Summary of Nordea Economic Outlook Webinar Industry Overview - The webinar discusses the **Nordea Economic Outlook**, focusing on global economic trends, particularly in the U.S. and Europe, and their implications for the Nordic countries [2][32]. Key Points and Arguments Global Economic Trends - **U.S. Trade Agreements**: The uncertainty regarding the global economy has decreased as the U.S. has reached trade agreements with major countries, with the effective U.S. tariff rate expected to stabilize between **15% and 20%** [2][3]. - **Economic Slowdown**: The U.S. economy is anticipated to slow down, while Europe may experience better economic conditions, especially if a peace agreement in Ukraine is reached [3][10]. - **Inflation Control**: Inflation is under control in most countries, but it is expected to rise in the U.S. due to tariff policies, potentially impacting monetary policy [4][11]. Nordic Economic Outlook - **Diverging Growth**: The Nordic countries are experiencing diverging economic paths, with strong growth in Norway and Denmark, while Sweden and Finland are lagging [3][14]. - **Domestic Demand Recovery**: There are good opportunities for a strong recovery in domestic demand across the Nordic countries, despite uncertainties in global trade [4][19]. - **Consumer Confidence**: Consumer confidence in the U.S. is declining, which poses risks to economic growth, while Europe shows signs of stabilization [13][14]. Trade and Exports - **Impact of Tariffs**: The new U.S. tariff regime is expected to have a limited impact on Nordic growth, as these countries are not heavily reliant on the U.S. as an export market [17][18]. - **Export Performance**: Nordic exports to the U.S. have not significantly declined, with Denmark's trade surplus with the U.S. increasing recently [18][19]. Monetary Policy and Financial Markets - **Interest Rate Expectations**: The Federal Reserve is expected to cut rates once, while the European Central Bank is anticipated to halt cuts and may consider hikes in the future [27][28]. - **Bond Yields**: Long-term bond yields are expected to rise, reflecting increasing pressure on financial markets [29][33]. Economic Forecasts - **Global Growth Projections**: The global economy is projected to grow by **3.1%** this year, with the U.S. economy slowing to around **2%** [22][23]. - **Nordic Growth Rates**: Denmark is forecasted to grow by **2.3%** next year, while Sweden is expected to see growth of **2.5%** in 2024 [24][25]. Additional Important Insights - **Fiscal Expansion in Europe**: Fiscal expansion in Europe, particularly in defense and infrastructure, is expected to stimulate growth [10][24]. - **Housing Market Trends**: Rising house prices in Denmark and Norway may boost consumer confidence, while Finland's housing market remains weak [21][22]. - **Volatility in Financial Markets**: Financial markets have shown a significant decrease in volatility since earlier in the year, indicating a more stable outlook [5][32]. This summary encapsulates the key insights from the Nordea Economic Outlook webinar, highlighting the current economic landscape and future expectations for both global and Nordic economies.