elpymisvaiheessa

Elpymisvaiheessa is a Finnish term used to describe the phase in which conditions recover after a crisis or downturn. The expression is commonly applied in economics, public policy, and crisis management to indicate that the negative effects of an event are diminishing and positive momentum is returning.

In economics, elpymisvaiheessa refers to a period when key indicators start to improve after a recession or shock. Typical signs include positive GDP growth, falling unemployment, rising private consumption and investment, and the gradual normalization of production and trade. The transition is often accompanied by cautious policy normalization and a gradual withdrawal of extraordinary support measures.

In public policy and crisis management, the term denotes the stage following immediate emergency response, when institutions shift focus from stabilization to building resilience and long-term recovery. This may involve reforms, investment in infrastructure and human capital, and policies intended to sustain growth and reduce vulnerability to future shocks.

The duration and characteristics of elpymisvaiheessa vary by sector and external conditions such as international demand, financial markets, and geopolitical developments. While it signals improvement, the phase commonly carries residual risks and uncertainties, making continuous monitoring and adaptive policymaking important to preserve and accelerate recovery.

See also: elpyminen, elvytys, taantuma.