Get the latest insights on the economy, industries and emerging trends that can help your business tackle the challenges it faces in today’s market. We share the learnings and perspectives of leading experts and innovators in the Nordics, both from Nordea and beyond.
US-China trade summit: Key takeaways for Nordic businesses
The recent Beijing summit won't reset US-China relations, but it offers something businesses have craved since 2018: predictability. We break down what "managed stability" means for Nordic companies navigating global supply chains.
Scope 3 emissions: the next big test for corporate climate action
Companies that proactively engage with their Scope 3 emissions are finding opportunities to deliver business value beyond compliance, from more strategic procurement decisions to greater supply chain resilience.
From payments to decisions: The future of Transaction Banking
As payment execution becomes faster and more automated, the real value in transaction banking is shifting from managing individual transactions to orchestrating financial flows in real-time environments.
Nordic economies show resilience as corporates resume deal activity
International bank partners gathered at Nordea Talks on 20 May in Copenhagen for insights on Nordic market momentum, the economic outlook and the strategic shifts reshaping payments, funding and corporate investment across the region.
The overall impact of the Middle East conflict on activity in the Norwegian economy is likely to be limited. Even so, the outlook is somewhat weaker than in previous forecasts because of higher, not lower, interest rates.
The Finnish economy has finally returned to broad-based growth, with both private consumption and industrial output picking up. Growth is also beginning to support the labour market and public finances. However, higher energy prices and rising interest rates in the wake of the Middle East crisis are expected to weigh on economic activity later in the year.
Sweden is on a solid footing and can withstand several of the challenges arising from the war in the Middle East. A favourable circumstance is the low inflation rate this year. Uncertainty is high. A key factor will be how long the Strait of Hormuz remains closed.
The Middle East war and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz disrupt energy and supply chains and weaken confidence. We therefore downgrade our global growth forecast, while central banks face rising price pressures.
Europe’s path in an age of uncertainty: Reflections from Nordea’s AAA Seminar
With geopolitical tensions rising and technology reshaping markets, Europe stands at a crossroads. Our AAA Seminar examined the choices facing policymakers and investors as they navigate in an increasingly complex global landscape.