands: women leather shoes and boots market
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... purpose of the report is to describe the state of the women leather shoes and boots market in the Netherlands, to present actual and retrospective information about the ... . The report on the women leather shoes and boots market in the Netherlands includes: Analysis and forecast for the economy of the Netherlands; Analysis and forecast ...
July 2024
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The Netherlands: children leather shoes and boots market
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... purpose of the report is to describe the state of the children leather shoes and boots market in the Netherlands, to present actual and retrospective information about the ... . The report on the children leather shoes and boots market in the Netherlands includes: Analysis and forecast for the economy of the Netherlands; Analysis and forecast ...
July 2024
100 pages
The Netherlands: shoes and boots market
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... purpose of the report is to describe the state of the shoes and boots market in the Netherlands, to present actual and retrospective information about the volumes ... . The report on the shoes and boots market in the Netherlands includes: Analysis and forecast for the economy of the Netherlands; Analysis and forecast for ...
July 2024
100 pages
The Netherlands: rubber and plastic shoes market
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... purpose of the report is to describe the state of the rubber and plastic shoes market in the Netherlands, to present actual and retrospective information about the ... . The report on the rubber and plastic shoes market in the Netherlands includes: Analysis and forecast for the economy of the Netherlands; Analysis and forecast ...
July 2024
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The Netherlands: leather shoe parts market
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... . The purpose of the report is to describe the state of the leather shoe parts market in the Netherlands, to present actual and retrospective information about the volumes ... interviews. The report on the leather shoe parts market in the Netherlands includes: Analysis and forecast for the economy of the Netherlands; Analysis and forecast for ...
July 2024
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The Netherlands: shoe parts market
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... and insights from market experts (representatives of the main market participants), gathered by semi-structured interviews. The report on the shoe parts market in the Netherlands includes: Analysis and forecast for the economy of the Netherlands; Analysis and forecast for development of the market volume (market size ...
July 2024
100 pages
The Netherlands: swimwear market
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... and insights from market experts (representatives of the main market participants), gathered by semi-structured interviews. The report on the swimwear market in the Netherlands includes: Analysis and forecast for the economy of the Netherlands; Analysis and forecast for development of the market volume (market size ...
July 2024
100 pages
Netherlands O-Xylene (OX) Market Outlook 2024
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O-Xylene (OX) Market in Netherlands: 2019-2023 Review - capacities by plant, production and consumption dynamics, recent years prices, 5-years forecast
July 2024
40 pages
Netherlands P-Xylene (PX) Market Outlook 2024
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P-Xylene (PX) Market in Netherlands: 2019-2023 Review - capacities by plant, production and consumption dynamics, recent years prices, 5-years forecast
July 2024
40 pages
The Netherlands: biscuits, waffles and wafers market
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This report presents a comprehensive overview of the biscuits, waffles and wafers market in the Netherlands and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis o...
July 2024
100 pages
The Netherlands: crude maize oil market
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This report presents a comprehensive overview of the crude maize oil market in the Netherlands and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market,...
July 2024
100 pages
The Netherlands: empty cachets and rice paper market
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This report presents a comprehensive overview of the empty cachets and rice paper market in the Netherlands and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis o...
July 2024
100 pages
The Netherlands: flavoured/coloured sugar market
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This report presents a comprehensive overview of the flavoured/coloured sugar market in the Netherlands and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of th...
July 2024
100 pages
The Netherlands: gingerbread market
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This report presents a comprehensive overview of the gingerbread market in the Netherlands and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its...
July 2024
100 pages
The Netherlands: glucose market
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This report presents a comprehensive overview of the glucose market in the Netherlands and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its dyn...
July 2024
100 pages
The Netherlands: maize oil market
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This report presents a comprehensive overview of the maize oil market in the Netherlands and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its d...
July 2024
100 pages
The Netherlands: raw sugar market
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This report presents a comprehensive overview of the raw sugar market in the Netherlands and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its d...
July 2024
100 pages
The Netherlands: refined maize oil market
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This report presents a comprehensive overview of the refined maize oil market in the Netherlands and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the marke...
July 2024
100 pages
The Netherlands: refined sugar market
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This report presents a comprehensive overview of the refined sugar market in the Netherlands and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, i...
July 2024
100 pages
The Netherlands: toasted bread market
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This report presents a comprehensive overview of the toasted bread market in the Netherlands and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, i...
July 2024
100 pages
The Netherlands: uncooked pasta (containing eggs) market
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This report presents a comprehensive overview of the uncooked pasta market in the Netherlands and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market,...
July 2024
100 pages
The Netherlands: waffles and wafers market
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This report presents a comprehensive overview of the waffles and wafers market in the Netherlands and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the mark...
July 2024
100 pages
Netherlands Acetone Market Outlook 2024
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Acetone Market in Netherlands: 2019-2023 Review - capacities by plant, production and consumption dynamics, recent years prices, 5-years forecast
July 2024
40 pages