The self-reported obese population among women in Finland has shown a general upward trend from 2013 to 2023, standing at 24.3 units in 2023. This represents a year-on-year increase of 3.4%, with significant fluctuations observed over this period. The last two years saw a year-on-year variation of 3.52% and 3.4%, respectively. From 2018 to 2023, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) has been 3.97%, indicating an overall steady increase in the population reporting obesity.
• Year-on-year variation over the last two years: moderate growth around 3.4-3.52%.
• Last 5-year CAGR: 3.97%.
Future trends to watch for include the forecasted steady increase in the obese population, projecting to reach 28.2 units by 2028 with a 5-year CAGR of 2.36% and a total growth rate of 12.35%. This suggests that while the rate of increase may slow slightly, the population of self-reported obese women in Finland is expected to continue growing.
