Prinsjesdag 2020, unique and economically uncertain times

21-09-2020 | by Rowan Hermes | Symbid

Prinsjesdag 2020 was unique. For the first time since 1904, the Speech from the Throne (Troonrede) was not delivered in the Ridderzaal, but in the Grote Kerk. More attention was paid to the different mouth masks than to the hats on the hottest Prinsjesdag ever. Without a Golden Coach, a balcony scene and people dressed in orange, it was a sober day. But a number of traditions remained, including the leakage of some of the plans (well) before Prinsjesdag. The main message of the Speech from the Throne was that the Netherlands must brace itself for the consequences of a severe economic setback. We look at two measures that are of interest to investors.

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