The Government wants to lower the requirement for how large a cash contribution is needed for a housing loan and abolish the extra amortization requirement. Private economists from several different banks give a thumbs up but at the same time raise a warning finger for new borrowers.
BusinessMost assessors agree that the Swedish Central Banken will proceed with a reduction of the interest rate by 0,25 percent on Wednesday. The monetary policy constitutes the first line of defense in the economic situation we find ourselves in now. Therefore, it is suitable that the Swedish Central Banken lowers the rate, says Robert Bergqvist, senior economist at SEB.
BusinessIncreased household consumption and higher production in the business sector meant that the Swedish economy grew by 0,4 percent in April compared to the previous month, according to a preliminary calculation from the Statistical Central Bureau (SCB). But at the same time, orders received by the industry fell sharply.
BusinessNordea is backing other major banks and now expects the Swedish Central Bank to lower the interest rate in June. Chief Economist Annika Winsth actually does not think it is needed right now. But the pressure on the Swedish Central Bank will increase, so they will lower, she says.
BusinessInflation was lower than expected in May. This speaks for an interest rate cut already in June rather than in the autumn, according to economists.
BusinessSwedish economy shrinks unexpectedly during the year's first quarter, based on a second calculation by the Statistics Bureau (SCB). Today's figure has increased the probability of an interest rate cut, says Nordea's chief analyst Torbjörn Isaksson.
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