Business Climate Surveys

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This year's edition of Global business climate survey 2026

Swedish companies are proving resilient in 2026 despite geopolitical turbulence and a cautious global outlook. Optimism remains high in Asia-Pacific while European sentiment has edged up, with Ireland now in second place. Explore views from the ground in a record 41 markets worldwide.

Explore all our Business Climate Surveys

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Saudi Arabia Business Climate Survey 2026

This year’s survey shows that Swedish companies in Saudi Arabia continue to report strong financial performance, with most remaining profitable despite a more cautious outlook than in previous years. While expectations for turnover and...

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United Arab Emirates Business Climate Survey 2026

Our survey shows that Swedish companies in the United Arab Emirates continue to perform strongly, with a clear majority reporting profitable operations and a positive outlook. Business confidence remains high, with most companies...

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Kenya Business Climate Survey 2026

This year’s survey shows that Swedish companies in Kenya continue to report improving business performance, with profitability increasing compared to the previous year. Most companies expect turnover growth and continued investment over...

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South Africa Business Climate Survey 2026

This year’s survey shows that Swedish companies in South Africa continue to report comparatively resilient performance, with many remaining profitable and a strong majority expecting industry turnover to increase over the coming year....

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Nigeria Business Climate Survey 2026

This year’s survey shows that Swedish-related companies in Nigeria report mixed but generally resilient financial performance, with nearly half remaining profitable and many expecting industry turnover to increase over the coming year....

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Morocco Business Climate Survey 2026

This year’s survey shows continued strong performance among Swedish companies in Morocco, with all surveyed companies reporting profitable operations and positive expectations for the year ahead. Stable investment plans and strong growth...

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The United Arab Emirates Business Climate Survey 2024

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.

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South Africa Business Climate Survey 2021

South Africa has focused its efforts on growing its economy to becoming a globally competitive and more attractive investment destination through rapid industrialisation and diversity. Despite having weak economic growth in the last few...