Finland’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by 0.9% in the first quarter of 2026 compared with the same period a year earlier, according to Statistics Finland. Growth was driven by increases in investment, exports, and private consumption. Public investment rose sharply, mainly due to the start of fighter jet deliveries that boosted defence spending by 30.8%. Exports grew 3.2% while imports increased 2.2%. Private consumption expanded 0.9%, and private investment grew 0.4%. Value added rose across sectors, notably in forest and chemical industries, energy and water supply, transport, and accommodation and catering services. Overall demand in the economy increased 5.2% from the previous year’s December‑end level.
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