Tag: Finance
Purra proposes higher taxes on electric cars, sugar, salt and trans fats
Finance Minister Riikka Purra (Finns) said that the health tax will be tightened and real estate taxation will be reformed.
One in four consumers' finances are “very tight”, it turns out
The respondents mention the increase in food prices as the biggest economic impact.
TikTok trend threatens the hospital system in Norway
In a recent board meeting at Helse Nord, board member Agnete Masternes Hanssen said, highlighted the importance of becoming an appealing employer amid the growing trend of “travel nurses” on TikTok. Hanssen, who joined the board in January and is a trained nurse himself, stressed the need for hospitals in the north to improve their…
Important notice to the public in Kiruna in Kiruna Municipality, Norrbotten County.
Nordnet savings economist Frida Bratt and Swedbank and Sparbankerna private economist Arturo Arques tell you what to do if you are worried about your own association's finances. And the disastrous consequences if a condominium association goes bankrupt. Ekonomiakuten is the podcast that gives you the best tips for saving money and answers your questions about…
Declaration day – this is what you need to know
Jan Janowski, declaration expert at the Swedish Tax Agency and Frida Bratt, savings economist at Nordnet talk about what is important to consider when the declarations are sent out next week. Ekonamiakuten is the podcast that gives you the best tips for saving money and answers your questions about personal finances. Host is Maja Åström.
Saarikko gives up the leadership of the center
Former finance minister Annika Saarikko said she will lead the party in June's European Parliament elections, then step down and begin maternity leave.
The experts' 21 best savings tips
Savings economists Christina Sahlberg, at Compricer and Magnus Hjelmér at Ica-banken advise on how many kroner you can save by moving in with a friend, washing more efficiently or making your own sponge. And Vattenfall's climate coach Jens Berggren peppers with smart electricity tips. Ekonamiakuten is the podcast that gives you the best tips for…
Special question about funds and shares
Savings economists Christina Sahlberg, at Compricer and Magnus Hjelmér at Ica-banken answer listener Ali how he should think as a beginner in the stock market. And advises Cornelia on how she can best manage the inheritance money. Ekonomiakuten is the podcast that gives you the best tips for saving money and answers your questions about…
Finns donate millions of kilos to UFF's used goods stores
The organization says it financed development cooperation projects in Angola, India and Mozambique last year.
Two Finnish trade unions announce a three-day strike until mid-February
The union said that around 60,000 of its members will participate in three-day work stoppages at the production plants of ABB, Kone, Konecranes, Metso, Meyer Turku, Nokian Renkaide, Ponsse, SSAB, Stora Enso, Terrafame, Valmet and Versowood. . “The industrial union continues to tighten the strike screw,” he declared. “We do not tolerate the demolition of…
Monday's papers: More work, a no-no with nuclear power and buddy-parenting
The Minister of Finance hopes that Finns will work more.
Retirement school – avoid the mistakes many people make
The Swedish Pensions Agency's Agneta Claesson and Pensionsnyheter's Mikael Nyman talk in a simple way about how pensions and pension savings work. And tips on what is important to consider in order to get the highest possible pension. Ekonomiakuten is the podcast that gives you the best tips for saving money and answers your questions…
What's in your wallet? If CBDC proponents have their way, nothing reliable
Governments around the world don't like “cryptocurrencies” very much, but they do like two things about it. First, they like that Bitcoin, Ether and other cryptocurrencies have popularized the “next step” of taking money into a fully digital paradigm… not just bank cards connected to bank accounts, which in turn are connected to theoretical dollars,…
Finnish pensioners see an increase in purchasing power
The taxation of pensions has also changed, as the tax rate for small and large pensions has increased and the tax rate for medium-sized pensions has decreased. The adjustments are less significant than the index-based pension increases, which means that the net income of all pensioners will increase. While inflation is expected to subside, the…
The confidence of Finnish consumers is still falling
The long-term average of the indicator is -2.4. Statistics Finland emphasized that consumers are currently more pessimistic about their own financial situation than at any time since 2000, and more than a third of consumers estimate that their own finances are weaker than a year ago. Their expectations of the general employment situation have remained…
This is the easiest way to return Christmas presents you don't like
Consumer advisor Gabriel Södersten and consumer researcher Ulrika Holmberg talk about complaints, this year's Christmas present and what research says about Christmas in times of crisis. Ekonamiakuten is the podcast that gives you the best tips for saving money and answers your questions about personal finances. Host is Maja Åström.
This is how you should think about mortgages and savings in 2024
Savings economists Frida Bratt, at Nordnet, and Christina Sahlberg, at Compricer, talk about why the autumn's strong stock market gains are continuing. And gives tips on how to reduce mortgage costs as much as possible if interest rates start to fall. Ekonomiakuten is the podcast that gives you the best tips for saving money and…
Global bankruptcies exceed 2008 level FT
Rising interest rates and the end of the Covid subsidies have had a big impact on the companies, the outlet reports The world's corporate sector has been hit by a wave of bankruptcies occurring at a double-digit rate not seen in decades, the Financial Times reported on Monday, citing data from national statistics offices. Corporate…
The Ministry of Finance, the Bank of Finland lowered economic forecasts as the recession deepened
Both the Bank of Finland and the Ministry of Finance lowered their economic forecasts for next year, which suggests that the recession may be worse than feared.
This is how you protect yourself from your partner's debts
Lawyer Tove Lindgren explains how to protect yourself from your partner's financial problems. And budget and debt advisor Nadia Wallin talks about common warning signs that show that the partner can't handle money. Ekonamiakuten is the podcast that gives you the best tips for saving money and answers your questions about personal finances. Host is…
The trick to lowering the cost of car ownership
We Bilägare's Tommy Wahlström and SVT's economic commentator Alexander Norén talk about how you can save money by changing insurance, driving style and workshop. And tells you how you can cut the mileage cost in half by changing cars. Ekonomiakuten is the podcast that gives you the best tips for saving money and answers your…
Lease or buy a car – this is the cheapest
We Bilägare's Tommy Wahlström and SVT's economic commentator Alexander Norén talk about what is the cheapest option: leasing or buying. And goes through what is important to consider when leasing if you want to avoid expensive surprises. Ekonamiakuten is the podcast that gives you the best tips for saving money and answers your questions about…
Jutta Urpilainen was officially chosen as SDP’s presidential candidate
The former chairman of the party has previously served as Finland’s Minister of Finance and member of the European Commission responsible for international partnerships since 2019.
Monday’s papers: Call to close the eastern border, Finland’s armor sale, arctic chill
At the top of many Aamulehti is the call of the leader of the Basic Finns and Minister of Finance Riikka Purra for Finland to completely close the border with Russia.
The EU could finance 100,000 euros for each person crossing the border, SDP suggests
About 50 border crossers had arrived at Raja-Jooseppi, the only remaining checkpoint, by Saturday afternoon.
This is how you leave the squirrel wheel
David Jonstad: “I could work half-time” Author and moonlight farmer David Jonstad tells about his journey from the capital to a small farm in Dalarna with ducks, sheep and vegetable farming. And together with Magnus Hjelmér, everyday economist at Ica banken, he advises on how to think about home purchases, working hours and unforeseen expenses.…
The trick if you can't afford to pay the monthly costs
Magnus Hjelmér, everyday economist at Ica banken and debt advisor Nadia Wallin talk about what you can do if you can't afford to pay the monthly expenses. Ekonomiakuten is the podcast that gives you the best tips for saving money and answers your questions about personal finances. Program manager is Maja Åström.
China’s Economic Rise: Implications for Politics and Geopolitics
Lidan Zhangdissertation”,Exploring China’s Financial Landscape: Political Connections, Geopolitical Uncertainty, and the Internationalization of the Renminbi“, explores the profound impact of political ties and geopolitical uncertainties on China’s corporate finance practices. His research reveals that political ties are increasingly important in corporate finance and investment strategies, challenging traditional notions of market autonomy. Zhang’s findings suggest that…
The police’s secret list of the gang war’s key figures
P3 Crimea’s presenter Linus Lindahl tells about how the police worked out a list of so-called “nodes” – crucial functions in the gang war. There are people described as the “arms chief”, the “finance chief” and Rawa Majid’s right-hand man. Host: Robin Olin Guest: Linus Lindahl, presenter and reporter at P3 Krim Producers: Kim Hessius,…
More than half of Finns spend as much as they earn, and 22 percent live for nothing
The average overspending of 22 percent of Finns who exceed their income is around 226 euros, which is slightly lower than the European average of 232 euros. The situation is exacerbated by inflation and rising borrowing costs across Europe, reducing consumers’ disposable income. In Finland, 47 percent of consumers reported that they have less money…