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Finnish pension system in a nutshell
Finland has one of the best pension systems in the world - and that’s a fact. But if you’re starting a business in Finland, you might be wondering why it’s mandatory for entrepreneurs to take out pension insurance. Or for employers to get pension insurance for their employees? We are here to help you!
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Press release
17.3.2021
Ilmarinen invests in Australia’s rental housing market together with Greystar, APG and Ivanhoé Cambridge.
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News
1.3.2021
Employer, see your client bonus and contribution reductions onlineWe have calculated your final client bonuses and other reductions to your contribution. You can see them from March 3rd onward by logging in to our employer’s online service.Employer, see your client bonus and contribution reductions online
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News
16.2.2021
Ilmarinen supports call for effective GHG pricingIlmarinen has signed the new Call on Carbon initiative, which aims to ramp up climate investments and effective carbon pricing. The new petition was launched by Climate Leadership Coalition, Haga Initiativet and Skift Business Climate Leaders, and supported by Corporate Leaders Group, BCSD Portugal and CER – Sustainable Business Network Slovenia.Ilmarinen supports call for effective GHG pricing
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Article
16.2.2021
What every entrepreneur should know about sickness allowanceWe all get sick sometimes – even entrepreneurs. Luckily, when you’ve taken care of your pension insurance, you can receive sickness allowance from Kela during your illness. Read on to find out what every entrepreneur needs to know about YEL insurance and sickness allowance.What every entrepreneur should know about sickness allowance
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Press release
11.2.2021
Ilmarinen’s financial statements 2020: Solvency strengthened further despite the coronavirus crisis, efficiency improved substantiallyThe return on Ilmarinen’s investments was 7.1 per cent as the coronavirus crisis was shaking the markets. The value of investment assets increased to an all-time high, more than EUR 53 billion, and solvency strengthened. Operating expenses decreased by 9 per cent.Ilmarinen’s financial statements 2020: Solvency strengthened further despite the coronavirus crisis, efficiency improved substantially
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News
13.1.2021
Agreement between the EU and the UK – impacts on social security yet to be specifiedNegotiations on the future relationship have been concluded between the European Commission and the United Kingdom. The agreement was signed 30 December 2020.Agreement between the EU and the UK – impacts on social security yet to be specified
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- Ilmarinen’s administrative cost will decrease 20% in 2024 – As our customer, you benefit right away!
- Employer, self-employed person, pensioner – 2024 earnings-related pension index and wage coefficient confirmed
- Ilmarinen’s return on investments 3.3 per cent – employment weakening
- Earnings-related pension insurance contributions for 2024 confirmed