MAI Economic Forum 2025 - Perspectives and Insights from Finland, Europe, and the World

What are the economic outlooks for Finland, Europe, and the global economy? What signs are emerging – can we achieve healthy growth? What are the sentiments of consumers, businesses, investors, and industries? These vital moods and attitudes significantly influence economic decision-making.

Governor of Bank of Finland, Olli Rehn, along with Professors Juha-Pekka Junttila and Elias Oikarinen from Oulu Business School, will share their insights on the key economic and societal prospects for the coming year.

Join Martti Ahtisaari Institute’s Economic Forum to listen, discuss, and engage in the timely economic topics shaping the new year!
Olli Rehn, Juha-Pekka Junttila, Elias Oikarinen
Governor Olli Rehn, Professor Juha-Pekka Junttila and Professor Elias Oikarinen

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University of Oulu, Linnanmaa campus, Saalastinsali

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Linnanmaa

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Please note that the event will be held in Finnish.
For more information and registration, please visit the event's Finnish webpage.

Program:

13:40 Coffee served

14:20 Opening of the event

Welcome speech by Director Petri Ahokangas, Martti Ahtisaari Institute

Governor Olli Rehn: Economic Outlook for Europe and Finland in a World of Crises

Professor Juha-Pekka Junttila: Economic Situation and Investment Prospects in Northern Finland: A Comprehensive Overview of Key Sectors and Future Outlooks

Professor Elias Oikarinen: Housing Markets After the Interest Rate Shock – What Lies Ahead for Finland’s and Oulu’s Housing Markets?

Closing remarks by Dean Janne Järvinen, Oulu Business School

Moderator: Sauli Sohlo, Martti Ahtisaari Institute

16:20 Event ends

Last updated: 19.12.2024