Finland finds itself navigating a complex economic and geopolitical landscape in 2025. The twin pressures of a war in Europe and a global energy transition have tested this Nordic nation’s resilience. In response, Finland is “shifting gears” – accelerating investments in strategic sectors to manage risk and secure its future. Below, we first look at the sectors where Finland is investing heavily, and then highlight listed companies that represent these trends.
Key Sectors Driving Finland’s Future
Green Transition and Energy Security
Finland is making an ambitious push toward the green transition and energy security as it strives to achieve carbon neutrality by 2035, one of the most aggressive climate goals worldwide. This vision is already reshaping the energy landscape. The Olkiluoto-3 nuclear reactor, which finally began operating in 2023 after long delays, now supplies 30–40% of Finland’s electricity and has significantly cut reliance on Russian imports. Nuclear overall accounts for about 40% of Finland’s generation, delivering both low-emission power and energy independence. At the same time, renewables are rapidly expanding. Wind power capacity surged 75% in 2022 alone, and more large-scale projects are being launched. Today, more than €8.5 billion in green investments, including wind, battery materials, and hydrogen facilities, are underway. A notable milestone came when P2X Solutions opened Finland’s first industrial-scale hydrogen plant, considered a game-changer for clean energy. These projects illustrate Finland’s determination to safeguard its power supply while leading in the global energy transition.
Digital Innovation and Technology Leadership
On the technology front, Finland is steadily building a reputation as a digital innovation leader. In 2025, the country unveiled Europe’s first 50-qubit quantum computer, developed by state research body VTT in partnership with startup IQM, a leap forward for fields such as logistics, drug discovery, and materials science. The LUMI supercomputer, one of the world’s fastest, has been paired with an AI Factory to help industries sharpen efficiency. Meanwhile, Finland’s ecosystem has caught international attention: AMD acquired the country’s largest AI company, Silo AI, underscoring its global relevance. Infrastructure investments are also significant. Britain’s XTX Markets is building five data centers in Finland, while another €1 billion project combining a data center and power plant is underway. These steps reflect Finland’s commitment to digital resilience and sovereignty at a time when secure, advanced tech is central to future competitiveness.
Defense and Security Investments
Defense and security have also become central pillars of Finland’s strategy, especially since joining NATO in 2023. The government is increasing defense spending from $6.8 billion in 2025 to $11.5 billion by 2032, which will represent about 3.3% of GDP – well above NATO’s 2% benchmark. Already in 2024, defense spending was around 2.4% of GDP, a sharp rise from 1.4% in 2021. Key investments include the $9 billion procurement of 64 F-35 fighter jets, as well as strengthening domestic industry capacity. Patria, the state-owned defense company, is investing €40 million to expand armored vehicle production, while Saab has increased operations in Finland to manufacture advanced electronic warfare sensors. At the same time, Finland is rolling out a new cyber defense doctrine to protect critical infrastructure, complemented by a 2,600 km secure undersea data cable to Germany. Together, these steps underscore Finland’s readiness to secure itself against geopolitical uncertainty while leveraging defense as a strategic industrial growth engine.