The household expenditure on leisure in Finland stood at 12.3 billion euros in 2023. For the forecasted period from 2024 to 2028, the expenditure shows a consistent upward trend. In 2024, the expenditure is expected to be 12.6 billion euros, marking an increase of 2.44% from the previous year. This growth is projected to continue year-on-year, with 2025 seeing a 1.9% increase to 12.84 billion euros, and 2026 a 1.79% increase to 13.07 billion euros. By 2027, the expenditure is anticipated to rise by 1.68% reaching 13.29 billion euros, and by 2028, a further 1.73% increase will bring it to 13.52 billion euros.
Analyzing the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this five-year period, we observe an average annual growth of approximately 1.75% in household expenditure on leisure from 2024 to 2028.
Future trends to watch for include technological advancements influencing leisure activities, shifts in consumer preferences towards experiences over goods, and the impact of economic factors such as disposable income and inflation on leisure spending. Additionally, demographic changes, especially aging populations, could affect the types of leisure activities in demand.
