Nordic Housing Crisis: What’s Really Driving It? - The Northern Economic Perspective 2025#49

In this episode of The Northern Economy Perspective, Nora Lindholm analyses the deepening housing market crisis in Sweden and its spillover effects across Finland. Housing prices have fallen by 15–20% since their peak in 2022, construction companies face a 60% rise in insolvencies, and new building permits have nearly collapsed. Drawing on current Nordic research and regional economic data, the episode explains how inflation, rising interest rates, structural debt risks, and the slowdown in construction are reshaping the Nordic real-estate landscape. Key themes include Sweden’s flexible-rate mortgage model, Finland’s vulnerability in the Helsinki region, investor behaviour, and early signs of recovery as the Riksbank begins cutting interest rates. ️ About – The Northern Economy Perspective The Northern Economy Perspective, hosted by Nora Lindholm, is your trusted source for analytical insights and economic storytelling from across the Nordic region. Each episode explores how innovation, sustainability, and trust shape the economies of Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, and Iceland — combining data-driven analysis with a uniquely Nordic cultural lens. Listeners gain strategic understanding of topics such as green transformation, digital finance, energy transition, governance, and cross-border trade. Presented in a clear and journalistic tone, Nora Lindholm connects market dynamics with human context — showing how the North balances growth, equality, and long-term vision. Designed for international professionals, analysts, and decision-makers, The Northern Economy Perspective delivers relevance, reliability, and reflection in every episode. Stay informed, stay inspired — and see how the Nordic model continues to redefine sustainable progress in a complex world. Host: Nora Lindholm, Information Influencer for Nordic Economy, Innovation & Sustainability Languages: English (main), occasional Nordic references Presented by: infobroker.de & infobrokerworld.com More insights and visuals: https://www.infobrokerworld.com/scandinavia/the-northern-economy-perspective/