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Presents information on the economic and political condition in Finland. Economic forecast for 2005 to 2006; Impact of the lock-out at paper mills on the country's economic growth in 2005; Main political parties.

The outlook for the public finances has deteriorated slightly compared with the original budget for 2005. The government conducted a review of fiscal policy in March, including setting new spending limits for 2006-09. Most pay deals have followed the national norm, but the paper industry is suffering from a major dispute. A review of immigration policy is being conducted. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Presents an update on foreign trade and payments of Finland as of January 2006. Comparison of increases in exports and imports in annual terms; Decrease in trade surplus in the 3rd quarter of 2005; Influence of paper export dispute on trade results.

The article provides information on the trends in the various sectors of Finland. It details the growth in the forestry and pulp and paper sectors. However, output growth in the transport and communications industries slowed from 7.5 percent to 4.3 percent, and in retail trade from 8.1 percent to 5.5 percent. The clothing industry and the production of rubber and plastic products were considered the main weak spots.

Forecasts the trends in various sectors in Finland from 2006 to 2007. Paper industry; Retail trade; Durable consumer goods industry; Manufacturing industries.

Reports on business sectors of Finland in 2004. Percentage of decline in overall production; Factors that contributed to an increase in production of services; Production rate in wood and paper industry.

The article offers a monthly review of the economic performance of the Republic of Finland for August 2008. It notes the decline in industrial productivity in June, with the wood and paper industry pegged at 9.3% and the electrical and electronic products at a 3% decline. However, conditions in the labor market continue to show positive signs, with a 1.9% year-on-year employment increase in June. Other topics discussed include the increase in inflation rates and signs of a slowdown in the housing sector.

Presents an outlook for the economic policy of Finland for 2005 to 2006. Initiatives launched by the government to increase employment in 2005; Factors that will contribute to the expected deficit of the country in 2005; Impact of the lock-out at paper mills on government revenue.

Forecasts foreign trade activities in Finland from 2006 to 2007. Decline in trade surplus; Growth of merchandise exports; Increase of imports of goods.

Covers issues related to the economic policy of Finland as of August 2005. Factors that will contribute to the budget deficit that will be incurred by the government in 2005 and 2006; Impact of the industrial dispute in the paper sector on the output growth in 2005; Changes in the supplementary budget for 2005.

Forecasts the performance of the economy of Finland from 2006 to 2007. Growth of the gross domestic product; Increase in private consumption; Stability of consumer confidence.

The article reports on the economic performance of Finland as of February 2010. It states that Finnish paper makers have been affected by weak demand and overcapacity, although some fourth-quarter results showed improvements. It mentions that data for the fourth quarter of 2009 showed that house prices have recovered and returned to above pre-recession levels.

The article talks about output and demand in the domestic economy of Finland. The economy continues to grow in the second quarter of 2006, with overall GDP increasing by 6 percent in year-on-year terms. Data for retail spending suggest that demand continued to expand in the second quarter of 2006 and at the beginning of the third, with overall retail sales volumes rising by an average of 5.4 percent in three months.

Information on developments in the economic performance of Finland as of May 2009 is presented. Recession continued to deepen, with seasonally adjusted economic activity estimated to have declined by 1.8%. Figures show a contraction in activity in the services sector, which was concentrated in the transport and storage sector. Financial results from the metals and pulp and paper sectors were poor, with metals manufacturers reporting sharp falls in sales.

The article considers the foreign trade and payments of Finland in 2006. Export and import growth slowed in the fourth quarter of 2006, which led to the slight widening of the country's surplus. Most of the rise in Finland's exports in the first ten months was in shipments to other European countries like Russia and Norway. Exports of basic manufactures like paper, iron and steel increased.

The article presents a forecast on the economy of Finland. Latest national accounts figures show that GDP growth surged in the first half of 2006, assisted by the base effect of the previous year's labour dispute in the pulp and paper sector. Consumer price inflation accelerated but this is still lower than the average rate in the EU.

Forecasts the political and economic conditions in Finland from 2006 to 2007. Stability of politics in the country; Relations with other countries; Trends in the economic policy; Growth of the economy.

Presents an update related to employment, wages and prices in Finland as of August 2005. Increase in employment rate in May; Wage inflation posted by the research and development sector in the first quarter; Average import price inflation in the second quarter.

The article deals with international trade and payments of Finland. The foreign-trade data for the second quarter of 2006 reflect the impact of strike in the pulp and paper sector in 2005, as exports jumped sharply compared with a year earlier. However, the data for the current-account balance in the first eight months of 2006 confirm that there was a significant increase in the trade surplus, but relatively modest changes in the other main components.

Forecasts the financial indicators of Finland from 2006 to 2007. Exchange rates; Stock exchange; Interest rates.

Presents an update on the primary and industrial sectors in Finland as of August 2005. Factors that contributed to the decline in manufacturing production in the first quarter; Increase in the output levels of the transport, storage and communications sectors; Impact of the elimination of European Union quotas for textiles on the textiles production.

Information on economic performance of Finland as of February 2009 is presented. Industrial production worsened, indicating a working-day-adjusted year-on-year fall in output of 15.6%. The wood and paper industry experienced the largest declines in production. The capacity utilisation rate in manufacturing declined to 81.9%. Data show that fall in the prices of dwellings in flats and terraces houses accelerated.

Presents an update related to foreign trade and payments in Finland as of August 2005. Factors that contributed to the increase in the value of imports in the first quarter; Decline in the trade balance in the first five months of 2005; Increase in the factor income outflows from January to May.

Presents an update on the domestic economy in Finland as of August 2005. Factors that contributed to the deceleration in the rate of economic growth in the first three months of 2005; Economic impact of the industrial dispute in the pulp and paper sector in May; Implications of the decline in consumers' confidence in the economy in June.

The article focuses on the economic performance of Finland in 2011 and early 2012. Based on data from Statistics Finland (SF), more employers within the wood, paper, pulp and heavy machinery sectors are expected to reduce production, close units and shed more workers in 2012. A major concern is the decision of Nokia, which accounted for about 1.6% of gross domestic product (GDP) in 2011, to decrease its production and research and development.

The article reviews Finland's economic performance for the first quarter of 2011. After almost three years of recession, the country's economic output has been encouragingly increasing, with strong manufacturing and services industry growth. Wage settlements remain moderate but trade unions are expected to push for new collective agreements to meet actual living costs. Industrial actions are targeted for May and June from electronics, engineering and paper trade unions.

Presents an update on financial indicators in Finland as of January 2006. Increase in the Helsinki equity index in the 4th quarter of 2005; Expectations of Nokia on the possible benefit of market demand on its earnings; Increase in the share price of TeliaSonera in the 4th quarter of 2005.

The article reports on the political conditions in Finland, as of February 2008. The main governing political parties in the country have retained the support of the Finnish public despite heavy criticism for having failed to meet expectations raised during its election campaign. It states that the country has a tradition of state ownership. According to recent polls, the public's discontent has hit the opposition Social Democratic Party more than the other parties.

The article offers information on the political conditions in Finland. An opinion poll shows that 70 percent of the population is satisfied with the government. After the March 2007 election, the government launched a policy program that reflected many of the themes under which the governing parties had campaigned. The article also discusses the possible impact of nuclear power issue, the criticism of the Conservatives against the former minister of foreign affairs, Erkki Tuomioja and the president, Tarja Halonen and Finland's relationship with Russia.

The article provides information on the economic policy in Finland. In 2006, economic growth has revived, with gross domestic product (GDP), growing by 5.3 percent. Strong economic growth, according to the article, has helped reduce unemployment and strengthen the public finances. The government projects that the economy will expand by 4.3 percent in 2007. The article discusses the proposed measures by the coalition to boost employment, the intention of the government to introduce tax cuts and the concern over the potential impact of high household debt.

The article focuses on the economic condition in Finland. The world economy has remained flexible despite and uncertain geopolitical backdrop. At purchasing power parity (PPP) rates, world gross domestic product (GDP) is estimated to have grown in 2006, while it is estimated to have expanded by 4% at market exchange rates. The period of easy money is coming to an end as monetary policy is being tightened around the world.

The article provides information on the economic and political climate in Finland. Internal tensions in the government coalition have increased, but the Economist Intelligence Unit expects it to last until the next general election which is due in March 2007 and to continue in government for a further term. The economic policy and domestic economy are also discussed.

The article presents Finland's economic forecast for 2006 to 2007. The summary of the country's international assumptions from 2004 to 2007 are presented, including real gross domestic product growth and exchange rates. The country also expects a higher nominal wage growth, combined with strong consumer demand and increased house prices to push inflation.

The article reports trends in economic policy in Finland. Government spending has increased due to stronger than expected revenue. The debt/gross domestic product ratio will fall over the coming years as much of the revenue growth will be used to reduce debt. The country has opened itself to workers from all EU member states.

The article presents economic forecast for Finland in 2006-2007. Gross domestic product growth is projected to become slower in 2007. Consumer price inflation will slightly increase over the forecast period, while the euro is expected to appreciate against the U.S. dollar. Trade and current-account surpluses are expected to fall as a result of faster import growth.

The article provides an outlook for the Finnish economy in July 2006. The world economy is expected to continue to grow fairly robustly this year and in 2007. Investment is said to recover strongly to meet rising consumer demand and higher pressures on capacity. Imports are predicted to continue to grow faster than exports.

Provides an outlook on the state of the economy in Finland. Summary of international assumptions; Gross domestic product by expenditure; State of consumer price inflation.

Forecasts the economic growth of Finland from 2006-2007. Growth of the country's gross domestic product; Rise of investments and consumer demand in the country; Factors that could lead to inflation rate increases in the country.

Presents the forecast on the economy of Finland for 2006 to 2007. Overview of international assumptions, including financial indicators; Details on economic growth; Performance of exchange rates; Expectation on the growth of imports.

Forecasts the economy of Finland through 2007. Assumptions on international economic performance; Increase in domestic product by expenditures; Estimates of consumer price inflation.

Provides information on the economics and political conditions in Finland as of January 2006. Economic and political outlook; Economic policy outlook; Status of the domestic economy.

Presents an update on employment, wages and prices in Finland as of January 2006. Increase in annual total employment; Employment status in the services sector; Weakness of output in the construction sector.

Focuses on the domestic economy of Finland in 2005. Comparison of the increase in gross domestic product in the 3rd quarter of 2005 and 2004; Reason for the decrease in company stocks in the 2nd quarter of 2005; Contribution of inventory accumulation to stock levels in the 3rd quarter of 2005.

Presents an outlook for the economic condition of Finland for 2005 to 2006. Factors that will contribute to the increased investment spending in 2006; Forecasted gross domestic product growth in 2006; Anticipated increase in average inflation in 2005 and 2006.

Reports on the domestic economy of Finland in 2004 and 2005. Factors that contributed to a decline in unemployment rate; Percentage of increase in overall wages; Trends in import price inflation.

Presents updates on employment, wages and prices in the domestic economy of Finland as of November 2004. Unemployment; Impact of the increase in global commodity prices on import price inflation; Consumer price inflation.

Discusses the trends in employment, wages and prices in Finland from 2003 to 2004. Comparison of the rate of unemployment in the country between May 2003 and May 2004; Growth in total wages and salaries during the second-quarter of 2003 and the first quarter of 2004; Impact of high oil prices on import price inflation.

The article presents an update on the economic performance of Finland. It relates the increase in value of Finland's exports and import costs in 2010. The reasons for the rise in the nation's inflation rate, include the upward trend in international commodity prices, rising indirect taxes and rising property costs.

The article reports on the status of the economic policy in Finland, as of February 2008. The government's policy towards companies that are partly owned by the state has come under fire in the debate over the decision by forest products company Stora Enso to close two of its factories in the country. The introduction of a new system for vehicle taxation has contributed to a sharp fall in prices for new and used vehicles. It states that taxes and vehicle prices could be reduced further if the government loses its ongoing dispute with the European Union.

Presents an update on the economic performance of industrial sectors in Finland as of January 2006. Decrease in timber and pulp demand in the fishing and forestry sectors; Manufacturing output in the quarrying sector as of the 3rd quarter of 2005; Industrial production in the 4th quarter of 2005.