Category: finland
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Governor Olli Rehn Highlights Financial Stability Amid Geopolitical Fragmentation and Technological Advancements
Helsinki, Finland – In a keynote speech at the 2023 RiskLab/BoF/ESRB Conference on Systemic Risk Analytics, Governor Olli Rehn of the Bank of Finland addressed the critical topic of financial stability in an era of geopolitical fragmentation and rapid technological change. The conference, jointly organized by the RiskLab at Arcada, the Bank of Finland, and…
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Governor Olli Rehn: Eternal Challenges in Monetary Policy
Governor Olli Rehn of the Bank of Finland delivered a speech at the Bank of Japan Institute for Monetary and Economic Studies Conference in Tokyo, highlighting the enduring challenges faced by monetary policy. The conference, celebrating its 40th year, provided a platform to address both old and new challenges in the field. Governor Rehn focused…
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Armored 6×6 troop transport vehicles procured for the Finnish Defence Forces
Defense Minister Antti Kaikkonen has authorized the Finnish Defense Forces to procure armored 6×6 troop transport vehicles from Patria. The Army will acquire 91 armored troop transport vehicles along with associated equipment. The procurement includes spare parts, tools, as well as operational and maintenance training. The contract also includes an option for an additional procurement…
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Finland and the United States Strengthen Collaboration in 6G Technology
The Foreign Minister of Finland, Pekka Haavisto, and the United States Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, have signed a joint statement on cooperation in 6G technology between Finland and the United States. The signing ceremony took place in Helsinki, highlighting the shared commitment to intensify collaboration in key research and development areas of 6G and…
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Producer Prices for Manufactured Products in Finland Decline by 0.3% Year-on-Year in April 2023
According to recent data released by Statistics Finland, producer prices for manufactured products experienced a decrease of 0.3% on average from April 2022 to April 2023. While the producer prices of goods sold on the domestic market witnessed a 4.0% increase, prices for export products declined by 4.5%. A line chart illustrating the development of…
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Record High Immigration Numbers in Finland with Nearly 50,000 Immigrations in 2022
The number of immigrants entering Finland reached a record high in 2022, totaling 49,998 individuals, according to recent data released by Statistics Finland. This significant increase in immigration marks a substantial surge compared to the previous years, which saw numbers ranging from 29,000 to 36,000 immigrants annually. Notably, the growth in migration to Finland was…
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Unemployment Rate in Finland Remains Stable with 469,619 Jobseekers in November 2022
The latest data released by Statistic Finland reveals that the number of unemployed jobseekers in Finland stood at 469,619 in November 2022. The unemployment rate remained steady at 8.9 percent, with jobseekers accounting for 8.9 percent of the total workforce, which numbered 2,636,256 individuals. The breakdown of jobseekers by gender indicates that there were 136,307…
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Number of Employed Persons in Finland Shows Marginal Increase in April 2023 Compared to Previous Year
According to the latest Labour Force Survey released by Statistics Finland, the number of employed individuals aged 15 to 74 in April 2023 saw a slight rise of 17,000 compared to the same period last year. However, the number of unemployed individuals also increased by 29,000 during the same timeframe. The employment rate among individuals…
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Finland Witnesses Significant Migration Trends: Immigrants and Emigrants Fluctuate by Year and Gender
In a comprehensive analysis of migration patterns in Finland, new data has shed light on the influx and outflow of people in the country. According to the latest figures from Statistics Finland, the number of immigrants, emigrants, and intermunicipal and intramunicipal migrants has been fluctuating over the years, revealing intriguing insights into Finland’s evolving demographic…
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Energy, Transport, and Communication Industries Receive Half of Business Subsidies in Finland in 2022
A recent analysis of business subsidies in Finland has revealed that a significant portion of direct financial support was directed towards the energy, transport, and communication sectors in 2022. According to Statistics Finland’s data, approximately one-half of all granted subsidies went to enterprises operating in these industries. The figures indicate that a total of 44,165…
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Finland Sees Increase in Deaths, Reflecting Population Aging
According to the latest data from Finland’s official statistics, the number of deaths in the country has been steadily increasing over the past few years, highlighting the ongoing challenges posed by population aging. The figures reveal a rising trend in mortality rates, with the total number of deaths reaching [insert number] in [insert year]. The…
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Finland’s Live Births Reflect Changing Demographics and Trends
Recent data on live births in Finland reveals intriguing patterns and trends, providing insights into the country’s demographic landscape. The statistics highlight the number of live births in different years, as well as the breakdown by gender, offering a comprehensive understanding of Finland’s evolving population dynamics. In 2018, a total of 47,577 live births were…
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Marital Status in Finland: Changes in Marriages, Divorces, and Registered Partnerships
Recent data from Finland provides insights into the country’s marital landscape, revealing trends in marriages, divorces, and registered partnerships. The statistics showcase fluctuations in different categories of marital status over the years, shedding light on the evolving dynamics of relationships in Finnish society. In 2020, a total of 21,687 opposite-sex couples entered into marriages, while…
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Finland’s Population Reaches 5,571,439 at the End of April 2022: Statistics Finland
Statistics Finland has released its preliminary data, revealing that Finland’s population stood at 5,571,439 at the end of April. The figures indicate an increase of 7,469 persons during the period from January to April. The growth in population can be attributed to a migration gain from abroad, as immigration exceeded emigration by 13,597. This influx…
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Cubic Volume of Granted Building Permits Declines Year-on-Year in the First Quarter of 2023: Statistics Finland
According to the latest data released by Statistics Finland, the cubic volume of building permits granted for new construction projects witnessed a significant decrease in the first quarter of 2023 compared to the same period last year. The statistics reveal a notable decline in building activity, reflecting a potential slowdown in the construction sector. Between…
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Nights Spent by Foreign Tourists in Finland Witness a 20% Surge in April 2023: Statistics Finland
According to the latest preliminary data released by Statistics Finland, the number of nights spent by foreign tourists in Finland experienced a significant increase of one-fifth in April 2023 compared to the previous year. The data reveals a positive trend in international tourism as Finland continues to attract visitors from around the globe. In April…
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Sharp Increase in Robbery Suspects Under the Age of 15, Up by 136%: Statistics Finland
Statistics Finland has revealed concerning data regarding the rising trend of robbery suspects in Finland, particularly among individuals under the age of 15. The latest statistics from 2022 indicate a staggering 136% increase in the number of persons aged under 15 suspected of committing robberies compared to the previous year. According to the report, there…
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Vice Chief of German Armed Forces Visits Finland to Strengthen Defense Cooperation
Vice Chief of Defence of the German Armed Forces, Lieutenant General Markus Laubenthal, paid a visit to Finland from 27th to 29th May. The purpose of the visit was to strengthen cooperation between the two countries in defense matters. Lieutenant General Laubenthal was hosted by Chief of Defence Command, Lieutenant General Vesa Virtanen. During his…
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Finland’s Unemployment Rate Rises to 246,100 Jobseekers in April: Ministry of Employment and Economic Affairs
In a recent press release by the Ministry of Employment and Economic Affairs, it was revealed that Finland witnessed a significant increase in the number of jobseekers in April. The report indicated that there were a total of 246,100 unemployed individuals actively seeking employment, marking an alarming rise of 7,400 compared to the same period…
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Contactless Emerges as Dominant Form of Card Payment in Q1/2023 in Finland
According to recent payment statistics, contactless payments were the most prevalent method of card payment in Finland during the first quarter of 2023. A total of 513 million card payments were made using Finnish payment cards, representing a 7% decrease compared to the previous quarter in 2022. The aggregate value of these card payments also…