Opportunities and Challenges 2025 – Thoughts from our Federal Lawyer and Vice Chairperson

Recent years have been testing for many companies in international trade. The pandemic, inflation, geopolitical conflicts, and tensions have created challenges and uncertainty. Going into 2025, many of these factors remain, and it is difficult to predict economic developments. Regional conflicts may continue to affect energy and raw material prices as well as critical trade routes, leading to global consequences. Additionally, the increased risk of import tariffs may create further challenges

Despite this, many of our members have found strategies to navigate this new reality. Below we share some key insights for the coming year:

Valuable Insights for 2025

Monitor developments with your business partners
Tougher economic times may lead your business partners to review their business models. They might want to renegotiate agreements, deepen collaboration, or in some cases terminate it. If you have agreements in place, these remain valid, but it may be wise to review your terms. If you work as an agent, there is also mandatory legislation protecting you in case of termination. Feel free to consult with us if you are facing changes.
Take time to negotiate with new business partners
Take the opportunity and time to carefully negotiate agreements with potential new business partners. This provides a stable foundation for long-term and successful relationships. It is also a good opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of your new business partner and their way of working.
Think long-term
Focus on business partners with potential for long-term collaboration. Changing business partners often involves initial costs in terms of time and resources.
Build and maintain your network
Creating and maintaining a strong network can be crucial for navigating a changing market. Industry-specific networks can provide both knowledge and new business opportunities.
Invest in knowledge
What does your company need to develop? Social media, AI, economics, or law? During spring, we offer training in agency and distribution law to strengthen your business law expertise.

In December, Trade Partner awarded scholarships to four member companies totalling 110,000 SEK. Several scholarship recipients will use the funds for training that benefits their company’s future. Autumn 2025 will bring a new opportunity to apply for scholarships.

Contact us for legal questions
If you have legal questions concerning your business, do not hesitate to reach out. The earlier we can provide advice, the better the chance of finding the best solution.

Challenges breed creativity
Despite the uncertainty heading into 2025, we see how our members are finding innovative ways forward. We are here to support you and look forward to continuing to create opportunities together!

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Opportunities and Challenges 2025 – Thoughts from our Federal Lawyer and Vice Chairperson