Human resources firm SD Worx estimates that wages will rise over 10% in January 2023 in sectors that index wages once a year, usually in January. On Tuesday, Belgium published its inflation figures for August, which reached 9.94%, the highest monthly increase since 1976. As a result, the health index-based inflation rate increased from 9.07% …
A non-binding letter of intent signed today by Merlin Entertainments, Wallonia and the Federal Government indicates that the theme park will be built on the former industrial site of construction machinery builder Caterpillar in Gosselies. It is estimated that the amusement park will cost between €370 and €400 million, of which Wallonia will contribute €100 …
As electricity and gas prices reach record highs, Alexander De Croo will convene the Consultative Committee to discuss the ongoing energy crisis. According to the Belga News Agency, De Croo will hold the meeting on Wednesday to discuss rising energy prices. Following a question from Vooruit chair Conner Rousseau, who asked the government to convene …
In the midst of a cost of living crisis, landlords are increasingly passing on rising inflation and energy costs to tenants, resulting in painful rent hikes. Rent in Brussels has gone up considerably as a result; the average rental price is now €1,104. The Federia (federation of French-speaking real estate agents) rental barometer, published by …
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After it was revealed that Germany is filling up its gas reserves faster than expected, natural gas prices in Europe dropped sharply on Monday morning. In preparation for the winter ahead, Germany wants to be well-prepared. Before the exchange, the price on the leading Amsterdam gas exchange fell by 16% to €286 per megawatt-hour (MWh). …
According to Reuters on Monday, Belgium has backed introducing price caps for the European Union’s gas and electricity hubs and suspending trade in cases of “irrational market behavior”. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and reduced gas supplies to Europe have spooked the 27-nation EU into considering price caps to deal with soaring energy prices. Eurostat reported …
Belgium’s largest electricity consumer, SNCB, has reached out to the government for assistance as a result of the energy crisis. According to the Flemish newspaper De Standard, SNCB’s energy bills will increase significantly, similar to that of most Belgian households. It is estimated that the company’s overall energy bill (for electricity, gas, and oil) will …
Latest figures from the Sciensano national health institute show that Covid-19 patients in Belgian hospitals have fallen below 1,000 for the first time since 19 June. Also, the number of patients in intensive care has decreased by 23%, with 68 patients staying in intensive care. A total of 1,947 infections were reported per day between …
According to a study conducted by Arval, BNP Paribas’ corporate leasing division, electric SUVs are becoming increasingly popular among corporate users. As fossil-fuelled vehicles fall out of favor as company vehicles, their number may increase. The popularity of these vehicles isn’t so much driven by their green credentials as by their size. The rental group …
A march to the European Quarter has been planned by taxi federations across the continent, demanding politicians act on findings from the Uber Files, which show how Uber manipulated national laws in favor of its platform. The march will begin at the North Station in Brussels. There will be a demonstration at 10:00 on 8 …