Finland’s finance ministry has proposed a €92.2 billion state budget for 2027, leaving a €12.9 billion deficit despite stronger growth and higher tax revenue. Finance Minister Riikka Purra presented the plan on Tuesday after internal budget talks in Espoo. The proposal will form the basis of the government’s negotiations on 1 and 2 September.

The 2027 budget deficit is expected to remain at around 13 billion euros.

Finland’s finance ministry has proposed a €92.2 billion state budget for 2027, leaving a €12.9 billion deficit despite stronger growth and higher tax revenue. Finance Minister…