Systembolaget

Retail Sales Rise 0.9 Percent in April 2025

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

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. It's my way of marking, says Christina Jungestad on her way out of Systembolaget in Malmö.

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. It's absurd, says Johan Hultberg (The Moderate Party).

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. Detailed rules are now being drawn up. Höganäs – which has been in the starting blocks for 15 years – is warning that everything may be delayed.

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

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. It contains everything from live geese to alcohol.