Pensions

Starting in 2026, millions of Dutch citizens will transition to a new pension system with individual pots. Twenty major funds are moving first, transferring around €500 billion, but face significant administrative and market-related challenges in December.

In a keynote at Bitcoin Amsterdam, Jordy den Toom argues that with the traditional financial pillars of saving, housing, and pensions failing Generation Z, Bitcoin offers a necessary new foundation for building wealth and securing a financial future.

Major Dutch pension funds for the metal and construction industries have announced significant pension increases for 2026. The metal industry fund PME will raise pensions by 2.82%, while the construction fund bpfBouw will also increase payouts as it transitions to a new pension system.