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Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM): A new era for European trade and climate policy

4 min to read

Sustainability

From January 2026, the EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism fundamentally changes how carbon costs affect global trade, creating new challenges and opportunities for companies across carbon-intensive industries.

War in the Middle East and its economic impact

Economy

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.

Strong investor demand for Empower Europe fund

Markets and investment

Nordea’s Empower Europe Fund has reached EUR 664 million in assets under management, just nine months after its launch. The strong inflow reflects growing investor interest in Europe’s changing role on the geopolitical stage.

Navigating payment changes: ISO 20022 and address requirements in 2026

3 min to read

Payments

Nordic businesses have less than a year to prepare for payment system changes, including the end of unstructured addresses and ISO 20022 version upgrades. Early preparation is crucial for a seamless transition.