Team Finland China Business Confidence Survey 2026

Team Finland China’s 2026 Business Confidence Survey was conducted between March 5th to 30th and received 66 responses. The survey reveals a cautious short-term outlook with modest revenue growth and signs of stabilizing profitability. While long-term expectations have deteriorated significantly compared to last year - with 56% of respondents anticipating less favorable developments - Finnish companies remain committed to the Chinese market.

Reflecting increased caution, investment focus is shifting from market expansion toward enhancing local capabilities. Business conditions are increasingly defined by regulatory challenges and local favoritism, yet companies continue to strengthen local supply chains and are hiring. Ultimately, China’s massive market scale and operational strengths continue to offset geopolitical risks underpinning long-term engagement.

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