Economics: Early indication of recovery for Benelux

Following a period of sustained weak growth in the Benelux countries there are indications that the ...

Following a period of sustained weak growth in the Benelux countries there are indications that the region is starting to improve. However, the risk remains that consumer sentiment could be hampered if political unrest from neighbouring countries rubs off. That said, Alex Shivananda, managing director of Benelux for HG Capital, believes the situation is looking a little better. “Consumer sentiment is improving. The Netherlands went through a recession relatively late compared with other countries in Europe. Even though there has not been political unrest of late, it is a threat. If Benelux...