Dutch Professional Services Stock News

Universal Music Group (ENXTAM:UMG) and AI music startup Udio have settled a copyright dispute and are teaming up to create a new AI-powered music platform in 2026. This collaboration signals a shift for UMG toward integrating advanced technology solutions in music creation. See our latest analysis for Universal Music Group. Following the news of Universal Music Group’s AI partnership, shares have seen some volatility, with a 6.8% slide over the past month but a modest 1.2% gain in total...

Flow Traders (ENXTAM:FLOW) released its third-quarter results, falling short of market expectations as weak revenue capture and lower net trading income weighed on profits. The company also closed $275 million in new credit facilities to support future initiatives. See our latest analysis for Flow Traders. Shares in Flow Traders have struggled to build momentum lately, sliding 6.7% after the Q3 miss and now down more than 8% over the past month. While the 1-year total shareholder return is...

On October 30, 2025, DSM-Firmenich reported solid third-quarter growth, a significant increase in Adjusted EBITDA, and provided updates on its ongoing €1 billion share repurchase program and the planned exit from its Animal Nutrition & Health business, with the divestment on track to conclude in the fourth quarter. The company also revised its full-year outlook due to unfavorable foreign exchange effects and continued volatility in vitamins, reflecting the operational challenges of its...

In late October 2025, Arcadis N.V. repurchased 61,852 of its own shares as part of its recently announced capital reduction program, bringing total buybacks under this initiative to 448,008 shares to date. The company also reported a return to organic growth in Q3 2025, achieving €936 million in net revenues and an operating EBITA margin expansion to 11.6%, driven by portfolio shifts toward energy, water, climate, and technology markets with strong demand in North America and Europe. To...

When you see that almost half of the companies in the Software industry in the Netherlands have price-to-sales ratios...

ASM International (ENXTAM:ASM) shares have moved higher recently, catching some attention among semiconductor investors. With strong momentum over the past month and quarterly gains topping 35%, the company’s performance continues to fuel curiosity about its valuation and growth outlook. See our latest analysis for ASM International. Momentum has clearly returned to ASM International, with the stock’s recent rally building on a robust 90-day share price return of nearly 36%. That short-term...

AI music startup Udio recently announced it has signed an agreement with Universal Music Group to launch a new platform that allows fans to create remixes and customized tracks using licensed content, resolving an earlier copyright dispute between the two companies. This collaboration marks a major move for Universal Music Group in embracing artificial intelligence, potentially unlocking new ways to monetize its extensive music catalog by enabling legally compliant, fan-driven music...

Koninklijke Heijmans N.V. ( AMS:HEIJM ), is not the largest company out there, but it received a lot of attention from...

Key Insights Significant control over Havas by retail investors implies that the general public has more power to...

Heineken recently unveiled its EverGreen 2030 strategy, outlining plans for global growth, digital transformation, productivity gains, and new sustainability targets, while launching a €1.5 billion share buyback program and confirming reduced sales guidance amid economic pressures. An important aspect from these updates is Heineken’s focus on optimizing its global footprint, including targeted market exits and expansion in key emerging regions, while doubling down on premium, low- and...

IMCD N.V. ( AMS:IMCD ), might not be a large cap stock, but it saw significant share price movement during recent...

When close to half the companies in the Netherlands have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") above 18x, you may...

If you are trying to decide what to do with your ArcelorMittal shares, or thinking about jumping in for the first time, there is a lot to consider right now. The steel giant's stock has delivered some eye-catching returns: up 1.1% over the past week, 7.3% over the past month, and a striking 49.8% year-to-date. Looking at a longer time frame, the numbers get even more impressive, with the stock nearly tripling over the past five years with a return of 201.8%. These gains have caught the...

Signify (ENXTAM:LIGHT) shares came into focus after the company released its third-quarter results and adjusted its 2025 outlook, citing softer US market conditions and weaker OEM demand. Both sales and net income declined year over year. See our latest analysis for Signify. Signify’s share price has felt the impact of its recent outlook revision, dropping 9.4% in a single day and extending its 7-day decline to over 7%. While Q3 results and the lowered 2025 forecast have weighed on sentiment,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...