Economic policy

Consumer confidence at lowest level in two years, companies slightly more positive

The easing of military action in the Middle East does not appear to have brought any relief to consumer confidence.

Ten companies going bankrupt every day – Ombudsman warns of record figures this century

A total of 933 companies went bankrupt between January and March, the Office of the Bankruptcy Ombudsman reports.

Consumer confidence hits a low – “Fears have intensified significantly”

The US and Israel’s attack on Iran has hit consumer confidence.

SMEs’ financial situation weakened early in the year

Although the current situation for SMEs is challenging, confidence in the future has strengthened, the Yrittäjägallup survey shows.

Growth expectations not reflected in consumer confidence, businesses more upbeat

Consumer confidence weakened markedly in January.

Value of industrial orders fall for third consecutive month

Tariffs have slowed growth in industry.

Positive momentum in industry comes to a halt

The value of new industrial orders in October was 3.7% lower than a year previously, Statistics Finland says.

Women’s confidence in the economy significantly weaker than men’s

Companies are considerably more optimistic than consumers in their expectations of Finland’s future economic performance.

Orders in metal industry grow the most

The value of new industrial orders in September was 0.9% higher than a year previously, Statistics Finland says.

“Finnish industry looks like it’s entered a new phase” – SY economist

Statistics Finland data show the value of orders is growing.