DNB Carnegie tops Prospera’s commissioned research ranking for the third consecutive year 

The firm retains its number one position overall for the third consecutive year and ranks highest across a broad range of categories, including research quality, analyst expertise, investor distribution and corporate access.

DNB Carnegie was ranked first overall in Kantar Prospera’s 2026 survey of commissioned research providers in Sweden. The firm also secured the top position across all analyst-related categories, including integrity, company knowledge, industry knowledge, personal contacts, fundamental analysis, forecasts and service level.

DNB Carnegie also ranked first for Events & Presentations (Corporate Access), institutional investor distribution and its ability to generate investor interest on behalf of client companies.

“Research remains at the core of what we do, but companies today also need effective ways to reach investors. Together with our analyst team, our digital platform, events business and studio capabilities, we help clients engage with investors through both physical and digital channels,” says Hugo Lisjö, Head of Commissioned Research at DNB Carnegie.

DNB Carnegie’s commissioned research offering combines independent equity research with one of the Nordic region’s leading investor distribution platforms. Through research, corporate access, conferences, bespoke investor events and digital content produced in the firm’s studio, DNB Carnegie helps listed companies strengthen their visibility and engagement with investors.

“Through the DNB Carnegie ecosystem, we provide companies with extensive access to our unique investor network, connecting them with institutional investors as well as private investors through Private Banking and Montrose. This broad distribution capability helps our clients extend their reach and strengthen their dialogue with the capital markets,” continues Hugo Lisjö.

About the survey

Kantar Prospera interviewed 108 buyers of commissioned research from among 188 listed companies in Sweden. The interviews were conducted between 1 July and 9 October 2026 with CEOs, CFOs and Heads of Investor Relations.

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