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Luxembourg political and security risk assessment

Luxembourg carries a low level of political and security risk for business. It scores 11 out of 100 on the Zed Three World Threat Map (band 1 of 5), unchanged on last week and broadly stable over the last 12 weeks. Last updated Nov 2, 2026.

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Luxembourg

What is the political and security risk in Luxembourg right now?

Luxembourg carries a low level of political and security risk for business. It scores 11 out of 100 on the Zed Three World Threat Map (band 1 of 5), unchanged on last week and broadly stable over the last 12 weeks.

Steady at Low, with no standing risk flags.

On the economic side, real GDP grew 0.6% in 2025 with inflation at 2.3%.

What are the main risks of operating in Luxembourg?

Armed conflict and political violenceGuarded

Armed violence is occasional and mostly localized.

Protest and civil unrestGuarded

Protests occur but rarely disrupt operations.

What has changed recently in Luxembourg?

Luxembourg moved unchanged this week and rose 2 points over the last 12 weeks, from 9 to 11.

What happens next? Outlook for the next 1 to 3 months

We assess it is highly likely that Luxembourg stays in the Low band through the end of December.

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Likelihood ranges are editorial judgments, not advice.

What does it mean for shipping, supply chains and operations?

Supply chain

Trade equals 350% of GDP (2025 data). A highly open economy, so local disruption travels quickly through supplier networks.

Operations

Operating conditions are normal. Standard security precautions apply.

Key facts

GDPUS$101.2 billionLatest data, 2025
Real GDP growth0.6%Latest data, 2025
Inflation2.3%Latest data, 2025
Trade350% of GDPLatest data, 2025
Population687 thousandLatest data, 2025

How has the Luxembourg threat score moved?

0510152025Aug 9Aug 23Sep 6Sep 20Oct 4Oct 18Aug 9: 9Aug 16: 10Aug 23: 11Aug 30: 10Sep 6: 11Sep 13: 11Sep 20: 11Sep 27: 11Oct 4: 11Oct 11: 11Oct 18: 11Oct 25: 1111

Frequently asked questions

What is the political and security risk in Luxembourg for business?

Luxembourg carries a low level of political and security risk for business. It scores 11 out of 100 on the Zed Three World Threat Map (band 1 of 5), unchanged on last week and broadly stable over the last 12 weeks.

What are the main geopolitical risks of operating in Luxembourg?

The main risk drivers are armed conflict and political violence (guarded); protest and civil unrest (guarded). Armed violence is occasional and mostly localized.

What is the outlook for Luxembourg?

We assess it is highly likely (80 to 90%) that Luxembourg stays in the Low band through the end of December.

How often is the Luxembourg risk assessment updated?

The Luxembourg threat score is updated weekly on the Zed Three World Threat Map, and this assessment is reviewed monthly. It was last updated Nov 2, 2026.

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Published by Zed Three, a private, independent risk intelligence company. Assessment last updated Nov 2, 2026. Threat score updated weekly, last on Nov 2, 2026. General analysis for informational purposes, not security, legal or investment advice.

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