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International companies play a larger role in Finland than many realize. Their contribution to jobs, exports, R&D and long-term investment makes them an essential pillar of the country’s competitiveness.

With 14% of the country’s workforce made up of ICT professionals, Finland’s digital backbone is broader than that of many nations several times its size.

Finland doesn’t always spotlight its strengths with the same force as larger investment destinations, which means its advantages can be underestimated from afar. But for global companies, Finland’s stability, trust and functionality stand out where it counts.

Discover the investments and partnerships driving Finland’s growth in Q1 2026, and why international capital continues to flow in.

The volume of foreign investments in Finland increased sharply after three years of decline. According to Invest in Finland's monitoring, 527 foreign investment projects were located in Finland, which is 160 more than in the previous year.

Finland has always been a nation of builders and problem-solvers. But the new TechSkillsAtlas™ 2026 study shows just how far that heritage extends in the era of Industry 4.0. Engineering excellence is an important part of the Finnish economy and the country’s largest technical resource base, with a scale that often surprises international investors.

Companies operating in Finland continue to see the country as a strong platform for growth. The Finland Investor Confidence Barometer 2026 shows positive hiring and R&D investment plans, while also highlighting the need for predictable regulation, talent availability, and efficient permitting to secure future investments.

Finland is a European innovation hotspot. In 2025, startups raised more than €1.6 billion, created 21 unicorns and Europe’s first decacorn, while tech exports soared and VC funds ranked among the continent’s best.

Finland is combining engineering talent and bold investments in R&D to lead in space technology and edge AI.