Nyetableringsfrekvens

Nyetableringsfrekvens is a statistical measure of the rate at which new establishments are created in a given area during a specified period. It is typically reported as the number of new establishments per 1,000 inhabitants per year, but can also be expressed as a share of the population or relative to the stock of active firms. The numerator is the count of newly registered enterprises during the period; the denominator is usually the resident population, though some analyses use the number of existing firms.

Data are usually gathered from national business registries or statistical agencies, and are subject to variation in coverage and rules across jurisdictions. Definitions of what counts as a new establishment, how to treat quick closures, and whether to include different legal forms all affect comparability.

Interpreting nyetableringsfrekvens requires contextual knowledge. High rates can signal a dynamic entrepreneurial environment and potential job creation, but may also reflect deregulation, low entry barriers, or economic volatility. Low rates can indicate barriers to entry or a mature economy with fewer new firms. The indicator is often used in economic and regional policy analysis to monitor entrepreneurial activity over time and to compare regions.

Limitations include definitional differences, data lags, and the challenge of linking new establishments to long-term performance. Related measures include firm birth rate, start-up rate, and survival rate of new businesses.