Economic Outlook
Denmark's economic outlook: Continued progress
The Danish economy is on a firm footing, and we expect it to continue to grow in 2025, supported by further central bank rate cuts and rising household purchasing power.
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Economic Outlook
Strong economy, concerned consumers in Denmark
Despite the Danish economy's solid recovery, consumer confidence is at a low level, as households are increasingly worried about Denmark’s economic situation going forward. The question is whether this will put a spanner in the works for the expected consumption-driven recovery in 2025.
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Sustainable finance
Leading the way in sustainable finance - Nordea wins 8 awards
Nordea's commitment to sustainable finance has once again earned recognition, with eight awards in Global Finance's 2025 Sustainable Finance Awards, including top rankings in global, regional and country categories.
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Economic Outlook
Global economic outlook: Risks both ways
The global economic outlook for 2025 reflects a very high level of uncertainty, and economic developments could easily surprise in either direction. Our baseline story remains unchanged, and we expect monetary policy easing to support growth especially in the Euro area and China – and in both regions consumer spending could surprise to the upside.
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Economic Outlook
Nordea's Chief Economist: Political risks have increased significantly
Global growth continues at a moderate pace. The US economy was boosted after the presidential election, while Europe is trying hard to catch up. Uncertainty is high and increasingly linked to political developments. Monetary policy rate cuts are coming to an end, and growth in the Nordic region will likely chiefly be driven by domestic demand in the coming year.
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Corporate insights
Chief Economist's Corner: Welcome to 2025
Trump, Germany and central bank rhetoric will be three factors that will define economic developments in the new year.
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Sector insights
Climate transition in the Nordic land transport sector: Navigating change
Regulatory pressures, technological innovation and rising customer expectations are all driving action when it comes to sustainability in the land transport sector. Mikko Hirvonen, Senior ESG Analyst, outlines the key factors shaping the industry’s transition.
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Digital banking
A new era in e-invoicing: Nordea to enhance bill pay services in Sweden
We are upgrading our e-invoice offering in Sweden to simplify and streamline the experience both for corporates and private customers. The benefits include easy onboarding, a seamless flow and hassle-free bill pay.
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Nordea On Your Mind
European Energy: More ambitious and immediate action needed to reach Paris Agreement goals
What role does the renewable energy transition play in global efforts to limit climate change? What are the main challenges? For insights, our Nordea On Your Mind team spoke to the CEO and co-founder of renewable energy project developer European Energy, Knud Erik Andersen.
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Economy
Chief Economist's Corner: Will Trump be a wake-up call for Europe?
Economic and political problems are currently piling up in both Germany and France. But perhaps Trump's re-election will be a catalyst for major pan-European reforms.
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Nordea On Your Mind
Ovako: Almost all new business won in the past year has a strong sustainability profile
What does the green energy transition look like in an energy- and emission-intense steel industry? For answers, our Nordea On Your Mind team reached out to niche steel producer Ovako’s CFO Erik Bohman.
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Nordea On Your Mind
Nordea On Your Mind: Energy transition
Climate change is already causing major economic damage. The only way to stop it is for the world to invest in the transition to renewable energy. This will require 2.3% of global GDP to 2050, which is significant, but doable. In their last report, “Energy transition,” our Nordea On Your Mind team explores what investments will be needed and how they could be funded.
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