2025-10-21
The AFM issued the Autumn 2021 Consumer Monitor report, which analyzes the behavior, attitudes, and profiles of Dutch investors aged 18 and older. The findings indicate that 22% of Dutch households now invest, with independent investing rising to 62% and robo-advice acceptance reaching 56%. Key drivers for new investors include the search for higher returns and negative savings interest, while investment preferences show a strong dominance of investment funds and a doubling of index fund usage.