Whitepapers & Guides

When the African Continental Free-Trade Area Agreement came into effect in January 2021, it marked the beginning of a new era for trade within and to the continent. With intra-trade set to increase significantly by 2035, Swedish companies on the continent will see a dramatic shift in opportunities. The growth potential is vast, but a strategic approach is needed to navigate the new landscape.

Established and developing markets in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa are competing to provide metal and minerals for new technology, production and sustainable solutions for a smarter, sustainable future.

Across the US, Swedish companies, particularly those in automotive and manufacturing, and retail and food are adjusting and responding to the impact of Covid-19 and moving to mitigate the economic and social consequences. The impact of travel restrictions and revenue disruptions are being felt across the business spectrum.

How will the pandemic accelerate change in the world hierarchy? Which markets are likely to leap forward and why? This third part of our series on the New Business Landscape puts seven key trends into perspective.

Australia’s business landscape is changing as European suppliers in the market face accelerating competition from Asia. This report outlines five critical steps that will help Swedish companies reposition for growth.

China is the number one export destination for Swedish pharmaceutical products. This report turns a spotlight on China’s accelerating reform agenda and highlights how Swedish companies can gain a competitive edge in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.

The increased burden on healthcare systems and rapid acceleration of digital solutions are creating opportunities for Swedish companies to launch in new markets to support long-term change and improve patient outcomes. Our report spotlights NHS England as one major market for growth.

Sweden’s future prosperity is put in jeopardy as some countries undermine the foundations of global free trade. This report contributes to the broad knowledge base that will be instrumental in efforts to counteract this negative trend.

Recession or no recession, China isn’t wasting any time in rolling out 5G across major sectors. Here’s a look at next-gen networks in the world’s biggest test market for 5G and what Swedish suppliers should expect.

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.

Smart solutions for sustainable and cost-efficient air conditioning is a hot topic in the Gulf states. As urbanisation picks up speed in one of the world’s hottest regions, promising opportunities are opening up for Swedish suppliers of cutting-edge systems for district cooling.

High rates of urbanisation and increasingly sedentary lifestyles are creating healthcare challenges in the UAE and Saudi Arabia. To tackle the burden of non-communicable disease and halt the increase, governments are strategically transforming their healthcare systems.

Unprecedented economic growth and increasing numbers of upper-middle consumers are driving Africa’s retail revolution. Our report explores the future trends and behaviours in the continents fastest growing markets and opportunities for Swedish companies to grow global sales.

Asian competitors are gaining ground while a political agenda to favour domestic “Made in Australia” suppliers presents new challenges. But there is a silver lining for Swedish companies: the drive toward sustainability.

Leading automotive industry experts expect big changes across the ecosystem – and big opportunities, our report outlines how traditional and new stakeholders can benefit.