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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India Business Climate Survey 2023

Sweden and India share a long history of collaboration, and 2023 is a very special year that marks 75 years of diplomatic relations between the two countries. India is now home to 260 Swedish companies, and this number is growing with...

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Indonesia Business Climate Survey 2023

Commercial relationships between Indonesia and Sweden continue to develop in a positive direction. Bilateral trade between the two countries has continued to increase as both economies recover from the effect of the Covid-19 pandemic.

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UAE Business Climate Survey 2023

Sweden and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have a long history of strong bilateral relations and fruitful cooperation. The first Swedish companies established themselves in the UAE back in the 1960s, and today there are over 220 Swedish...

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The United Kingdom Business Climate Survey 2023

The United Kingdom is proud of its reputation as a global hub for business. Thanks to its mature, high-spending consumer market coupled with an open, liberal economy, the UK presents a plethora of opportunities for Swedish companies.

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France Business Climate Survey 2023

With over 68 million inhabitants, France is the second-largest economy in the EU and the seventh-largest economy in the world. France has historically been an important trade partner for Sweden, and this relationship keeps growing.

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Portugal Business Climate Survey 2023

Sweden and Portugal have enjoyed a solid diplomatic and trade relationship since the 17th century. The business communities of our countries have become more integrated – thereby strengthening both our political ties and our trade...

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Singapore Business Climate Survey 2023

This business climate survey offers a comprehensive assessment of Swedish companies operating in Singapore. The survey provides factual insights into the performance and challenges faced by Swedish enterprises, set against the backdrop...

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The Netherlands Business Climate Survey 2023

The Netherlands is Sweden's seventh-largest export market (94 billion SEK) and the third-largest market for imports (206 billion SEK). With its geographically advantageous location, together with its high level of digitalisation,...

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Italy Business Climate Survey 2023

As the world’s eighth-largest economy and the EU’s second-largest industrial producer, Italy provides a wide range of business opportunities to Swedish companies in various sectors, offering excellent access to service providers,...

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Japan Business Climate Survey 2023

Japan has long been known as a strong and profitable market for Swedish companies. Whilst it can initially put up some high barriers to entry, those who persevere usually find a comfortable niche where they can consistently show good...

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Germany Business Climate Survey 2023

With a concerning overall economic outlook in Germany, it is encouraging that among respondents in the 2023 Business Climate Survey, a rather positive picture of the business climate emerges. The bilateral trade volume between Germany...

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Mexico Business Climate Survey 2023

With its vibrant economy and vast population, Mexico stands as a key player in the Latin American market and on the global stage. Its position as Latin America's second-largest market and the world's fifteenth-largest economy...

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Hong Kong Business Climate Survey 2023

Last year's Team Sweden Business Climate Survey – conducted in March 2022 – was particularly influenced by the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. This year's survey – conducted in March 2023 – paints a different picture in various ways,...

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Türkiye Business Climate Survey 2023

In 2022, export volume from Sweden to Türkiye increased by 35 per cent compared to 2021 and amounted to 20.4 billion SEK, reaching an all-time high in the last 10 years. Despite Türkiye's sustained growth in the past decade, the global...

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Mainland China Business Climate Survey 2023

2022 was the year when we experienced the toughest pandemic management ever seen in the market, which had a strong impact on companies and individuals. It was also the year when the zero-Covid policy was dropped overnight, and life...