The Swedish Central Bank is leaving the key interest rate unchanged this Thursday. Don't expect any interest-rate increases during the rest of 2026 or in 2027. That assessment is now being made by the major bank, Swedbank.
BusinessThe Riksbank will leave the key interest rate unchanged at 1.75 percent. It is only towards the end of 2027 that it may be possible to raise it, the announcement said.
BusinessThe outlook for the Swedish economy is brightening, according to economists at Danske Bank – who see interest rate hikes approaching. “Outcomes and indicators point consistently towards stronger development,” they write in a new economic report.
BusinessRising food prices as well as a weak Swedish krona. These are two concerns according to Riksbank top executive Per Jansson. In the worst case, future interest rate cuts may be jeopardized, he warns.
BusinessThe underlying inflation rate KPIF has been gradually decreasing and is in a clear downward trend.
Living in SwedenThe Swedish Central Bank had not signaled. Therefore, there was no double rate cut just yet, but it will come later, believe analysts. Such a clear direction forward has a rapid psychological effect on households, according to SEB's chief economist.
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