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The Hope of Multiple Interest Rate Cuts Shrinks

The basic tip is that the Central Bank lowers the interest rate by 0. 25 percentage points to 2.

The Hope of Multiple Interest Rate Cuts Shrinks

Trade Unions Look Positively on the New Year

The local trade unions see a brighter economy ahead of 2025. But the picture is mixed.

Trade Unions Look Positively on the New Year

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