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Finland’s housing slowdown is starting to show up in this bank’s loan book, with more borrowers falling behind and recoveries taking longer. With lending volumes shrinking and interest income expected to ease, the question is whether fees and tight cost control can keep profits from sliding.Read more

Nordea is leaning hard into digital tools and data, aiming to run the bank more efficiently and win more customers while boosting income from services beyond lending. But the story comes with real pitfalls, including tougher rules, swings in market-driven fees, and lingering legal and reputational issues that could drag results.Read more

Key Takeaways Aktia's strategic shift towards wealth management focuses on capital-light revenue, yet low interest rates could challenge future revenue growth. Investment in IT systems aims for efficiency but may strain net margins without corresponding revenue gains.Read more
