Country: NL | Published: 2026-09-15
Dutch shares closed modestly lower as Budget Day took center stage, with the government's fiscal plan proposing a capital gains tax as part of a broader wealth levy reform and the
Dutch shares closed modestly lower as Budget Day took center stage, with the government's fiscal plan proposing a capital gains tax as part of a broader wealth levy reform and the finance minister framing the budget around slowing the economy. The restraint message sits oddly against data showing the Dutch economy gained momentum in the first half of the year on stronger consumption and manufacturing, a tension markets will likely weigh in coming sessions. Separately, AI infrastructure firm Nebius drew bullish analyst chatter, though its tape stayed quiet despite the upbeat commentary.