"Riksbanken", The Swedish Central Bank, founded in 1668, is the world's oldest central bank and an authority under the Swedish parliament. The bank's main tasks include conducting monetary policy to maintain low and stable inflation, as well as promoting a safe and efficient payment system.
Source: Sveriges Riksbank
Inflation expectations are falling slightly, according to Origo's latest survey, which was commissioned by the Swedish Central Bank.
BusinessOnce almost unthinkable, the market has begun to believe in a possible interest-rate cut within the next six months. In just over a month, it will be time for the next interest rate decision. "There are several different pieces of the puzzle that need to be put in place here, so I don't want to speculate now on what will happen in March," said Per Jansson, deputy governor of the Swedish Central Bank.
BusinessInflation in Norway unexpectedly rose to 3.6 percent in January, preliminary figures show.
BusinessThe likelihood that highly leveraged households and companies will be helped by a reduction in the key interest rate during the spring or early summer has increased, according to pricing in the fixed-income market.
BusinessGöran Hjelm, head of the Fiscal Policy Council, has been appointed a new member of the Swedish Central Bank's Executive Board. The announcement comes as a surprise to economists, as he is not particularly well-known. "It was not what I had expected," said SEB's chief economist Jens Magnusson.
BusinessInflation is falling, and unexpectedly so. Today's outcome increases the likelihood that the Swedish Central Bank will lower interest rates, says Susanne Spector, chief economist at Danske Bank.
BusinessThe fifth empty seat on the Swedish Central Bank's Executive Board is about to be filled. A decision could come as early as tomorrow or next Friday.
BusinessThe policy rate may need to be lowered at the next monetary policy meeting on March 18, according to Deputy Governor Per Jansson. "It cannot be ruled out that I will vote that way," Jansson said, according to the minutes of the January meeting.
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