Industry outlook recovers due to March figures
The value of new industrial orders in March was almost 8% higher than a year previously, Statistics Finland reports.
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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.
Illegal payment terms becoming more common
Nearly one third of SMEs say their contract partners have extended payment terms.
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.
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.
Joblessness risk dampening consumer confidence – firms more confident
Businesses expect production to grow before year-end.