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Business Sweden’s global analysis is focused on the macroeconomic and commercial conditions and forecasts that are vital to Swedish companies’ strategic decision-making and operations abroad. While providing insights in the intercept of macroeconomics, trade and investment policies and international business based on well recognized data sources, Business Sweden’s global analysis also integrates know-how stemming from its on-the-ground presence and experience from 40 markets in the world.

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SWEDEN GAINS GROUND AMID PANDEMIC

Sweden’s share of the global market for export goods increased by 9 per cent during the pandemic year 2020, rising to 1.2 per cent from 1.1 per cent in the previous year. The uptick was fuelled by “pandemic goods” such as pharmaceuticals and wood products.

EXPORT MANAGERS' INDEX Q4: Uptick in optimism for Swedish exports

Business Sweden’s Export Managers’ Index (EMI) rose by 1.5 points to 67.6 in the fourth quarter, up from 66.1 in the third quarter. EMI did not regain its second quarter record level, but the indications show that export managers continue to be optimistic. The subindex for expected export demand increased for all regions with Asia making a strong recovery.

A bumpy ride ahead

The global economy is recovering well and the gap between the industrial sector and the services sector is narrowing as restrictions are eased. At the same time, vaccination programmes are progressing at varying pace worldwide which has forced a reinstatement of tight restrictions and local shutdowns, especially in Asia. This puts a damper on Asian growth which, in turn, spills over to the global economy. Global GDP is expected to grow by 6 per cent this year and 4.8 per cent in 2022.

Take on the challenge

Swedish companies have a strong global presence in key industries, markets, and global value chains. The conditions of the past year have shifted the global business landscape and understanding the perspectives and realities from the ground is invaluable for future strategic growth. The Global Business Climate Survey 2021 is the annual collation of responses from over 1,400 decision makers regarding local business conditions and success factors across 22 global markets.

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Sweden’s exports in the eye of the storm

How are Swedish export companies affected by the coronavirus crisis? Sales will continue to suffer severely, our latest survey shows, but fewer companies expect the situation to worsen in the next four weeks.

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Tough action in the time of corona

The coronavirus pandemic has had severe consequences for Swedish exports. Our latest survey takes the temperature of impacts and mitigation plans among large exporting companies.

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Powering up with services

Services are on the upswing in global manufacturing and economic rewards await Swedish companies that get on board. How do you shift from a product-focused offering to a service-oriented business model?

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SWEDEN GAINS GROUND AMID PANDEMIC

EXPORT MANAGERS' INDEX Q4: Uptick in optimism for Swedish exports

A bumpy ride ahead

Take on the challenge

Special reports

Sweden’s exports in the eye of the storm

Tough action in the time of corona

Powering up with services

International Trade comparison

Contact
Lena Sellgren

General questions about our analyses?

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Our analyses

SWEDEN GAINS GROUND AMID PANDEMIC

EXPORT MANAGERS' INDEX Q4: Uptick in optimism for Swedish exports

A bumpy ride ahead

Take on the challenge

Special reports

Sweden’s exports in the eye of the storm

Tough action in the time of corona

Powering up with services

International Trade comparison

ContactLena Sellgren

General questions about our analyses?

Contact
Lena Sellgren