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Central Bank Economist: Central Bank Cuts Interest Rate Too Late

Good, but too late, is the comment of trade union economist Tobias Brännemo on the Swedish Central Bank's interest rate decision. That such a large reduction is coming now is a clear sign that the Swedish Central Bank realizes that they lowered too little earlier.

Central Bank Economist: Central Bank Cuts Interest Rate Too Late

Unions and Employers: Cut Interest Rates Faster

Unemployment is increasing and the economy is weak – unions and employers are pressing the Central Bank to lower the interest rate faster. "Time to take a bigger step and lower by 50 points", says Sacos chief economist Håkan Regnér.

Unions and Employers: Cut Interest Rates Faster