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Frank Vang-Jensen: An unsettled start to the year – but a solid quarter for Nordea

Interim result

Frank Vang-Jensen: ‘In a volatile market, we grew business volumes and delivered high profitability – while getting our 2030 strategy off to a good start.’

First-quarter results 2026

Interim result

Nordea’s return on equity for the quarter was 15.4%, reflecting resilient performance and solid profitability in a quarter where markets were negatively impacted by the escalation of the Middle East conflict.

What is liquidity management, and why does it matter?

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Cash management

Liquidity management helps businesses remain financially resilient. With the right structures in place, companies can manage cash flows efficiently, reduce risk and maintain flexibility in volatile markets.

Chief Economist's Corner: The Middle East war shapes EU's future energy policy

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Economy

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.