Economic Outlook
Global economic outlook: Receding risks
Some of the downside risks in the global economy have vanished since our spring forecast due to President Trump’s trade deals and the fiscal agreement in the US.
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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.
Corporate insights
Navigating Chinese regulation and cultural differences in Shanghai to support Nordic customers
Did you know that in downtown Shanghai – a city with more than 25 million inhabitants - you will find the Nordea branch? The branch is a part of International Corporate Branches (ICB) in Nordea and supports the Nordic corporate customers with subsidiaries in China.
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Sustainable finance
Eidsiva: Transforming Norway’s energy landscape
Nordea supported Norwegian energy and technology company Eidsiva with its green financing framework and green bond issuance in 2025. How will the company put the bond proceeds to use?
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Corporate insights
Instant Payments Regulation: Get ready for fully automated instant payments and payee verification
Learn how the upcoming Instant Payments Regulation is reshaping financial transactions in Europe and how Nordea’s API solutions can help your business stay ahead of the curve.
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Sustainability
How are Nordic companies performing on ESG? Nordea's latest insights
Nordea Equity Research’s annual ESG ratings for approximately 300 companies reveal ongoing progress, but with noticeable impacts from challenging macroeconomic conditions.
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Economy
Chief Economist's Corner: Recharged batteries
Electric car holiday, green transition and global tensions. An economic summer update from Nordea's Group Chief Economist Helge J. Pedersen.
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Economy
Global economic update: Summer 2025 highlights
As the summer of 2025 draws to a close, Nordea analyst Joel Lundh provides a comprehensive overview of the global economic landscape. From financial markets to world events, this article summarizes the key developments that have shaped the international economy in recent months.
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Sector insights
Powering the transition: The key role of energy efficiency in real estate
In the transition to a sustainable future, the real estate sector is a crucial player. ESG Sector Analyst Mons Lunde explores how energy efficiency is reshaping the industry and creating new opportunities for developers and owners of real estate.
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Sector insights
Sustainability in real estate: Insights from Sweden’s Almedalen Week
Nordea’s Lead ESG Analyst Ebba Ramel shares key insights from Almedalen Week 2025. Learn about the latest trends in sustainable real estate, from circularity and climate adaptation to social sustainability and emerging risks, gleaned from expert sessions and client discussions at Sweden’s premier political forum.
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Corporate insights
Arctic security and EU leadership: Key takeaways from the Nordic AAA Seminar
As global power dynamics shift, Nordic financial institutions and companies face new geopolitical realities. Nordea’s recent Nordic AAA Seminar highlighted the need for businesses to engage in shaping the emerging world order, with Arctic security and EU leadership taking centre stage.
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Sector insights
E-commerce growth in retail: The transparency challenge with chemicals and materials
As e-commerce transforms retail, new business models such as dropshipping introduce fresh challenges in product quality control and regulatory compliance. Explore how the industry is navigating the complex landscape of chemical regulations and materials transparency in an increasingly digital and cross-border marketplace.
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Sector insights
From compliance to competitiveness: Sustainability’s strategic role in the Nordic capital goods sector
In a world of shifting regulations and market dynamics, Nordic industrial companies are uniquely positioned to turn sustainablility challenges into strategic advantages. Discover how embracing sustainability can drive innovation, resilience and long-term competitiveness in the consumer durables and capital goods sectors.
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