Skandia is a Swedish mutual financial services corporation headquartered at Lindhagensgatan 86, Stockholm. Founded in 1855 as Sweden's first insurance company, it is today one of the Nordic region's largest independent banking and insurance groups, serving approximately 1.8 million customers. Under its mutual ownership structure, 1.4 million of those customers are also owners of the company.
The group's activities span several financial domains. Its occupational pension offerings include preventive health insurance components, complemented by life insurance products for individuals and businesses. Asset management services carry a focus on sustainable investments. Banking services and mortgage lending round out the offering, covering savings, payments and housing finance for Swedish households and companies.
Skandia describes its purpose as creating security for generations through higher pensions, a healthy working life and sustainable investments. Its stated emphasis is on long-term financial wellness for Swedish families and businesses, including helping customers build foundations for secure retirements. The company operates in Sweden and the wider Nordic region across the insurance, banking, pensions, asset management and mortgages sectors.
