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Svantesson's next challenge: Unemployment
The battle against inflation is won, but not the fight against unemployment. Economic growth with the help of an unusually offensive budget is the recipe for creating more jobs, according to Finance Minister Elisabeth Svantesson (The Moderate Party).
They think they'll reach the EU's climate targets – but are they mistaken?
The government expects to meet the EU's climate goals by 2030. But it doesn't depend on a lot of new climate measures, but mainly on a flexible way of counting.
Clear: Applying for 40 billion from EU fund
The Government is clear with its application to receive 40 billion kronor from the EU's recovery fund. The Finance Minister hopes that the funds will start being paid out to Sweden next year.
The new government will hold for two terms
Jessica Rosencrantz and Benjamin Dousa take their places in Ulf Kristersson's government – and several existing ministers get new roles. As team leader, I want to build a team that can help lead the country at least until 2030, says Ulf Kristersson.
The Minister of Finance: Not Currently Relevant to Help Northvolt
Taxpayers' money is not at risk. This is Finance Minister Elisabeth Svantesson's (The Moderate Party) message in the aftermath of Northvolt's problems.
The Government Proposes Three New Billion to Healthcare
The Government wants to strengthen healthcare with two billion kronor in targeted grants in 2025. The budget also proposes an additional billion for shorter queues in healthcare.
The Government is proposing three new billion kronor for healthcare
The Government wants to strengthen healthcare with two billion kronor in targeted grants in 2025. The budget also proposes an additional billion for shorter healthcare queues.
New ISK rules – opens up for tax planning
The Government's proposal for a reduced ISK tax is a dividing line. Ineffective - and in some cases an encouragement to tax planning, is highlighted in the criticism.
Lower Taxes for Employees and Pensioners in 2025
The Government wants to lower taxes for wage earners and pensioners next year. Even ISK savers will get lower taxes.
The Climate Minister Must Explain Herself
The Environment Minister pointed out at a press conference a scenario where Sweden meets the EU's climate requirements with the increased reduction obligation. But she did not mention that there is another equally likely scenario where the requirements are not met, which SVT has reported on.
The Government Raises the Threshold for State Income Tax
The Government is raising the threshold for state income tax in 2025, reports [Ekot. ](https://sverigesradio.
Billionaires are favored – "don't want to scare them off"
Minister of Finance Elisabeth Svantesson (The Moderate Party) is now commenting on the inquiry set up by the government, which may benefit the country's venture capitalists. I do not want to scare capital away from Sweden, she says.
The Tidö Parties Reverse - Increase Reduction Obligation
A reduced reduction obligation was one of the Tidö Party's most important election promises. Despite this, it is now being increased.
Billionaires may get lower taxes
The Tax Agency has, over a long period of years, taxed and disputed with the country's richest venture capitalists. But now the government can meet the protesting billionaires halfway.
Svantesson on mortgage rates: Keeping an eye on the banks
Minister of Finance Elisabeth Svantesson (The Moderate Party) is critical of the banks not lowering mortgage rates more – at the same time as they make large profits. It is unacceptable, she says.
Larger investments than expected – these are the needs
A welcome budget message that is applauded from several directions. Now the big question is what the money will be spent on.
The Government: Reforms Worth 60 Billion
The Government estimates that they can invest 60 billion kronor in new reforms in the state budget for next year. Households can count on more money in their wallets.
Opposition's concern about squandered budget
The opposition is worried that the government will "waste" the reform space of 60 billion kronor. Sweden needs a budget that helps ordinary families and gets the Swedish economy going, says Social Democrat Mikael Damberg.
Tug-of-War over the Budget - Now It's Time to Decide
Between the parties, a tug-of-war is underway about what to focus on in the 2025 budget. Lowered taxes, infrastructure, education, the climate, healthcare, and crime prevention are on the negotiating table.
Allegations: The Government Parties May Abolish Air Travel Tax
According to information obtained by [Sveriges Radio Ekot](https://sverigesradio. se/artikel/ekot-erfar-regeringen-och-sd-diskuterar-att-helt-avskaffa-flygskatten), the government and the Sweden Democrats are discussing abolishing the air travel tax next year.
The demand on Svantesson: "Get the workshop going"
Both LO and Svenskt Näringsliv are now putting pressure on Finance Minister Elisabeth Svantesson (M) to present an expansive autumn budget. It's time to climb out of the sandbox and get the workshop going again, says LO Chairman Johan Lindholm.
He becomes the new head of customs
Johan Norrman becomes the new head of the Customs Service. He gets an important role in the work against organized crime, according to the government.
Uncertainty has increased
The situation within the economy is still uncertain, not least due to geopolitical factors. There are still risks ahead, notes Finance Minister Elisabeth Svantesson (The Moderate Party) at a press conference.
Minister of Finance: Tourist Tax Not the Solution
Minister for Finance Elisabeth Svantesson (The Moderate Party) understands that it can be chaotic for permanent residents in popular tourist destinations. But a tourist tax is not the solution, according to her.
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