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[Helsinki bourse week] Neste gains and Outokumpu falls

Mar 13, 2026

The OMX Helsinki 25 index edged slightly higher over the past five days, rising about 0.9%, with gains led by energy and telecom companies while several industrial and materials firms lagged behind.

Renewable fuels producer Neste was the strongest performer of the week, climbing 9.9%. The Finnish company is one of the world’s largest producers of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel, and its shares outpaced the broader market during the period. Utility company Fortum, which focuses on power generation and energy services in the Nordic region, also posted a solid gain of 7.5%.

Telecom equipment maker Nokia added 7.2% during the week. The company, known globally for its network infrastructure and 5G technology, continued to see steady investor interest.

On the downside, stainless steel producer Outokumpu led the decliners, dropping 8.2% over the five-day period. Tire manufacturer Nokian Renkaat, known for its winter tires designed for harsh Nordic conditions, fell 7.0%.

Real estate company Kojamo, which owns and manages rental apartments across Finland, slid 5.8%, while Hiab, a maker of load-handling equipment used in logistics and construction, declined 4.8%.

Overall, the Helsinki benchmark showed modest resilience, with energy and telecom stocks helping offset weakness in metals, manufacturing, and property shares.

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Emmi Laine

Emmi Laine is head of business content at Listeds and our lead for finance and business coverage. She sets the editorial agenda, interviews Nordic business leaders, and writes stories, newsletters, and social content on timely market and corporate topics. Emmi brings nearly eight years of experience from Shanghai's Yicai Global / Yicai Media Group, where she was awarded for reporting on China’s economy, finance sector, and technology innovation. She holds an MSc in Innovation and Entrepreneurship from ESADE Business School in Barcelona and a Master’s degree in International Design Business Management from Aalto University. She also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Culture Studies with a major in Journalism from Stockholm University and has studied Mandarin Chinese and Chinese culture. Emmi is a Finnish citizen and has lived in Finland, Sweden, China, and Portugal.