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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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...

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Norway Business Climate Survey

More than neighbours, Norway and Sweden are also linked by strong cultural and political ties that combine with common ambitions to collaborate to create a more sustainable future through strong business relationships. But Norway's...

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France Business Climate Survey

France was the leading European destination for Swedish investments in 2019 and Swedish companies are doing well – demonstrating both profitability and confidence in the French market. Some 71 per cent of new entrants are planning to...

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China Business Climate Survey

Structural changes and the impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic present new challenges in China, but Swedish companies continue to have a positive outlook on market growth.

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Singapore Business Climate Survey

Will Singapore maintain its position as a low-risk country and attractive gateway to Southeast Asia after Covid-19? Get the full picture in our latest Business Climate Survey.

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Germany Business Climate Survey 2020

What are the implications for Swedish companies as Europe’s economic engine stalls over the coronavirus outbreak? Find all the answers in our latest survey from Germany.

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Indonesia Business Climate Survey

Why are 54 percent of Swedish companies in Indonesia planning to increase their local investments despite the global economic turmoil? Find out in our latest edition of the Business Climate Survey which outlines future opportunities.