Over the past decade, international tourism expenditures in Finland have shown fluctuations with several periods of growth and decline. Between 2013 and 2014, there was a slight decrease, followed by a notable drop in 2015. From 2016 onwards, the expenditures began to recover until the dramatic decline in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The year 2021 saw a significant rebound with a year-on-year increase of 131.04%, which continued through 2022 and 2023, reaching 7.2598 Billion US Dollars in 2023. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) for the last five years is at a modest 0.1%.
Looking ahead, the expenditure is forecasted to steadily increase from 7.3957 Billion US Dollars in 2024 to 7.9258 Billion US Dollars by 2028. The projected five-year CAGR is estimated at 1.39%, suggesting a period of consistent albeit moderate growth.
Key future trends to watch for include the impact of evolving travel preferences, potential economic disruptions, and Finland's strategic initiatives to boost tourism. Additionally, the resilience of the tourism industry post-pandemic and shifts in global travel patterns are crucial factors that will influence future expenditure trends.