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2026.03.1605:30:00UTC+00Dutch Trade Surplus Narrows in January as Export Momentum Eases

The Netherlands’ trade surplus narrowed at the start of 2026, with the balance slipping to 8.06 billion euros in January 2026 from 9.82 billion euros in December 2025. The latest figures, updated on 16 March 2026, suggest a moderation in the country’s external surplus after a strong year-end performance.

The decline of around 1.76 billion euros points to softer net exports, though the trade balance remains firmly in positive territory. The Netherlands, a key gateway for goods entering and leaving the Eurozone, continues to post substantial surpluses, underscoring its role as a major European trading hub.

Market participants and policymakers will watch upcoming releases closely to assess whether January’s pullback reflects a temporary adjustment after December’s strength or the beginning of a broader cooling in trade activity in early 2026.

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