Economic Prospects
The Ministry of Finance monitors economic developments and forecasts and assesses economic development in Finland and elsewhere.
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The Economics Department at the Ministry of Finance publishes economic forecasts four times a year.
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In the interests of openness and transparency the Ministry of Finance publishes descriptions of the methods used in its calculations and forecasts.
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The Economics Department draws up the macroeconomic forecast. To support the preparation of the forecast and economic analyses as well as other preparatory work, the department also draws up special surveys.
Current issues
Economy to recover from recession, but public finances to remain persistently in deficit
Press release
23.9.2024 11.01
Growth poised to resume but deficit to persist in general government finances
Press release
17.6.2024 11.01
Economy to recover from recession, but public finances to remain in deficit
Press release
25.4.2024 11.00