Since Sweden removed the food service requirement for alcohol permits, over 100 new venues have started serving alcohol, encouraging creative business ventures and social spaces.
Sweden faces record electricity price increases in 2026 driven by supply shortages, geopolitical tensions, and EU-level disagreements on emissions trading.
Swedish consumers grow cautious amid rising interest rates and political deadlock, impacting economic confidence and spending decisions.
Leos Lekland may face a 1 million kronor fine due to serious unresolved safety violations at two play centers, despite previous penalties and required safety improvements.
Sweden's rising inflation and energy prices prompt Riksbank to plan interest rate hikes, increasing borrowing costs for households.
Sweden's Finansinspektionen has raised SEB's capital requirements temporarily due to uncovered flaws in its credit risk models, aiming to ensure financial stability and fair competition.
Recent data from Jobbsafari highlights growing job advertisements in Sweden, with construction and practical jobs leading a hopeful trend toward labor market recovery in 2026.
The Nobel Prize in Economics 2026 recognizes groundbreaking research shaping central bank strategies, especially amid the Federal Reserve's policy transition.
Swedish small businesses are experiencing their strongest confidence surge since 2022, anticipating higher sales and more hiring as the economy recovers.
Robert E. Hall and Michael Woodford win the 2026 Nobel Prize in Economics for developing influential macroeconomic models that enhance stabilization policies globally.
Telia is cutting 900 jobs across Sweden, Finland, and Norway to save one billion kronor annually, with layoffs set to conclude by the end of 2026.
Ericsson and Nordea anticipate strong earnings amid rising geopolitical and economic uncertainties, leaving the Swedish stock market's reaction uncertain despite solid performance.
Sweden's iron ore sector faces profits and production hurdles amid global steel oversupply while EU support intensifies for strategic mining projects like Kiruna's Viscaria copper mine.
Sweden's economy grew by 1.1% in August 2026, fueled by increased consumption and production, with regional benefits and cautions on sustaining growth.
Suzuki advances its technology strategy and dealership expansion in Sweden while Lindings grows its workforce amid ongoing innovation.
Sweden's economy unexpectedly grew by 1.1% in August 2026, exceeding forecasts and driven by strong consumer spending and goods production.
Riksbank Governor Erik Thedéen signals risks of inflation rising above 2% in 2026, prompting expected interest rate hikes starting possibly in November.
Sweden's economic growth and labor market show strong recovery in 2026, with stable inflation and rising household confidence.
Finance Minister Elisabeth Svantesson outlines Sweden's GDP growth forecast of 3% for 2026, highlights unemployment trends, and warns of energy prices and global economic risks.
Ikea plans layoffs in Älmhult and Uppsala due to reorganization and logistics changes, while introducing a new store format in Sweden.
Rising energy costs and a weakening krona have driven Sweden's inflation higher in September 2026, prompting the Riksbank to prepare for interest rate hikes in November.
Nordea forecasts a 3.1% GDP growth for Sweden in 2026, highlighting regional recoveries, reduced household debt, and defense investments as key growth drivers.
Johan Torgeby resigns immediately as SEB CEO, Jonas Ahlström appointed interim chief as the board seeks a permanent replacement.
Sweden's inflation is set to stabilize near 2% in 2026-2027 after recent surges driven by pandemic and geopolitical disruption, according to Riksbank and Konjunkturinstitutet forecasts.
Fiscal troubles in major eurozone countries push the euro to an 18-month low while global interest rate hikes raise Sweden’s borrowing costs and weaken the krona.
Kungsbacka Municipality reports a stable financial result near 500 million kronor in 2026, enabling major investments including the Kungsbacka Arena and infrastructure upgrades, largely funded by municipal resources.
Coop cuts prices on 600+ products at Stora Coop stores to address costly image and improve market competitiveness.
Despite stable food prices after a VAT cut, early September data and expert warnings indicate that food prices in Sweden may soon rise due to increasing supplier costs and global factors.
The Swedish krona has depreciated significantly against major currencies in 2026, yielding mixed consequences for savers, exporters, travelers, and households.
China's car market struggles with overproduction and subsidy removal, causing global impacts and prompting cost-cutting at Volvo Cars.
Lantmännen's adjusted operating profit rises by nearly 50% in 2026, driven by Energy and Agriculture divisions and strategic investments amid global challenges.
Volvo Cars reports a 10.7% global sales drop in Q3 2026 amid a dramatic 41% slump in China, plans strategic measures, and new CEO transition ahead.
Sweden's new business startups have surged by 14% in 2026, marking the fastest growth in over a decade, mainly driven by limited liability companies.
High-level visits and a new technology deal are propelling stronger trade and innovation partnerships between Sweden and the United States.
In September 2026, Sweden's manufacturing sector showed strong growth and positive sentiment, buoyed by rising orders and employment plans despite increasing cost pressures and inflation concerns.
The EU closes its Recovery and Resilience Facility funding period, awarding Sweden 1.47 billion euros as part of pandemic recovery efforts.
Sweden experiences its highest September bankruptcies in over three decades, impacting large companies and employees, even as the labor market shows signs of recovery.
A new WWF report, developed with the Stockholm Resilience Centre, outlines four integrated economic pathways to ensure human needs are met within Earth's planetary boundaries.
Facing a 63% stock decline and market challenges, Hemnet plans to cut staff by one-third and revamp advertising with new free tiers and a streamlined paid model to save up to 85 million kronor annually.
Swedish companies anticipate large price increases while official forecasts predict inflation to remain near the 2% target amid currency market volatility.
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