Economic Pulse Net | Sources: World Bank World Development Indicators, Government Sources | 2026
Key Takeaways
– The Dutch economy grew at a modest 1.78% in 2025, according to the World Bank, signalling steady but unspectacular expansion in Europe’s most trade-dependent small economy.
– Inflation remains sticky at 3.26%, above the comfort zone for consumers but far from crisis levels, creating a delicate balancing act for policymakers.
– Unemployment is remarkably low at 3.87% — effectively full employment by global standards — while GDP per capita (PPP) sits at a staggering $87,320, placing the Netherlands among the world’s wealthiest nations.
– Political stability is underpinned by a consociational model that forces consensus-building across parties, though coalition negotiations remain a recurring national drama.
– Quality of life indicators are strong, with no specific crime or safety data available, though the country consistently ranks among the world’s safest and most liveable nations.
Sources & Methodology
This article is authored by Economic Pulse Net for informational and research purposes. Economic Pulse Net sources its data from multilateral institutions, national statistics bureaus, and proprietary databases. All data is believed to be current as of the date of publication.
Published: July 23, 2026 | Category: Research — Netherlands
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