In the first half of 2026, Nasdaq’s Nordic exchanges led European capital markets with 25 total listings, including 13 IPOs. Notably, on May 29, trading reached a record EUR 12.2 billion in turnover—a 20-year high. This surge solidifies the Nordic region as Europe’s leading capital formation hub, supported by Sweden’s robust public markets, which saw annual government bond issuance project to exceed SEK 200 billion in 2026 and 2027.
In Finland, there were four IPOs in H1 2026, reflecting a diverse range of sectors, including defense technology. Nasdaq Helsinki President Henrik Husman emphasized the momentum in the capital markets as a positive sign of confidence among Finnish companies. Meanwhile, Copenhagen welcomed three new companies, with BioMar Group A/S listing on June 3 at a market valuation of DKK 10.85 billion.
The first half of 2026 also marked the 20th anniversary of Nasdaq First North, which has seen over 150 companies transition to the Nasdaq Main Market, reinforcing its role as a critical growth platform for SMEs in Europe. To enhance regional competitiveness, Nasdaq launched the ‘Nordic Compass’ initiative, aiming to harmonize cross-border collaboration among the Nordic countries.
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