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Swedish Food Giants Cite External Factors for Price Hikes Amid Tough Competition

Minister for Finance Elisabeth Svantesson (M) called on Thursday representatives for the food industry to a meeting due to the high food prices. But the food giants blame the price increases on circumstances they cannot control.

Swedish Food Giants Cite External Factors for Price Hikes Amid Tough Competition

Dadgostar Urges Legislation to Tackle Soaring Food Prices in Sweden

The Left Party's party leader Nooshi Dadgostar says that the government needs to legislate if the food giants do not start lowering their prices. For example, introduce an excess profit tax so that the incentive to raise prices in this way does not exist, says Dadgostar at a demonstration against the food giants.

Dadgostar Urges Legislation to Tackle Soaring Food Prices in Sweden

Sweden Tackles Rising Food Costs: Government Meets with Industry Leaders

Today, the food giants are summoned to a new meeting with the government. A similar meeting was held two years ago.

Sweden Tackles Rising Food Costs: Government Meets with Industry Leaders

Swedish trade unique - "can be price-increasing"

A handful of actors account for almost all food sales in Sweden – a dominance that makes Sweden unique in Europe. It is incredibly difficult for smaller actors to break into the market, says national economist Christian Jörgensen.

Swedish trade unique - "can be price-increasing"

What impact does the Swedish boycott of food retailers have on the stores themselves?

The boycott of food retailers is in full swing this week, but there are no figures on how widespread it is and what consequences it will have for the retailers. .

What impact does the Swedish boycott of food retailers have on the stores themselves?

The Swedish boycott of food retailers begins this week

Are you one of those who are tired of food prices constantly increasing? Then you're not alone, because this week, Monday, March 17th, a boycott of several Swedish food retailers is set to begin. .

The Swedish boycott of food retailers begins this week

Ica's CEO on the Left Party leader's boycott: "Very sad"

Next week, a boycott of the major food retailers is being called for. Now, some of them are responding to the criticism.

Ica's CEO on the Left Party leader's boycott: "Very sad"

The Food Boycott Spreads on Tiktok - "On Their Knees"

Boycott the large food chains and their high prices. The call is spreading on social media, and the initiator believes she can make a difference.

The Food Boycott Spreads on Tiktok - "On Their Knees"

Trade ahead of crisis meeting: No Swedish phenomenon

Representatives of the food industry, who are invited to next week's crisis meeting, believe that they are already doing everything they can – and hope for understanding. It is not a Swedish phenomenon, says Karin Brynell, CEO of Svensk Dagligvaruhandel.

Trade ahead of crisis meeting: No Swedish phenomenon

Crisis Meeting on Food Prices Next Week

When food prices rose two years ago, the government summoned the food giants. Now, a new crisis meeting is being planned for next week.

Crisis Meeting on Food Prices Next Week

New app helps you find the lowest food price

Food prices are skyrocketing again and now a new service is being launched where consumers can compare store prices. By scanning a food item, you can see the price at other stores.

New app helps you find the lowest food price

Shortage of Meat on Store Shelves – "A Challenge"

Around Sweden's food stores, the refrigerated shelves are empty - there is a shortage of beef. But don't worry, the problem will soon be solved.

Shortage of Meat on Store Shelves – "A Challenge"

So you press the price in the supermarket

Bonus programs are a way for the large food chains to retain their customers. But for the consumer, it is a tricky jungle.

So you press the price in the supermarket

Unclear cause behind internet chaos in Västerbotten

Region Västerbotten, ten municipalities in the county, Skellefteå kraft and Coop were affected by major internet problems during the morning. Now the disruptions are supposed to be over, according to the broadband company AC-Net.

Unclear cause behind internet chaos in Västerbotten

Coop recalls nuts – may contain glass

Coop recalls X-tra cashew nuts, natural 500 grams and roasted & salted 400 grams. The reason is that the bags may contain glass fragments.

Coop recalls nuts – may contain glass

Hybrid ground beef takes its place on store shelves

Mixing minced meat with vegetables has become a hit. The new hybrid minced meat is cheaper, healthier, and more environmentally friendly.

Hybrid ground beef takes its place on store shelves

Hybrid meat takes its place on store shelves

Mixing minced meat with vegetables has become a hit. The new hybrid minced meat is cheaper, healthier, and more environmentally friendly.

Hybrid meat takes its place on store shelves

Kale recalled - may contain listeria

Coop is recalling hacked kale because the product may contain listeria. Listeria was discovered by the supplier during a routine check, writes [Coop](https://pressrum.

Kale recalled - may contain listeria

The Kumla hackers gained access to "almost everything"

Kumla has shut down all IT systems to determine the extent of the cyberattack that has affected the municipality. Right now, we are working analogously for 48 hours to be able to work undisturbed, says municipal director Gunilla Mueller Prabin.

The Kumla hackers gained access to "almost everything"

Shortage of Cloudberries – Expect Higher Prices

It is expected to be a major shortage of cloudberries in the coming year, reports [P4 Norrbotten](https://sverigesradio. se/artikel/stor-brist-pa-skogens-guld-da-gar-priset-upp).

Shortage of Cloudberries – Expect Higher Prices

Vegetables are the most expensive - "it's about thousands"

Households can save thousands of kronor by buying fruit and vegetables in the cheap store instead of the expensive one. This is revealed in a new survey from Matpriskollen.

Vegetables are the most expensive - "it's about thousands"

Coop's CEO Marie Nygren is leaving her post

Marie Nygren is leaving her post as CEO of food giant Coop Sweden. "It has been a fantastic journey with major changes and shifts.

Coop's CEO Marie Nygren is leaving her post

Increased demand for plastic bags expected - the tax is abolished

On November 1, the tax on plastic carrier bags will be abolished. Retailers predict that more customers will start buying plastic bags again, but that many have grown accustomed to other alternatives.

Increased demand for plastic bags expected - the tax is abolished

Norwegian Coop Fined Billions for Price Cartel

The Norwegian Competition Authority, Konkurransetilsynet, is fining several major Norwegian daily goods retailers a total of 4. 9 billion Norwegian kronor.

Norwegian Coop Fined Billions for Price Cartel