Global upheaval – Financial stability at risk from power politics
Risks to financial stability are growing due to global power politics. Finland’s financial system has shown strong resilience, and this must continue as we move forward.
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Investor confidence in Finland as an investment destination has remained strong
Finland’s country risk has remained low, and the weakened security situation has not been evident in investor behaviour. Stable institutions and efforts to reduce government debt help keep country risk in check.
Trade war weakens export outlook for Finnish companies
A trade war would pose challenges for exporting companies in particular. Nevertheless, the debt-servicing ability of companies in Finland is good, for the most part. The greatest difficulties have been faced by small businesses and by sectors such as construction.
Mortgage borrowers have proved resilient against the interest rate risk of their loans
Finnish mortgage borrowers coped well with their loan servicing costs during the period of steep rises in interest rates. Borrowers should ensure they are prepared for various kinds of financial risks in the future too.