The recent surge in inflation has put pressure on many households, but children are among the clear losers. Their weekly and monthly allowances have not kept pace with the rising cost of living.
BusinessPrices for apartments have fallen in most of Sweden since the peak in 2021, according to a review from Swedbank. That prices always go up is a truth with modification, says the bank's private economist Arturo Arques.
BusinessSing about the student's happy day, it says in the student song. But it also risks becoming a very expensive day, for the student's parents. It's about making a plan – otherwise, it can get out of hand.
BusinessThe expensive weekends are over and for many, a tough January is now awaiting. Cut back on expenses and avoid quick credit solutions, is the advice. Most importantly of all: Make sure January doesn't color your entire year, says SEB's private economist Américo Fernández.
BusinessLowered tax on work and pensions will entail a certain strengthening for Swedish households. But it's not about large sums, believes private economist Arturo Arques. I don't think pensioners will jump for joy, he says.
BusinessMany households can expect larger margins in the economy ahead, according to a report from Swedbank and Sparbankerna. But not everyone is a winner.
BusinessNext week, the ceiling for RUT and ROT deductions will be raised. For those who want to maximize their tax deductions, there are a number of things to keep track of. Most people believe that the deductions only benefit rich people who own their homes, says economist Arturo Arques at Swedbank.
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