A Tampere-area car dealership posted a strong growth percentage, even as the market remained challenging.
A car dealership operating in Tampere reported a significant growth percentage in its latest figures, despite a market described as tough for the sector.
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Pirkanmaa's technology industry turnover rose 8.9% last year, but Tampere–Pirkkala Airport handles little cargo and few passengers; Aamulehti says the airport needs persistent marketing and bolder risk-taking to attract freight traffic.
Tampere recorded a loss of about 200 residents in Jan–June – its first midyear population decline in 18 years – prompting concerns about tax revenues and potential changes to the city's investment plans.
Used apartment prices in Tampere fell 5.6% year-on-year and second-hand transactions dropped 21% in January–June, while new-apartment sales also declined.
Downtown Tampere retailers say they are holding steady this year by using events, TikTok livestream sales and other new tactics to attract customers.