The Swedish krona continues to strengthen and the US dollar temporarily fell below 10 kronor on the foreign exchange market on Tuesday morning – for the first time since December 2023. There are several explanations, says SEB's chief economist Jens Magnusson.
BusinessThe election result in Germany raises hopes of an economic recovery for the country, which has had a difficult time both politically and economically lately. One can be cautiously optimistic, but one must be cautious, as there is still much that remains, says SEB's chief economist Jens Magnusson.
BusinessIncreased prices of coffee, fish, and vegetables pushed up inflation in January. But it is unclear how it will affect future interest rate decisions. It is far too early to say, says Riksbank Governor Erik Thedéen to TT.
BusinessWar in Ukraine and the Middle East, exacerbated trade conflicts and weak global growth prospects. The world economy – and thereby export-dependent economies like the Swedish – is facing a challenging 2025.
BusinessThe crown has fallen to 11.04 kronor per dollar – the lowest rate this year. And the downward pressure on the Swedish currency may persist, warns SEB's chief economist Jens Magnusson. A potential problem for inflation development, says Riksbank Governor Erik Thedéen.
BusinessA thousand kronor lower mortgage interest on the three million loan - that's the effect when the Swedish Central Bank is expected to make a double rate cut. But risks have emerged along the way.
BusinessIt is still not entirely decided, but Donald Trump is heading for victory in the American election. This gets the financial markets in the USA to rejoice and the dollar to strengthen. Even in Sweden and Europe, the stock exchanges are moving upwards. But the krona is falling.
BusinessThe Swedish Central Bank had not signaled. Therefore, there was no double rate cut just yet, but it will come later, believe analysts. Such a clear direction forward has a rapid psychological effect on households, according to SEB's chief economist.
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