Statistical Office of Finland released the 2026 first‑quarter business demography figures. During January‑March 2026, 11,740 enterprises commenced operations while 14,244 ceased. Compared with the same period last year, the number of new businesses increased by 800 and the number of closures fell by 7,200. Consequently, the quarter recorded a net decline of 2,504 firms. Sector‑level estimates show that the increase in new enterprises occurred in every region except Pirkanmaa, South Savo and Southwest Finland; only North Karelia saw more starts than stops. The data also provide estimates by industry, with the largest numbers in transport, industry, and wholesale trade. These figures are part of a quarterly series tracking entrepreneurship dynamics across Finland.
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