Finland’s external balance deteriorated in February 2026, with the current account moving into deficit after posting a surplus at the start of the year. According to updated figures released on 13 April 2026, the current account fell to -0.20 billion euros in February, down from a surplus of 0.30 billion euros recorded in January 2026.
The reversal suggests a weakening in Finland’s net income from abroad or a shift in the trade or services balance compared with the previous month. While January’s surplus hinted at a solid start to the year, February’s deficit underlines ongoing volatility in the country’s external position. Market participants and policymakers will be watching subsequent releases closely to assess whether February marks the beginning of a more sustained softening in Finland’s current account or a temporary setback following a strong January.
