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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Canada Business Climate Survey

Swedish companies have a long history in Canada, with strong engagement, entrepreneurialism, and innovative thinking. This survey shows that the Canadian market offers excellent expansion opportunities for Swedish companies. Canada is a...

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France Business Climate Survey 2021

France has historically been an important trade partner for Sweden and this relationship keeps growing. With its 67 million inhabitants, France is the third largest market in Europe, and the seventh largest economy in the world. Key...

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Business Climate Survey India 2021

In these uncertain times, increased government spending can bring a multiplier effect in the economic growth and result in the boosted private sector’s sentiments and demand. A review of the outcome of the India Business Climate Survey...

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Spain Business Climate Survey 2021

Team Sweden España (the Embassy, Business Sweden, the Swedish Chamber of Commerce in Madrid and the Swedish Chamber of Commerce in Barcelona) have joined forces and carried out a business climate survey among Swedish companies in Spain....

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Japan Business Climate Survey

In the Business Climate Survey Japan 2020, the market outlook was quite poor due to the concerns regarding the impact of Covid-19. However, despite the challenges posed by the pandemic, the large majority – 75 per cent – of Swedish firms...

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US Business Climate Survey 2021

The US is a key market for many Swedish companies and the US is Sweden’s largest export market outside of Europe. Sweden as a country, as well as Swedish products and services have an excellent reputation for sustainability, innovation...

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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...

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Indonesia Business Climate Survey 2021

A large number of Swedish companies have a presence or economic interest in Indonesia, one of Southeast Asia's emerging economies, and the scope for further investment is on the rise with steady economic growth and a booming...

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Vietnam Business Climate Survey 2021

After the European Union - Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) became operational in August 2020, Swedish business in Vietnam has embarked on a new era. Despite the continuing challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic, the Business Climate...

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Türkiye Business Climate Survey

Türkiye was one of the few OECD countries that experienced positive growth in 2020. But the country has faced severe challenges ranging from political and regional uncertainties to currency volatility and pandemic impacts. Despite this,...

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Hong Kong Business Climate Survey

The prosperous business hub Hong Kong used to be known as “Asia’s world city”. But recent political changes and the economic downturn due to the pandemic have cast doubt on Hong Kong’s future. This survey captures the most up-to-date...

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China Business Climate Survey

Swedish companies perceive an improved business climate compared to last year and saw an impact of COVID-19 less negative than expected with forecasted revenue and profit increases in 2021 compared with last year, but challenges on the...

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Germany Business Climate Survey 2021

Known as Europe’s economic engine, Germany has played an important role in leading the European Union through the Covid-19 crisis. By implementing generous support schemes, Germany could assure stability on the market, which has created...

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Singapore Business Climate Survey 2021

Bound by mutual goals of sustainability through innovation and an open approach to collaboration, Singapore and Sweden's have strong business ties that are mutually beneficial to both countries. A robust approach to the pandemic has seen...