This site is not updated. Over 250 subsidiaries and branches of U.S. firms are in the country, and 4,000 others are represented in the market.
Trade barriers are relatively few.
Market access to the EU from Norway is no major hurdle. Meanwhile, Norway has increased its loan guarantees and has made available new investment funds specifically for Russia and Eastern European countries that could make joint venturing with Norwegian firms attractive in those markets. The government supports free trade and non-interference. However, it should be noted that, despite reforms and cuts in many support schemes for various sectors, Norway has a long way to go, particularly in the agricultural and fisheries sectors, where state support bordering on protectionism remains strong. Norway still spends considerable amounts annually to support farmers, and subsidies by the Government can provide up to two thirds of a farmer's income.