Insights
We regularly partner with research organizations to uncover the latest insights on Finland-U.S. trade and FDI for Finland.
Together with expert input from our members, these form the basis of our policy recommendations.
Finland-U.S. Economic Deep Dive 2025
Amcham Finland’s report offers an in-depth look at the current state of the Finland–U.S. trade relationship. It highlights the strength and mutual benefits of the economic partnership between Finland and the United States, even amidst global economic and geopolitical challenges. The report’s fifth annual iteration emphasizes the critical role of transatlantic ties in driving innovation, job creation, and economic stability.
The report includes contributions from:
- Elina Valtonen, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Finland
- Alexandra Pasternak-Jackson, CEO of Amcham Finland
- Juho Kostiainen, Economist at Nordea
- Dr. Ville Sinkkonen, Senior Research Fellow at FIIA
- Markus Myllyniemi, Policy Coordinator at Amcham Finland
Finland as a Business Location FDI Barometer Report 2023
To understand FDI for Finland, as well as Finland’s position in the global competition for investments, Amcham Finland and Invest in Finland conducted a survey of 400 C-level executives and country managers of Finnish and foreign-owned companies.
Finland Fact Pack 2025
Amcham Finland and August Associates have released the latest edition of the Finland Fact Pack at FDI Forum 2025!
Made specifically with leaders of international business in Finland in mind, the Finland Fact Pack 2025 provides facts and insights for executives to sell Finland internally as a business environment and an investment destination.
First published in 2017, this trusted resource originated from discussions between Amcham Finland and leaders of international businesses who needed compelling facts and data to successfully advocate for Finland within their organizations and make investment cases to their global headquarters. This third edition has been updated based on feedback and the evolving needs of leaders in our network.
FDI FORUM 2022
Amcham Finland’s FDI Forum 2022 brings together business leaders, industry experts and decision-makers to discuss how geopolitical instability, worsening energy crisis and competition for talent are changing the global investment landscape.
Our publications
The Transatlantic Economy 2025 Report
This annual report presents the most up-to-date facts and figures about the EU-U.S. economic relationship.
FDI Vision for Finland
The report discusses Finland’s competitive position globally and contains insights and recommendations on for a long-term vision for FDI & talent.
Finland as a Business location barometer
To understand Finland’s position in the global competition for investments, Amcham Finland and Invest in Finland conducted a survey of 400 C-levelexecutives and country managers of Finnish and foreign-owned companies.
Finland Fact Pack 2025
August Associates, in cooperation with Amcham Finland, has put together Finland Fact Pack 2025, a comprehensive presentation setting out the rationale for foreign businesses to invest in Finland and its society.
Our Articles
Statement on EU Mechanism to Restrict Exportation of Covid-19 Vaccines
On January 30, the EU established a “transparency and authorization mechanism” for vaccine exports prohibiting the export of Covid-19 vaccines to select destinations outside the EU without prior approval. Amcham has published a statement regarding our concerns towards restricting exports because it may lead to vaccine spoilage and delay the resolution of the current public health crisis.
Member Niemi Helps Amcham Transition from Office Space to Fully Virtual for Now
As the pandemic looks to continue for at least the first half of 2021, we’ve decided to go fully virtual! We chose Amcham member Niemi to support our transition out of the physical office space, and we asked Mikko Loikkanen, Head of International Services, about trends and operating challenges during the pandemic and beyond.
Immigration Implications for Finnish Businesses After U.S. Elections: Expert Insights by Ceri Koski
Now that Joe Biden is U.S. President-elect, we anticipate that some of the existing business-immigration roadblocks may dissolve. Practically speaking, however, implementation of more favorable rules will take time. In addition, lockdowns and limited resources due to a new wave of Covid-19 will continue to cause immigration delays, at least for the time being.
EU-U.S. Trade Overview with Nancy Fischer of Pillsbury Law, December 2020
EU companies need to monitor and be prepared to address actions taken by the Trump administration on trade with China, Iran, and Russia in the near-term. While a Biden administration is unlikely to remove restrictions in the short-term, expect to see more cooperation on trade concerns with allies in Europe.
Hope on the Horizon for Facilitation of Data Transfers: Guest Feature with Lindsay Dansdill
It is anticipated that President-elect Biden will immediately implement executive orders undermining President Trump’s policies related to immigration, climate change and management of Covid-19. It is also expected that the Biden-Kamala team will dedicate substantially more attention to data privacy which is significant to international data transfers, particularly in light of the July 2020 Schrems II decision invalidating the EU-US Privacy Shield due to US surveillance concerns.
Pfizer Finland Welcomes New Country Manager Deb Mangone
Deb Mangone recently became Pfizer Finland’s new Country Manager. She arrived from New York City, and we interviewed her to learn what motivated her decision to come here. How does she perceive Finland’s strengths and weaknesses as a business environment and home?
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