The Dutch economy expanded by 1.3% year-over-year in the second quarter of 2026, easing slightly from a 1.4% annual growth rate recorded in the first quarter of 2026. The latest reading, updated on 30 July 2026, indicates a modest loss of momentum but suggests that the Netherlands remains on a broadly stable growth path.
Both the current and previous figures measure real GDP growth compared with the same quarter a year earlier, allowing a consistent year-over-year comparison. While the 0.1 percentage point slowdown hints at a mild cooling in activity, the data still point to continued economic expansion rather than contraction. Investors and policymakers will be watching upcoming quarters closely to see whether this marginal deceleration is temporary or the start of a more pronounced trend in Dutch growth.
