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Dutch Economy Expands 0.4 Percent in Second Quarter on Manufacturing and Consumer Spending

Preliminary figures from Statistics Netherlands showed the economy grew 0.4 percent in the second quarter of 2026, supported by stronger manufacturing output, higher household consumption and increased business investment.
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