The parties are pouring billions into the election campaign to support voters' wallets. But many economists are critical. There is a downside to all the promises, says Madelén Falkenhäll, economist at Swedbank.
Swedish politicsAnyone who is a student, on parental leave or retired cannot expect a major boost to their wallet next year. The effect of next year’s increase in the price base amount will be modest, according to Swedbank’s calculations.
BusinessThe fight for gender equality is slowing down - at least when it comes to men's and women's wallets. Men's and women's incomes are not expected to be equal until 2063.
BusinessTaxes have been lowered, but skyrocketing costs mean that the relief still doesn't show up in people's wallets. When the government's support for households in recent years is combined, there are both winners and losers - and concerns are rising. Many people are still having a tough time, says Madelén Falkenhäll of Swedbank.
BusinessPensioners are doing best - young adults are doing the worst. After a few tough years, however, there are signs that Swedes are having better control over their own finances. People are starting to get their heads a little above water, says Madelén Falkenhäll at Swedbank.
BusinessDoes it feel like the child allowance is running out faster now than a few years ago? It may be because it has decreased by 21 percent in fixed prices since 2018. The last three, four years it has been constantly going downhill. It hasn't been like that before, says Madelén Falkenhäll, economist for financial health at Swedbank.
BusinessAre you worried about the economy when retirement is approaching? The good news: One in five discovers that the pension will be better than they thought. The bad news: Even more realize that it will be worse.
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