The Netherlands has fourth richest citizens

The Netherlands is the fourth richest country in the world, according to the latest edition of the Global Wealth Report published on Tuesday by German insurer Allianz.

The Dutch were worth an average €71,430 each in 2013, 3.8% more than in 2012.

The assets are calculated by adding together personal savings, investment and property and subtracting debt, such as mortgages.

Only Switzerland, the US and Belgium has more wealthy citizens than the Netherlands, which rose one place in the overall ranking.

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