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NetherlandsNetherlands GDP Growth Rate YoY fell to 1.3% in April 2026
FMPQuarterlyReleased July 2026
Netherlands GDP Growth Rate YoY fell to 1.3% in April 2026, released July 2026, down 0.1% from March's 1.4% reading. The print exceeded the 1.2% consensus by 0.1%. The print is running well below the 12-month average of 1.72%. The reading is in the 21st percentile of the trailing 24-month range.
Latest Release
1.3
Actual
1.2
Consensus
1.4
Previous
Median Absolute Error
±0.14 percentage points
across last 12 releases
Last Call
Sep 2026
Predicted: 1.38
Actual: 1.3
Error: +0.07
Sigmacast Σ-direction model: consensus + ½ × mean(surprise, trailing 90d).
CORRELATED SYMBOLS— markets that historically move with this indicator
| Symbol | Direction | Correlation | Asset Class | Co-movement | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XAU/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.47 | COMMODITIES | Moves against | → View |
| BTC/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.47 | CRYPTO | Moves against | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
GDP Growth Rate YoY (Netherlands) was reported at 1.3% in July 2026. This beat the market consensus of 1.2% by 0.1%. The reading fell from the previous value of 1.4%. Trailing 12-month context per ETL data through September 2026. Over the past 12 months, the indicator has averaged 1.59%, ranging from 1.3% to 1.8% across 8 releases.
WHY IT MATTERS
The trailing three releases averaged 1.33%, down from the prior three at 1.8%. Volatility over the past year (σ 0.21%) is lower than the prior year (σ 0.39%). In September readings over the past 3 years, GDP Growth Rate YoY has averaged 0.9%.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is negatively correlated with XAU/USD (Bearish XAU). A secondary relationship exists with BTC/USD, negatively correlated (Bearish BTC). Over the last 12 releases, the Sigmacast model's median absolute error is 0.14%.
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
The next release is scheduled for September 23, 2026. Same-country events in the next 14 days include Consumer Confidence (Sep 22).
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update September 2026.
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About GDP Growth Rate YoY — Netherlands
DEFINITION
The GDP Growth Rate YoY (Year-over-Year) is a key economic indicator that measures the annual change in a country's Gross Domestic Product (GDP). It provides insight into the overall health and performance of an economy, as a higher growth rate indicates a stronger and more robust economy. This indicator is closely monitored by policymakers, investors, and businesses to make informed decisions and assess the current and future economic outlook. A positive GDP Growth Rate YoY is generally seen as a positive sign of economic growth and stability, while a negative growth rate may indicate a slowdown or recession.
WHY THIS INDICATOR MATTERS
Aggregate growth figures anchor cyclical positioning across asset classes and inform fiscal and monetary policy debate. Surprises against consensus can drive short-term moves, particularly when the print breaks an established trend. Released quarterly.
WHAT CHANGED THIS MONTH
Latest reading (Apr 2026): actual 1.3 %, consensus 1.3 %. Prior reading (Apr 2026): 1.3 %. Before that (Jan 2026): 1.4 %.
WHAT'S NEXT
Sigmacast's 1-month forecast points to a similar reading versus the latest print, with the 3-month outlook reinforcing that direction. Both horizons are aligned bullish for this indicator, suggesting a consistent trend signal. Trend-driven dynamics are the primary tailwind in the current projection. This indicator correlates most strongly with XAU/USD (Bearish XAU, r=-0.47) — a useful reference for commodities-focused traders.
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Economic Calendar - NL Events
| Thursday, September 17, 2026 | Actual | Previous | Consensus | Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast | Impact | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:30 | NL | Unemployment Rate | 4 | 4 | 4.1 | 4.02 | Medium |