DSW announces largest premium hike ever, cites rising care demand and costs

Dutch health insurer DSW announced its largest premium increase ever for 2026, attributing it to rising demand for care and increasing healthcare costs. The move signals broader cost pressures across the Dutch health system, likely presaging similar hikes by other insurers. The exact percentage increase is not specified, leaving the magnitude of the impact on households and inflation uncertain.

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