Market Update 17 February 2026, with columns by Harry Geels, Han Dieperink and Joeri de Wilde
Market Update 17 February 2026

Joeri de Wilde: Leaving the super-rich untouched is a danger to democracy

The government reforms box 3, but leaves the ultra-rich untouched, thus increasing inequality and threatening democracy.

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Lunch Webinar Discussion 'Private Debt during and after the Wtp transition'

Mark Leeijen (Achmea IM), Robin Schouten (Van Lanschot Kempen IM) and Kevin Simons (AF Advisors) share their insights.

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Harry Geels (credits Cor Salverius Fotografie)

Harry Geels: Where to emigrate for tax purposes after Box 3 plans?

New Box 3 plans are fuelling emigration plans. More and more wealthy Dutch citizens are looking for a fiscally attractive alternative.

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Han Dieperink (credits Cor Salverius Fotografie)

Han Dieperink: Box 3, a missed opportunity of historic proportions

The box 3 system is a compromise that affects investors and slows economic growth. Is abolishing it more logical than reforming it?

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These were the most notable transfers of the past week

Coos Luning and Jelle Beenen are transferring to PGB Pensioenfonds. Roelie van Wijk has been appointed Non-Executive Director at LPPI.

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