Business Climate Surveys

Our survey finds that, while the country’s economy surged to reach a trade surplus of nearly USD 1 trillion, the business climate for Swedish companies in Mainland China reached a new record low. Revenue and profit growth have contracted, but a majority of the companies are still committed to the Chinese market.

This 2025 Business Climate Survey captures the voices and experiences of Swedish business leaders operating in the Netherlands. The survey is conducted at a time when the Dutch business environment is shaped by cautious optimism. The current Dutch economy presents a mixed picture as it navigates both global and domestic uncertainties.

We are proud to have over one hundred Swedish and Sweden-related companies present in Hong Kong. They all contribute to the vibrant business scene, bringing innovations, technology, and job opportunities. To stay updated on our companies’ perception of the Hong Kong market, Team Sweden yearly carries out a business climate survey.

In this survey, we show how Swedish companies view Germany as a market and what is important to be successful. As Europe’s largest economy with more than 83 million people, Germany offers business opportunities across multiple industries.

Team Sweden in Thailand invited a wide range of Swedish companies to participate in the 2024 Business Climate Survey, ensuring diverse perspectives on economic conditions, market environments, and business ease in Thailand.

With more than 68 million inhabitants, France is the second-largest economy in the European Union in terms of GDP, and the seventh-largest economy in the world.

In 2023, the export volume from Sweden to Türkiye experienced a significant growth of 17 per cent over the previous year, reaching a record-setting total of SEK 23.8 billion.

This survey, backed by research and data, offers factual insights into their performance and challenges, all within the context of Singapore's macroeconomic outlook.

The Nordic region is highly important to Swedish business, representing about 25 per cent of Sweden’s total exports of goods and services.

South Africa has held the title of the largest economy on the African continent and has often extended a hand of peace and friendship to neighbouring countries.

On 14 February 2024, Indonesia held a general election. The results of this report show an optimistic expectation among Swedish companies on the prospect of Prabowo Subianto’s election to the Indonesian presidency.

According to IMF, Vietnam remains as one of the 20 fastest-growing economies globally in 2024. It is also one of the countries with the most Free Trade Agreements in ASEAN.

In 2023, amidst a shifting global economic landscape, the Middle East emerged as the fastest growing export market for Swedish companies and Saudi Arabia stands out as Sweden’s largest export partner in the region.

Many regional business opportunities are generated in the UAE, and a significant part of regional trade with Swedish products goes through the country. Today, the UAE is Sweden's second-largest trading partner in the MENA region.

As the third-largest economy globally and the largest in Europe, Germany holds a crucial role as Sweden's primary trading partner.