Households have become significantly more optimistic when it comes to their own economy, according to the government's National Institute of Economic Research (KI). The turnaround we have been waiting for may be on the way, says Jens Magnusson, chief economist at SEB.
BusinessThe number of company bankruptcies decreased for the third month in a row in June. The decrease was 5 percent compared to the same period last year, according to statistics from the business and credit information company UC. At the same time, the number of newly started companies is increasing by 5 percent.
BusinessUnexpectedly gloomy statistics, weak indicators and dovish central bank signals. Now the door has been opened for two cuts of the steering rate – to 1.50 percent – in the market's pricing. The first may come as early as August.
BusinessThe mood in the Swedish economy is weakening, according to the government agency Konjunkturinstitutet (KI). The so-called barometer indicator for June fell to 92.8, down from 94.5 in May.
BusinessThe National Institute of Economic Research presents a brighter picture of the economy than the government for the coming years. A lowered interest rate and a subdued inflation that has stopped eroding wage increases will get people to consume more, forecasts Director-General Albin Kainelainen.
BusinessUSA's trade tariffs make it continue to go slow for Swedish exports. The National Institute of Economic Research sees a prolonged low-conjuncture during 2025 and 2026. But the turnaround is in sight during 2026 with lowered interest rates and increased consumption.
BusinessUnusually high wage increases and lower interest rates. Nevertheless, Swedish households are very pessimistic about the economy, mainly the less well-off. The LO economists therefore want to see increased child allowance and increased efforts against unemployment.
BusinessThe National Institute of Economic Research has completed its analysis of the economic effects of immigration to Sweden in modern times. It shows that a refugee on average costs 000 kronor per year, while other foreign-born individuals on average contribute positively to the finances with 48 000 kronor per person, which Ekot was the first to report.
SwedenThe Government is writing down the GDP forecast. The Swedish economy is now expected to slow down further due to the tariffs.
BusinessTime is not on Russia's side. This is the conclusion of a new economic analysis of how long President Putin can continue his war of aggression against Ukraine.
BusinessIn the midst of a toxic customs chaos, the government is presenting its spring budget. Most of the money will go towards increasing the ROT deduction, to support the construction industry and households that want to renovate. It's nothing that I would have prioritized, says Nordea's chief economist Annika Winsth.
Swedish politicsThe number of redundancies reported to the transition organization Trygghetsfonden TSL has decreased compared to the corresponding period last year. We see a slightly brighter picture for our professional groups, says CEO Caroline Söder.
BusinessNever before have Swedish households seen the economic situation as bleak. No interest rate cut should be counted on either, according to the National Institute of Economic Research (KI). The interest rate is expected to remain unchanged until 2028 – then it will be raised instead.
BusinessThe Stockholm Stock Exchange started the day slightly optimistic on Wednesday, but the market soured significantly and the broad OMXS index closed at minus 1.5 percent.
BusinessInflation in February is expected to rise to 2.7 percent according to the CPIF measure, up from 2.2 percent in January. This is mainly due to higher electricity prices. Despite this, the Swedish Central Bank may offer an interest rate cut later this year.
BusinessSwedish economy shifted up during the fourth quarter. It can be yet another message that makes the Swedish Central Bank now apply the brakes for future interest rate cuts, according to analysts.
BusinessHouseholds have become more pessimistic about the economy over the past month, shows the National Institute of Economic Research's (KI) monthly measurements. In retail, many companies are planning for price increases.
BusinessThe Government wants to reduce the number of authorities. Now, an investigation proposes, among other things, a merger of several smaller authorities.
Swedish politicsToday's interest rate cut is the last one that the Swedish Central Bank is currently signaling. Completely wrong, according to several actors who want to see further cuts in the near future. Our picture is that more is needed, says KI chief Albin Kainelainen.
BusinessThe year was good. Next one will be a real New Year's caramel. For the employees. All red days fall exactly as they should. It may be a good idea to bring out the calendar and plan for the squeeze days.
BusinessThe low-conjuncture deepens and the turnaround for the Swedish economy is delayed, shows a prognosis from the National Institute of Economic Research (NIER). NIER believes that the Swedish Central Bank should have been faster with its interest rate cuts, and expects significantly lower interest rates next year.
BusinessMinister for Financial Markets Niklas Wykman (The Moderate Party) is not unexpectedly toning down the criticism of the proposals for financing new nuclear power. The costs for the state and electricity consumers are manageable, he thinks. And the government is in a hurry.
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