Helsinki's retail heart struggles to recover post-pandemic, losing over 100 stores

Helsinki’s central retail district is grappling with a significant decline in business activity, failing to return to pre-pandemic levels by the end of 2023. According to a recent study by the Helsinki Region Chamber of Commerce, the number of retail outlets in the city center has decreased by 20% compared to 2019.

The pandemic has had a lasting impact on Helsinki’s central retail area, identified by the postal code 00100.