Finance - Blue Finessence

Dutch government to tackle international tax avoidance

The Netherlands will improve tax transparency and update tax treaties with low-income countries and low middle-income countries. Tax treaties with Zambia and 22 other poor countries will be revised to allow the incorporation of anti-abuse clauses where necessary. This was announced by Ploumen, Minister for Foreign Trade and

Van Dijkhuizen Committee: lower tax rates with a very long first bracket, fewer tax deductibles and simpler benefits will lead to more jobs

The Van Dijkhuizen Committee advises the government to opt for an improved tax system with lower rates and a very long first bracket, fewer deductible items and simpler benefits. According to the CPB Netherlands Economic Bureau for Economic Policy Analysis, these structural reforms will lead in the long

Government wishes to sell shares in URENCO

The Dutch government wishes to sell its interest in URENCO, which provides uranium enrichment services for nuclear power producers. The Cabinet has agreed to this intention. The sale of the Dutch shares in URENCO can only take place, when the public interest in terms of non-proliferation, nuclear safety

Dutch minister of Finance makes offer for compensation due to the nationalisation of SNS REAAL

The Dutch minister of Finance makes an offer for compensation due to the expropriation of shares and subordinated debt of SNS REAAL and SNS Bank. The offer amounts to €0,- for both the expropriated shares as well as the subordinated debt. Source

State of the Netherlands nationalises SNS REAAL

The Minister of Finance, in close consultation with De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB), has nationalised SNS Reaal. Savings deposits of clients are secure and the service provision of SNS REAAL has been safeguarded. The intervention has averted grave threats to financial stability and the economy. Source

5 Clues Your Mother-in-Law Wants You Out of the Picture

123rf.com Let’s be honest—mother-in-law relationships can be tricky even under the best of circumstances. But sometimes, the tension goes beyond normal in-law awkwardness and into something more unsettling. If it feels like your partner’s mom is constantly undermining you, creating division, or subtly sabotaging your role in the

7 Things That Can Lower Your Credit Score Without You Knowing

Image Source: 123rf.com Most people think they have a pretty good grasp on what affects their credit score—missing payments, racking up too much debt, or defaulting on a loan. But what about the lesser-known pitfalls that can chip away at that all-important number without warning? Credit scores are

Budgeting 101: 5 Financial Tips Every Young Adult Should Know

123rf.com Stepping into adulthood means taking on new responsibilities—and for many young adults, managing money tops the list. Whether you’ve just landed your first job, moved into your own place, or started college, your financial habits today will shape your future security and freedom. Learning a few smart

5 Shocking Truths About Childcare Costs in 2025 That Will Change Your Financial Perspective!

123rf.com If you thought childcare costs were outrageous a few years ago, brace yourself—2025 has taken things to an entirely new level. Parents across the country are experiencing sticker shock as prices soar and availability becomes scarcer than ever. Whether you’re expecting your first child or juggling a

Airbnb Goes Beyond Stays

Travel can slow down temporary but the demand to get away from your home is everlasting. Airbnb CFO, Ellie Mertz, joined Motley Fool CEO and Co-founder, Tom Gardner, and Chief Investment Officer, Andy Cross, for a conversation about: – Why Airbnb is focusing on experiences and services. –

Category: Finance