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EU and US Face Tariff Talks Deadline Amid Economic Shock Concerns
EU's Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič is on his way to Washington for a new round of tariff talks with the US Trade Representative Jamiesen Greer. They now have a week to make a deal before President Donald Trump's so-called tariff pause and negotiation deadline expires on July 9.
Market Signals Two Interest Rate Cuts Amid Economic Concerns
Unexpectedly gloomy statistics, weak indicators and dovish central bank signals. Now the door has been opened for two cuts of the steering rate – to 1.
New Mortgage Rules Aim to Enhance Interest Rate Negotiations
Now banks must inform their customers at least one month before the interest rebate on mortgages expires. We hope that this will give mortgage customers an honest chance to be able to negotiate their mortgage interest rate, says Moa Langemark at the Financial Supervisory Authority.
Middle East Conflict Escalation Could Trigger Inflation Concerns
The escalation of the war between Israel and Iran with the US involvement can create ripples in the world economy. Continued rising oil prices can affect Swedish households as well.
Switzerland Cuts Interest Rate to 0 Percent
Switzerland's central bank, SNB, lowers the country's interest rate by 0. 25 percentage points to 0 percent.
Swedish Central Bank Considers More Interest Rate Cuts Amid Global Uncertainty
The Swedish Central Bank sees "a certain probability" for more interest rate cuts this year after Wednesday's cut of 25 points. But the Swedish Central Bank places great emphasis on the uncertain global situation in its report.
Swedish Central Bank Expected to Lower Interest Rate Wednesday
Most 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.
Why the Stock Market Remains Resilient Amid Global Challenges
Customs chaos, war and threats of a long low-conjuncture - much has spoken against the stock exchange the last half-year. But the stock exchange has shaken off each blow, and the question is now how long it can continue.
Stock Market Decline Less Severe Than Expected After Israeli Attack
The Stockholm stock exchange fell 1. 1 percent on Friday after the Israeli attack on Iran.
Stockholm Stock Exchange Drops After Trump's Tariff Announcement
The Stockholm Stock Exchange fell back on Thursday after a new tariff move by US President Donald Trump. The broad OMXS-index fell 0.
Stockholm Stock Exchange Closes Unchanged Amid US-China Trade Talk Anticipation
The Stockholm Stock Exchange retreated slightly on Tuesday and the broad OMXS-index closed unchanged. .
Swedish Economy Grows in April Despite Industry Setback
Increased 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.
More Households Expect Housing Prices to Rise Next Year
The share of households that believe in rising housing prices next year has increased to 49 percent, an increase of two percentage points from last month, according to SEB's housing price indicator. The share of households that believe in falling prices increases by 1 percentage point to 14 percent.
Economist Agrees with Elon Musk in US Budget Dispute
In this matter, Elon Musk is right in the quarrel that has erupted between him and Donald Trump. This is what Robert Bergqvist, senior economist at SEB, means, who says that it is welcome that someone raises their voice about the US state budget.
Eurozone Inflation Falls Below ECB Target in May
Inflation in the eurozone decreased to 1. 9 per cent in May, according to new statistics.
Stockholm Stock Exchange Ends Week with Loss Amid Global Tariff Concerns
The Stockholm Stock Exchange began the new week with falling prices. The trend is similar in the rest of the world after new American tariff games.
Small Business Owners Show Slightly Improved Future Confidence
The solo entrepreneurs' confidence in the future is recovering somewhat, shows the major bank SEB's Entrepreneur Indicator. The indicator increases by 7 units to plus 9, up from plus 2.
Swedish Economy Shrinks in Q1 2025 Raising Interest Rate Cut Likelihood
Swedish 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.
Nvidia and Wallenberg Collaborate on AI Supercomputer in Sweden
The American tech giant Nvidia is to open an AI center in Sweden. Large Swedish companies such as Astra Zeneca, Saab, SEB and Ericsson will participate in the operations.
Trump Declines EU Trade Agreement Amid Tariff Dispute
USA's President Donald Trump says that he "does not seek a settlement" with the EU on tariffs. The EU's Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic writes on the other hand that the EU continues to seek an agreement with the US.
Strategist Warns of Rising Risk Amid US Budget Deficit and Debt
The USA's budget deficit and national debt are expected to deteriorate with the Trump administration's disputed tax cuts, now halfway through Congress. The interest rate chill is spreading on the market and an increasing number of professionals are raising warning flags.
Major Banks Differ on Swedish Interest Rate Cuts for 2023
There is great uncertainty surrounding the interest rate development during the year. Handelsbanken and Swedbank are counting on two cuts.
Rising Food Prices: Coffee Costs Surge by 42 Percent
The increase in food prices accelerated further in April. It has become 42 percent more expensive, according to new SCB figures.
Stock Market Pauses Amid Trade War News as SBB Soars 40 Percent
The strong price increases have ebbed out after Monday's announcement about a pause in the trade war between China and the USA. The OMXS index, like leading European stock exchanges, closed near zero – The real estate company SBB rocketed 40 percent.
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