The war and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz have gradually increased costs for companies, primarily through higher oil prices.
"However, the situation is still perceived to be manageable," the Swedish Central Bank writes in a press release.
The longer the war continues, the greater the effect is expected to be on businesses and the economy as a whole.
The companies intend to raise their selling prices in the coming year. However, they emphasize that it is very uncertain to what extent the higher costs will have an impact on prices.
"So far they are talking about smaller price increases, but it depends on how costs and demand develop," the Swedish Central Bank writes.
The Swedish Central Bank regularly interviews Sweden's largest companies in industry, construction, trade and parts of the service sectors, as well as employer organizations.
Representatives of 41 companies, with a total of around 230,000 employees, were interviewed via visits, telephone or web-based services.
The interviews were mainly conducted during the period 7–19 May 2026.
Source: Riksbank
