Jan Størup Nielsen leads Danish economic analysis at Nordea
Jan Størup Nielsen is Chief Analyst at Nordea Markets, focusing on Danish economy and interest rates. His responsibilities include inflation and the Danish central bank.
Jan Størup Nielsen serves as Chief Analyst at Nordea Markets, where he leads the analysis of the Danish economy and interest rates. His coverage specifically includes inflation trends and the activities of Danmarks Nationalbank.
Nielsen has authored several economic outlooks. A 2026 report indicated that the Danish economy possesses a solid foundation, remaining resilient despite international and domestic challenges stemming from conflict in the Middle East. Another analysis from the same period highlighted a substantial increase in Danish exports, particularly in goods manufactured outside Denmark.
Further analysis from 2026 described the Danish economy as well-prepared for future challenges, underpinned by record-high employment that bolsters public finances. However, a September 2025 outlook noted a deceleration in the growth rate, while still characterizing the economy as robust, reflecting broader global economic uncertainties.
Through these reports, Nordea Markets aims to provide market participants with detailed insights into the Danish economic landscape, its strengths, and potential headwinds in an evolving global environment.