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Systembolaget Sees Continued Decline in American Product Sales
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Systembolaget Sees Continued Decline in American Product Sales

The Swedes continue to choose American products off at Systembolaget. The summer's decline is clear
Systembolaget Sees Halved Profit Despite Slight Sales Increase
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Systembolaget Sees Halved Profit Despite Slight Sales Increase

Retail Trade Sales Drop 4.8% in May
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Retail Trade Sales Drop 4.8% in May

Finns Drink Less Alcohol Despite Wine Sales in Stores
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Finns Drink Less Alcohol Despite Wine Sales in Stores

Systembolaget Strike Averted as Union Reaches Agreement
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Systembolaget Strike Averted as Union Reaches Agreement

There will be no strike at Systembolaget. The union and employer have reached an agreement
Higher Deposit Aims to Boost Bottle Returns in Sweden
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Higher Deposit Aims to Boost Bottle Returns in Sweden

We Swedes are good at recycling - at least when it comes to cans and PET bottles. Glass bottles are
Retail Sales Rise 0.9 Percent in April 2025
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Retail Sales Rise 0.9 Percent in April 2025

Sweden Eases Requirements for Alcohol Sales at Farms
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Sweden Eases Requirements for Alcohol Sales at Farms

Sale of alcohol at farms shall be preceded by a visit arrangement of at least 30 minutes. This appears from the regulations the Public Health Agency has now
Retail Trade Sales Volume Rises 0.3 Percent in March
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Retail Trade Sales Volume Rises 0.3 Percent in March

Swedes Reduce American Wine Purchases Amid Trump Presidency
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Swedes Reduce American Wine Purchases Amid Trump Presidency

Swedes opt out of American wine at Systembolaget. During the first quarter of the year – the first since Donald Trump is back as president – sales have decreased by over 15 percent
Sweden's New Farm Sales Law Criticized for Complexity
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Sweden's New Farm Sales Law Criticized for Complexity

From June 1, farm sales will be permitted in Sweden. But the Public Health Agency's detailed regulations receive harsh criticism
New Rules for Farm Sales Spark Criticism Over Hangover Threat
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New Rules for Farm Sales Spark Criticism Over Hangover Threat

In June, it will be permitted to buy alcohol directly at vineyards and breweries. But it's not possible to just drop in and buy a bottle
Finland Considers Looser Alcohol Laws, Threatening Alko's Monopoly
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Finland Considers Looser Alcohol Laws, Threatening Alko's Monopoly

Finland's government wants to liberalize the alcohol policy in the country further – but how it will look in practice is still unclear. Moreover, it can have major consequences for Alko, Finland's equivalent to Systembolaget, which risks going under
EU Considers Tariffs on US Goods: Alcohol, Tech, and More at Risk
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EU Considers Tariffs on US Goods: Alcohol, Tech, and More at Risk

The EU is considering how to respond in the trade war. Among the union's weapons is a nearly 100-page long list of American goods that can be targeted
Sweden's Unique Alcohol Culture
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Sweden's Unique Alcohol Culture

For someone from abroad who gets to see how alcohol is sold and consumed, one can start to wonder how the Swedes have thought about regulation around alcohol consumption.
Cautious Consumer Spending Sees Slight Uptick in Sweden's Retail Sales
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Cautious Consumer Spending Sees Slight Uptick in Sweden's Retail Sales

These are the companies with the lowest confidence
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These are the companies with the lowest confidence

Northvolt, Tesla, and H&M. These are some of the companies with the lowest confidence among Swedes, according to the latest confidence barometer
Temu and Shein at the Bottom – Worst Reputation in the Nordics
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Temu and Shein at the Bottom – Worst Reputation in the Nordics

E-commerce platforms Temu and Shein are the companies that have the lowest confidence among consumers in the Nordic region, shows a new study.
Payment problems at the State Liquor Store
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Payment problems at the State Liquor Store

Sale of alcohol from farms allowed from June 1
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Sale of alcohol from farms allowed from June 1

After the green light from Brussels, the government's sights are set on introducing farm sales of alcohol on June 1.
Fake ID apps spread among young people: "Well-made"
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Fake ID apps spread among young people: "Well-made"

The police are warning about fake ID apps. Ica recommends that stores do not accept them and Systembolaget has stopped digital ID cards
Systembolaget stops digital ID: "Not safe"
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Systembolaget stops digital ID: "Not safe"

As of Friday, November 15, it is no longer possible to use digital ID when shopping at Systembolaget.
Swedes more permissive in their view on intoxication
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Swedes more permissive in their view on intoxication

The Swedes' view on consuming alcohol and getting drunk is becoming increasingly permissive, shows Systembolaget's annual Alcohol Index. It is mainly men who contribute to a more permissive attitude
The Minister Aims for Farm Sales in June
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The Minister Aims for Farm Sales in June

Criticism from Portugal delays the EU process for the government's proposal on farm sales of alcohol. But the government is still aiming to introduce farm sales on June 1
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