Belgian Savers See Long-Awaited Relief as Bank Rates Begin to Rise After a prolonged period of stagnant returns, Belgian savers are finally beginning to benefit from increasing interest rates. Several banks are revising their savings account offerings upwards, signaling a potential shift in the financial landscape for those seeking modest growth on their deposits. This … Read more
Ryanair Escalates Dispute with Belgium Over Airport Taxes, Threatens Service Cuts Brussels – Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary has launched a scathing attack on Belgian authorities, accusing them of implementing “stupid” taxes that are hindering the airline’s operations and potentially forcing it to reduce services at Charleroi Airport. The escalating dispute centers around aviation taxes and … Read more
Belgium’s 2026 Economic Shift: Navigating Indexation, Healthcare Costs, and the Future of Work By 2026, the average Belgian household will see a 7.8% decrease in real disposable income, even *with* wage indexation, according to projections from the National Bank of Belgium. This isn’t simply a matter of rising prices; it’s a systemic shift demanding a … Read more