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Young people shop on weekends, the oldest strike on Fridays: this is what the payment rhythm of the Netherlands looks like

AD26 August · 00:014 weeks ago

Dutch people spend their money in a remarkably predictable way, according to an analysis of millions of debit card payments by ABN Amro. The study reveals a clear generational difference in weekday spending patterns. Young people tend to make most of their purchases during the weekend, while older generations prefer to shop on Fridays. This analysis highlights how payment habits in the Netherlands are shaped by age, with distinct routines emerging between different generations throughout the week.

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