Economic Outlook
Danish economy stands on solid foundation
The war in the Middle East challenges the resilience of international and Danish economies, but the foundation for continued growth is quite solid.
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Economic Outlook
Norway economic outlook: Inflation in focus
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.
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Economic Outlook
Finland economic outlook: Will growth continue?
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.
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Nordea
Nordea founding partner of Nordic Compass – a new Nordic industry-led initiative to strengthen competitiveness and resilience
Nordic Compass – a new Nordic industry-led initiative – brings together major industrial actors to mobilise the Nordic region’s shared societal, innovative and industrial strengths in new ways.
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Economic Outlook
Sweden economic outlook: Staying the course
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.
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Global economic outlook: Geopolitical drag
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.
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Economy
Chief Economist's Corner: The Middle East war shapes EU's future energy policy
Energy prices have risen significantly, but diversified energy supply and lower energy consumption limit the risk of economic collapse. Nuclear power and renewable energy come into focus in the EU's future energy policy.
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Tech & AI
Key trends shaping the financial industry
The financial industry is changing fast. Economic uncertainty, digital innovation and stricter regulation combined with climate, demographic and cyber challenges redefine how institutions compete and create value. Let us walk you through eight key trends.
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Economy
War in the Middle East and its economic impact
Oil prices have surged from USD 60 to nearly USD 120 per barrel amid Middle East tensions, but the Nordic economies are expected to remain resilient. Our analysis shows the economic impact should be manageable if prices stabilise around current forward market expectations.
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Economy
Nordic strength in a changing world
The Nordic region stands out for its economic resilience, innovation capacity and stable financial system – factors that continue to attract capital and support long term-growth.
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Economy
Arctic security and defense spending: Economic implications
NATO’s new defense spending target will more than double European military budgets by 2035, with significant economic implications, clients heard at a recent Nordea event on Arctic security policy.
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Economy
Tariff uncertainty persists despite US Supreme Court ruling
Tariff uncertainty has increased again after the Supreme Court found a big part of the US tariffs illegal. New tariffs quickly followed, but it would be premature to expect recent developments to materially alter the economic and market outlook.
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