Belgian business insolvencies rise 37.8% in June 2026, impacting 3,100 jobs

Belgian business bankruptcies surged by 37.8% month-over-month in June 2026, with the hospitality sector experiencing the highest volume of closures. While the year-over-year figure remains relatively stable compared to 2025, the sharp monthly spike and associated job losses indicate intensifying economic pressure on domestic SMEs. It remains uncertain if this represents a temporary volatility or the start of a sustained downturn in the Belgian service sector.