Business

EU agricultural prices continue to rise

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has significantly disturbed global agricultural markets. The average price of agricultural products rose by 21% in the space of a year.

Sunday, October 2, 2022

AB InBev-Efes suspends Leffe production in Russia

Production of Leffe beer by AB InBev's Turkish venture partner will once again be halted during negotiations to sell the Belgian brewer's stake in the market.

Saturday, October 1, 2022

Belgian mobility company launches small electric city car

The Microlino is just 2.5 metres long, weighs 500 kilograms, and is built to accommodate two passengers.

Thursday, September 29, 2022

NewB: Belgian sustainable bank on brink of collapse

With the deadline ticking ever closer, it is uncertain whether the grassroots bank will succeed in raising the required capital.

Thursday, September 29, 2022

Colruyt share price falls by more than 15%

The company’s profitability is set to reduce by more than €200 million this year.

Thursday, September 29, 2022

Over 10% of Walloon companies risk going under due to energy crisis

Walloon companies are especially vulnerable to the crisis because around 20% of companies are unable to cope with the growing labour shortage in the country.

Thursday, September 29, 2022

Multinationals still in Russia forced to assist with army mobilisation

International companies who refuse to leave the Russian market will be forced to support Russia’s war against Ukraine by aiding in the mobilisation of conscript soldiers.

Thursday, September 29, 2022

Staff cuts and colder offices: Belgian SMEs scrambling to save money

"Personnel costs, together with energy costs, are the main priorities for the fourth quarter."

Wednesday, September 28, 2022

Bakery forced to close after 500% increase in energy bills

“If we apply the same increase to our bread, your white loaf should be sold at €16.80 for us to survive... It’s not an increase, it’s an assassination!"

Wednesday, September 28, 2022

Belgian company selected for European hypersonic missile defence system

Sonaca will help develop ultra-fast interceptor rockets designed to react to the latest generation of hypersonic missiles.

Wednesday, September 28, 2022

Knokke-Heist hosts prestigious car festival from 6 to 9 October

This year's edition of the Zoute Grand Prix will be held on 6-9 October in Knokke-Heist, with about 600 exceptional cars from 21 manufacturers on show.

Tuesday, September 27, 2022

Spanish airline Volotea to open route from Charleroi airport

Spanish low-cost airline Volotea is set to open a new route between Charleroi (Brussels South) airport and the French city of Lyon.

Tuesday, September 27, 2022

Belgian waterways ship 42.6 million tonnes of goods

In total, around 54 major waterways link Belgium to France and the Netherlands, as well as out into the English channel and North Sea.

Tuesday, September 27, 2022

De Bleeker calls for an investigation into Antwerp real estate fraud

Investigation ordered into possible embezzlement by MADE real estate agency and WINVEST promotion company,

Monday, September 26, 2022

Flanders: Entrepreneurs urge government to reach budget agreement

Businesses in Flanders are urging the government to reach agreement on the budget.

Monday, September 26, 2022

Thermal clothing sales boom in Belgium over high energy price fears

By wearing thermal clothing at home, Belgians can afford to turn their heating down by a few degrees, potentially more than paying off the value of the purchase.

Monday, September 26, 2022

Rise of house prices in Belgium is slowing down

The annual inflation rate for house prices fell to 5.9% in the second quarter of this year.

Sunday, September 25, 2022

DPD opens new €52 million distribution centre in Vilvoorde

Despite massive growth, DPD has always struggled to turn a profit in Belgium. The company hopes that the new centre will change this.

Friday, September 23, 2022

Fast food chain closes at night due to high energy costs

The Bruno Foodcorners stores, a cornerstone of late-night food in Limburg, will no longer serve fast food at night until 31 March, 2023.

Friday, September 23, 2022

European stock markets tumble sharply at opening on Thursday

The BEL20 opened 1.64% lower this morning.

Thursday, September 22, 2022