01/05/2023at 10:53

Finnish pension giant concerned about long-term outlook despite positive Q1

Following a difficult 2022, Ilmarinen delivered a positive return on its investment portfolio in the first quarter of this year – not least due to rising stock prices.

Ilmarinen's CEO, Jouko Pölônen, says that the long-term outlook for Finland's economy gives "rise to concern." | Photo: Ilmarinen/pr

by KIM WIESENER

Finnish pension firm Ilmarinen increased its assets under management in the first quarter of 2023 and saw positive returns on its investment portfolio, the company’s Q1 interim report reads.

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