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ING Groep N.V. announced that Ljiljana Čortan, currently chief risk officer and Executive Board member, will be appointed head of Wholesale Banking to succeed Andrew Bester, with the transition set to occur by April 2026 pending regulatory approval. This leadership shift brings an experienced executive with over 25 years in international banking into a pivotal business unit and initiates a search for a new chief risk officer. We'll examine how Ljiljana Čortan's appointment as head of...

Heineken (ENXTAM:HEIA) shares have seen mixed performance this year, moving up nearly 4% over the past month but falling by about 11% over the past 3 months. Investors continue to assess the company's value in relation to recent results and growth prospects. See our latest analysis for Heineken. After a downturn earlier this year, Heineken’s share price has started to stabilize, with momentum picking up modestly in the past month. However, the past year’s total shareholder return of -11.4%...

BE Semiconductor Industries (ENXTAM:BESI) reported a net profit margin of 25.6%, down from last year’s 28.9%, with earnings declining at an average rate of 4.3% per year over the past five years and negative earnings growth in the most recent period. Despite this pressure on profitability, the company is forecasting revenue to grow 23.1% per year and earnings to increase 31.9% annually. Both of these figures remain well ahead of the broader Dutch market’s expectations. These ambitious growth...

Signify (ENXTAM:LIGHT) delivered a net profit margin of 5.7%, up from 3.8% the previous year, and posted a robust 41.2% earnings growth over the last twelve months. Despite forecasts for earnings to grow at 7.49% per year and revenue at just 0.7% per year, both trailing the broader Dutch market, the shift from a five-year average earnings decline of 6.2% per year to positive momentum is a noticeable turnaround. Investors will be watching closely, especially given the company’s favorable...

Randstad N.V. recently reported its third-quarter and nine-month 2025 results, showing declines in both sales and net income compared to the previous year, with quarterly sales at €5.81 billion and net income at €83 million. This marks a consecutive period of contraction in core operating metrics, suggesting continued pressure on the company’s profitability and revenue streams. We'll examine how this ongoing decline in earnings growth impacts Randstad's investment narrative and future...

Key Insights The considerable ownership by individual investors in NN Group indicates that they collectively have a...

With a median price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of close to 17x in the Netherlands, you could be forgiven for feeling...

BE Semiconductor Industries N.V. recently announced third quarter 2025 results, reporting sales of €132.73 million and net income of €25.28 million, both lower than the prior year, alongside the launch of a new share buyback program for up to 10% of its issued share capital. While earnings decreased, the company provided guidance for a significant revenue increase in the fourth quarter and continued strong booking momentum, highlighting management’s focus on returning capital to...

Koninklijke Philips (ENXTAM:PHIA) has been drawing renewed market interest lately, sparked by its improving fundamentals and recent stock movement. Investors are analyzing what a 12% gain over the past 3 months could mean for the company’s outlook. See our latest analysis for Koninklijke Philips. Philips’ share price has gained real momentum in recent months. It has climbed over 12% in the last quarter as some of the business turnaround efforts took hold. While the share price is now at...

Key Insights Institutions' substantial holdings in Koninklijke KPN implies that they have significant influence over...

Akzo Nobel (ENXTAM:AKZA) saw its earnings fall by 11.3% per year over the last five years, with its net profit margin slipping to 3.9%, down from 5.5% a year ago. Looking ahead, revenue is forecast to grow at a modest 2.1% per year, trailing the Dutch market’s 7.5% rate. Earnings are expected to improve at 13.7% annually, outpacing the local benchmark’s 11%. For investors, the main draw is accelerating earnings growth, even as recent profitability declines mark a cautious backdrop for the...

Adyen (ENXTAM:ADYEN) shares saw a modest uptick of 0.13% in the latest session. The move comes as investors continue to assess the company’s recent performance and ongoing profitability trends. See our latest analysis for Adyen. Adyen’s 1-month share price return of 8.7% stands out as positive momentum is building after a period of mixed sentiment. While this recent strength has helped shares rebound slightly higher for the year, longer-term total shareholder returns remain muted. This...

Thinking about whether to buy, sell, or hang on to ASML Holding stock? You’re definitely not alone. This is a name that keeps popping up for anyone watching the semiconductor space, and with good reason. ASML’s share price has really put on a show lately, up 1.2% this past week, rising 8.3% in the last month, and adding an impressive 28.7% year-to-date. Zoom out even more and the long-term numbers look just as exciting, with the stock up 35.6% in the last year and a staggering 195.5% over...

Randstad (ENXTAM:RAND) posted a net profit margin of 0.2% for the twelve months ending September 30, 2025, a notable drop from last year’s 1.8%. The bottom line was hit by a one-off loss of €125.0 million and continued earnings declines at an annual rate of 14.6% over five years, with negative EPS growth in the latest year. Despite compressed margins and persistent profit challenges, forecasts suggest a sharp turnaround ahead. Earnings are expected to surge 32.8% per year for the next three...

Galapagos NV announced its intention to wind down its cell therapy business, following a comprehensive strategic review and unsuccessful divestiture attempts, affecting approximately 365 employees and leading to site closures in Europe, the U.S., and China. This significant shift highlights the company's plan to redirect available cash towards building a pipeline of novel therapeutics through targeted business development, under recently refreshed leadership. We’ll examine how the decision...

Thinking about what to do with your Wolters Kluwer shares right now? You're not alone. With the company's stock price closing at 112.75 most recently, plenty of investors are eyeing its performance and asking whether now is the moment to buy, hold, or even trim their positions. Over the past week, the stock ticked up 2.7%, showing a bit of short-term momentum. That’s a pleasant shift after a tougher stretch. The 30-day move is down 0.7%, and year-to-date, shares have slipped 30.1%. Of course,...

HAL Trust's ( AMS:HAL ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 7.2x might make it look like a strong buy right now...

Key Insights Institutions' substantial holdings in Aalberts implies that they have significant influence over the...

Galapagos (ENXTAM:GLPG) has announced plans to wind down its cell therapy business after a comprehensive strategic review. This significant decision refocuses the company’s resources and signals a shift in its long-term priorities. See our latest analysis for Galapagos. Over the past year, Galapagos' total shareholder return slipped just 0.5%, despite the company making some big moves. These include a leadership shakeup last week and now a major refocus away from cell therapy. Meanwhile, its...

With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 25.2x Akzo Nobel N.V. ( AMS:AKZA ) may be sending bearish signals at the...

TKH Group N.V. ( AMS:TWEKA ), is not the largest company out there, but it saw a double-digit share price rise of over...

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Thinking about what your next move with Heineken stock should be? You are not alone. Whether you are eyeing that distinctive green bottle on store shelves or watching its ticker on your favorite trading app, Heineken has been turning heads lately. After what felt like a sluggish 2023 for the Dutch brewing giant, the stock has started 2024 with fresh momentum. Just this past week, Heineken shares climbed 4.9%, extending a 7.0% gain over the past month, and even year-to-date, it is modestly up...

Theon International Plc recently announced it had secured a €300 million senior revolving credit facility with a consortium of nine leading international and Greek banks, arranged by BNP Paribas and Commerzbank. This agreement enhances Theon International's financial flexibility, enabling it to refinance short-term debt, support general corporate needs, and potentially pursue larger acquisitions. We’ll explore how this expanded financial capacity could shape Theon International's investment...