In a release on 30 June 2026, Statistics Finland reported that the service sector’s seasonally adjusted, work‑day‑adjusted turnover rose 5.9% in May 2026 compared with May 2025. The underlying volume, adjusted for price changes, increased 3.1%. Transport and storage services recorded the strongest growth, with turnover up 9.8% and volume up 5.0%. Other major subsectors—professional, scientific and technical services; information and communication; administration and support services; arts, entertainment and recreation; real estate; accommodation and food services; and other services—also showed gains, ranging from 3.1% to 4.8% in turnover and 1.7% to 3.7% in volume. The service sector’s overall growth exceeded the previous month’s 4.9% rise.
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