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NLFI reduces stake in ABN AMRO to below one-third in line with current trading plan

ABN AMRO Bank N.V. (ABN AMRO) has been informed by NLFI (Stichting administratiekantoor beheer financiële instellingen) that it has reduced its stake in ABN AMRO to below one-third. NLFI is currently executing its trading plan, as announced on 15 October 2024, to reduce its stake in ABN AMRO to approximately 30%.

Childcare sees a massive return of self-employed workers to salaried positions

A significant portion of self-employed workers in childcare has returned to salaried positions at childcare organizations, employment agencies, and staffing firms. ABN AMRO estimates that the number of hours worked by self-employed workers will decrease by 70 percent in 2025, based on a survey conducted among childcare organizations, industry associations, and self-employment intermediaries.

ABN AMRO MeesPierson foresees economic slowdown, reduces equity position

ABN AMRO Bank posts net profit of EUR 619 million in Q1 2025

ABN AMRO Bank posts net profit of EUR 619 million in Q1 2025

Ivna Esajas wins 13th edition of ABN AMRO Art Award

Ivna Esajas has won the 13th edition of the ABN AMRO Art Award. The jury appreciates Esajas as an artist who is committed to following her own path, creating a unique and thought-provoking universe at the intersection of drawing and painting. In doing so, she raises questions about how we relate to one another and to history, and achieves this by means both poetic and playful. The ABN AMRO Art Award supports the development of promising female artists in the Netherlands and provides a platform for them to reach the widest possible audience. As part of the Award, Ivna Esajas will exhibit her work at Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam and in the ABN AMRO Art Space in the Zuidas business district in November 2025.

First-time buyers are missing opportunities: 60% haven’t met with adviser or bank yet

Over two thirds of first-time buyers expect buying a home to be difficult. But over six out of ten (61%) haven’t discussed their plans with a mortgage adviser or bank yet. A study carried out by Ipsos I&O on behalf of ABN AMRO has shown that first-time buyers who expect that buying a home will be difficult for them are less likely to consult a mortgage adviser or bank. A wasted opportunity, according to ABN AMRO. That’s why the bank is calling on first-time buyers to make an appointment so that they can explore their options.

Yorick Naeff appointed as Head of Innovation at ABN AMRO

ABN AMRO is proud to announce that Yorick Naeff will begin his role as Head of Innovation in the Innovation & Technology department on February 1, 2026. Yorick, currently CEO and co-founder of BUX, brings nearly 20 years of valuable experience in the financial sector. He has worked as a strategy consultant and senior manager at ING and has an impressive network within the European technology and fintech sectors.

Successful exit for ABN AMRO Sustainable Impact Fund

ABN AMRO Sustainable Impact Fund (ABN AMRO SIF) has successfully exited its investment in Eternal Sun, transferring majority ownership to Bolster Investment Partners (Bolster). With this transaction, Eternal Sun enters its next phase of growth.

“Delay in sustainability reporting requirements does not mean businesses can sit back”

Recognising hidden costs now puts you ahead of the competition Although the introduction of the European directives [LA1] on sustainability reporting (CSRD and CSDDD) has been delayed, Dutch businesses cannot afford to sit back and wait. New research by ABN AMRO and the Impact Institute shows that Dutch enterprises are responsible for no less than 41 billion euros in social costs. These social costs stem from human rights violations throughout the entire production chain of Dutch businesses.

ABN AMRO commemorates fallen colleagues of World War II

During the Second World War, more than three hundred employees of ABN AMRO’s predecessors lost their lives as a result of acts of war, the persecution of Jews, forced labour or resistance activities. The bank has commemorated them every year since 1947, and does so again today.