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Price increases in the housing market – “lightening”
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Price increases in the housing market – “lightening”

There are "bright spots" in the housing market, according to a house price indicator from Danske Bank for October. At least that's true if you're planning to sell your home
More graduates are applying to vocational schools
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More graduates are applying to vocational schools

Better momentum in the Swedish economy
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Better momentum in the Swedish economy

Swedish GDP Growth Exceeds Expectations; Interest Rate Hike Possible
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Swedish GDP Growth Exceeds Expectations; Interest Rate Hike Possible

Swedish economy grows significantly faster than expected. There is thus a risk that the government has fueled the economy too much and that a rate hike draws nearer, according to assessors
Swedish Exports Rise, Creating September Trade Surplus
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Swedish Exports Rise, Creating September Trade Surplus

Fixed Mortgage Rates Increased in September Across All Terms
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Fixed Mortgage Rates Increased in September Across All Terms

The fixed mortgage rates rose in September for all binding periods, show figures from the Statistical Central Bureau (SCB).
Producer Prices Drop 0.7% in September 2025
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Producer Prices Drop 0.7% in September 2025

Stockholm Rent Increase Set at 1.5 Percent for 2026
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Stockholm Rent Increase Set at 1.5 Percent for 2026

After several years of historically strong rent increases, 2026 may be significantly milder, indicates the first signed agreement in the Stockholm area for next year.
Sweden's Unemployment Steady at 8.7% in September
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Sweden's Unemployment Steady at 8.7% in September

Unemployment remained unchanged at 8. 7 percent in September, according to the Swedish Agency for Statistics (SCB) seasonally adjusted and smoothed figures
September Sees Continued Decline in Food Prices
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September Sees Continued Decline in Food Prices

Food prices continued to fall in September. They fell by 0
Youth Unemployment Declines as Labor Market Brightens
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Youth Unemployment Declines as Labor Market Brightens

It is brightening on the labour market. Unemployment is falling, for the second month in a row, show new figures
Swedish Economy Surpasses Expectations with August Growth
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Swedish Economy Surpasses Expectations with August Growth

Swedish economy is on its way to pick up better pace than expected, show new figures. Had the Swedish Central Bank had these figures in front of them a few weeks ago, the rate cut may have been avoided, according to assessors
September Inflation Lower Than Expected but No Immediate Rate Cut
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September Inflation Lower Than Expected but No Immediate Rate Cut

Inflation fell a little more than expected in September, shows a preliminary calculation made by the Statistical Central Bureau (SCB). But the experts do not think it is enough for there to be a new reduction of the Swedish Central Bank's interest rate in the near future
Second-Highest Rent Increase in Over 20 Years Reported This Year
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Second-Highest Rent Increase in Over 20 Years Reported This Year

Rents increased by an average of 4. 6 percent this year
Occasional Purchase Trade Boosts Retail Sales in August
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Occasional Purchase Trade Boosts Retail Sales in August

Sales volume in retail trade increased by 0. 9 percent in August compared to July, according to new figures from the Statistical Central Bureau
E-services Complexity Leads Swedes to Skip Doctor Visits
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E-services Complexity Leads Swedes to Skip Doctor Visits

Almost every fourth Swede has refrained from booking a doctor's appointment because the healthcare e-services are too difficult, according to a new report. Both younger and older people experience the services as cumbersome
Sweden's Trade Deficit Widens as Exports Fall in August
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Sweden's Trade Deficit Widens as Exports Fall in August

The value of goods exports fell to 144 billion kronor in August, down from almost 154 billion in July. At the same time, imports increased to 152
Household Lending Growth Accelerates in August
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Household Lending Growth Accelerates in August

The growth rate for households' loans is increasing, show new figures from SCB.
August Sees Rise in Producer Prices Compared to July 2025
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August Sees Rise in Producer Prices Compared to July 2025

Producer prices rose in August compared to July 2025, according to the Statistical Central Bureau's (SCB) producer price index.
Mother of Six Finds Support at City Mission Amid Sweden's Poverty Crisis
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Mother of Six Finds Support at City Mission Amid Sweden's Poverty Crisis

For many, the summer meant vacation, travel, sun and bath. But not for everyone
Sweden's Unemployment Rate Stays High in August
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Sweden's Unemployment Rate Stays High in August

Unemployment and the proportion of employed remain unchanged in August compared to previous months, according to the Swedish Statistical Office's (SCB) new monthly figures. But it can be measured in other ways
Swedish Households Shift from Borrowing to Diverse Savings Strategies
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Swedish Households Shift from Borrowing to Diverse Savings Strategies

Under the last five years, Swedish households have gone from borrowing more to increasing their savings. The way households save has also changed during the period
Sweden's Agenda 2030 Efforts Face Criticism for Lack of Direction
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Sweden's Agenda 2030 Efforts Face Criticism for Lack of Direction

Unclear governance and inadequate follow-up. Agenda 2030 are the goals that will make the world a better place – abolish poverty, curb climate change and reduce injustices
Mother of Six Finds Solace in City Mission's Support
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Mother of Six Finds Solace in City Mission's Support

For many, the summer meant vacation, travel, sun and swimming. But not for everyone
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