Thoughts and ideas on Nordic banking news and trends

This is where I share immediate reactions to news and market events, along with short reflections on emerging themes and developments across the financial sector.

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Mikko Leinonen 10/31/25 Mikko Leinonen 10/31/25

Danske Q3 2025: Well done for 2025 – Time to attack in 2026?

Immediate reaction to Danske’s Q3 2025 result.

Mikko Leinonen 10/28/25 Mikko Leinonen 10/28/25

OP Pohjola Q3 2025: Good Stuff — Too Good?

Immediate reaction to OP Pohjola’s Q3 2025 result.

Mikko Leinonen 10/23/25 Mikko Leinonen 10/23/25

Swedbank Q3 2025: Going Strong — But Work Still to Be Done

Immediate reaction to Swedbank’s Q3 2025 result.

Mikko Leinonen 10/23/25 Mikko Leinonen 10/23/25

SEB Q3 2025: Not Quite There

Immediate reaction to SEB’s Q3 2025 result.

Mikko Leinonen 10/22/25 Mikko Leinonen 10/22/25

DNB Q3 2025: Strong Result – And Looking Good!

Immediate reaction to DNB’s Q3 2025 result.

Mikko Leinonen 10/22/25 Mikko Leinonen 10/22/25

Handelsbanken Q3 2025: It’s OK — But Is It Enough?

Immediate reaction to Handelsbanken’s Q3 2025 result.

Mikko Leinonen 10/16/25 Mikko Leinonen 10/16/25

Nordea Q3 2025: Mission Accomplished for 2025 — Now Comes the Hard Part

Immediate reaction to Nordea’s Q3 2025 result.

Mikko Leinonen 10/7/25 Mikko Leinonen 10/7/25

Finnish Investors Need a Nudge

The Finnish households need to take more risk to build wealth for the future.