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Supplier networks of today and tomorrow

Swedish industrial companies are operating in an increasingly complex environment of heightened geopolitical tensions. This report examines the current state of Swedish industrial companies' supplier networks abroad and how these networks are evolving.

Export of Services 2025: The invisible exports

When global trade in goods dampens, services continue to silently gain momentum. This new analysis from Business Sweden takes you behind the scenes of Sweden’s exports of services – a growing yet often overlooked engine of the Swedish economy.

Global Business Climate Survey 2025

Despite geopolitical turmoil and record high uncertainty, Swedish companies continue to perform well in international markets. This year’s Global Business Climate Survey – which now covers 37 markets in total – shows that 70 per cent of respondents have a moderately positive outlook.

EXPORT MANAGERS' INDEX Q2: Global trade in turmoil

Trade policy uncertainty has never been greater and export managers have a gloomy outlook in the wake of President Trump's sweeping tariffs. Business Sweden's Export Managers' Index (EMI) fell by 3.5 points to 46.4 in the second quarter. The subindex for expected demand from North America plummeted to the lowest recorded level.

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Uncovering mining titans

Swedish know-how and technology expertise are playing a central role in the transformation of the global mining industry. In this report, we explore ways of accelerating sustainability, innovation and exploration at 20 of the world’s largest mining companies.

Pioneering climate adaptation in healthcare

The healthcare and life sciences industry is facing a dual challenge – mitigating emissions while building the climate-resilient health systems of the future. In this EGI report we explore how Swedish companies can bridge the gap and accelerate climate adaptation in overseas markets.

Charting new waters

Chinese players are rapidly expanding their overseas footprint with a growing focus on the Global South. How can Swedish companies navigate a new wave of competition in developing markets? Get the inside perspectives and dive into four key recommendations in this EGI report.

International Trade comparison

Check the development of Swedish trade in different markets all over the world, based on categories like food, raw materials and engineering products.

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