As of 2020, the (leased) company bicycle is included in the law. The employer provides a company bicycle to the employee, and the employee adds 7% of the recommended retail price. In practice, the employee usually surrenders part of his gross salary (lease installments) over a period of 36 months, in exchange for the company bicycle.
- Dutch economy expected to grow 0.3% in 2024 and 1% in 2025 (Autumn estimate DNB) - German economy shrinks 1% in 2023, expected growth 2024 0.2% (already revised downward several times) - Gas and electricity prices fall slightly in 2024 - Unemployment at end of January 2024 3.6% (368,000) - Number of bankruptcies continues to rise: 6% increase in January vs. January 2023
The Netherlands has a centuries-long history as an internationally oriented nation. That has brought us much misery and much prosperity. It seems as if we want to deal with that international orientation. Both the prime minister and the king publicly apologize for our slavery past. Commemorations regarding the police actions in Indonesia are widely attended and fully televised. Colonies and former colonies are being financially compensated for the damage we caused.
Recently we received a visit from Jaap Huizing and Ellen Kelleners. Jaap and Ellen are both in VWO and are going to participate in the World Citizens internship in cooperation with the Global Exploration Foundation. Jaap and Ellen have asked if we as Tripolis would like to sponsor them to make their trip possible.
There is good news for anyone who takes his or her retirement seriously. That's because with the new Future Pension Act, a number of changes have been made that allow you to build up extra pension through an annuity. An annuity is the way to build up personal wealth for retirement. One important change is the increase in the annual margin.
* Dutch economy expected to grow 0.3% in 2024 and 1% in 2025 (Autumn estimate DNB) * German economy shrinks 1% in 2023, expected growth 2024 0.4% * Gas and electricity prices remain stable * Unemployment 3.6% (366,000)
Dear esteemed readers, On behalf of the entire team, we would like to wish you a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year! As we close the year 2023, we would like to reflect on the valuable collaborations we have been privileged to experience. In 2023, we have experienced highlights together, overcome challenges and celebrated successes. Your trust and commitment have made our journey extra special.
The election results are still reverberating. It was just a month ago that we didn't know what we were seeing when the results of the exit poll appeared on the screen. Not much later we got to witness Frans Timmermans' Greek tragedy in a hall in Amsterdam, surrounded by GL-PvdA fans. They had to hold each other, he told his audience. Something terrible had apparently happened. War in Ukraine? Gaza? Climate? Poverty in the Netherlands? No, the election results. Once again, I didn't understand a thing.