Southern Sweden Faces Record-High Electricity Prices Amid Cold Weather and Low Wind Power
Southern Sweden experiences record electricity prices nearing five kronor per kWh due to cold weather and low wind power in November 2025.
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Volvo Announces Major Excavator Factory Project in Eskilstuna
Volvo CE is set to build a 30,000 sqm excavator factory in Eskilstuna by 2028, boosting production capacity amid broader Swedish infrastructure and tech advancements.
Preem's Redefine HVO100 Achieves Nordic Environmental Milestone, Boosting Sweden's Transport Sustainability
Preem's Redefine HVO100 becomes the first Svanen-certified liquid fuel, enabling significant emission reductions in Sweden's transport sector and supporting national climate goals.
Swedish Industry Sees Major Investments: Volvo Builds New Factory, Clas Ohlson Expands, Sprint Bioscience Sells Cancer Program
Volvo CE to build a new excavator factory in Eskilstuna, Clas Ohlson expands distribution center, and Sprint Bioscience sells cancer program, marking strong investment activity in Swedish industry.
McDonald's Accelerates Expansion in Sweden with Seven New Outlets Including a Landmark Kiruna Location
McDonald's Sweden to open seven new restaurants, including a prime spot in Kiruna and its 200th outlet in Stockholm's Mall of Scandinavia, signaling a strategic expansion in 2026.
US Retail Growth Slows Amid Inflation, Treasury Secretary Predicts No Recession in 2024
US retail growth is cooling due to inflation, but the Treasury Secretary predicts no recession in 2024, a development with economic implications for Sweden.
AI Integration Boosts Business Transformation and Fund Performance in Sweden
Microsoft and Dustin's AI partnership is transforming Swedish business operations, while AI-driven companies boost fund performance in the renewable energy sector.
Stock Market Downturns Threaten Swedish Consumer Spending; Klarna Faces Market Sentiment Challenges
Stock market declines are raising concerns about reduced consumer spending ahead of Black Friday in Sweden, while Klarna sees stronger-than-expected results amid negative market sentiment.
Stockholm Stock Exchange Faces Broad Decline Amid Mixed Company Performances
A turbulent week on the Stockholm Stock Exchange saw overall declines with AstraZeneca and Kinnevik among the few bright spots, while Saab's shares dropped sharply amid geopolitical concerns.
Swedish Delivery Companies Face Scrutiny Over Labor Practices and Ethical Concerns
New findings reveal labor exploitation and ethical concerns in Swedish delivery companies Airmee and Instabee, with company responses to the allegations.
Market Uncertainty in November 2025 Amid AI Bubble and H&M's Expected Weaker Quarter
Financial markets face anxiety in November 2025 as H&M braces for a weaker quarter amidst broader concerns about an AI bubble and other risks.
Intellego CEO Claes Lindahl Resigns Amid Fraud Investigation, Board Member Takes Helm
Intellego CEO Claes Lindahl resigns following arrest on fraud charges, with board member Jacob Laurin appointed interim CEO as investigation proceeds.
Kinnevik CEO Georgi Ganev Resigns Amid Market Concerns
Kinnevik's CEO Georgi Ganev announces resignation amid concerns over company’s market valuation and confidence.
Stockholm Stock Market Shows Mixed Movements Amid Global Influences in November 2025
Stockholm's stock market displays mixed performances amidst strong global earnings, US market drops, and sector-specific news in November 2025.
Nab Solutions Advances Finance Sector Efficiency with Microsoft Business Central and AI
Nab Solutions enhances banking sector efficiency and compliance with Microsoft Business Central and AI-driven automation.
Asmodee Surpasses Expectations with 23% Organic Growth Amid Positive Analyst Outlook
Asmodee posts a 23% organic growth beating expectations, with analysts foreseeing further financial gains amid a challenging global economic backdrop.
Nab Solutions Enhances Finance Sector Efficiency and Compliance with Microsoft Business Central
Nab Solutions utilizes Microsoft Business Central to provide secure, automated, and compliant finance sector solutions, anticipating AI-driven efficiency gains.
Swedish Economy Sees Optimistic Growth Driven by Households in 2025
Swedish households are fueling economic growth in 2025 with increased savings and borrowing amid positive GDP and housing market forecasts.
Economic Recovery Spurs Increased Activity in Swedish Housing Market
Improved economic outlook and stable conditions are revitalizing Sweden's housing market, with increased buyer activity and optimistic forecasts for stable prices in 2025.
Intellego CEO Claes Lindahl Arrested Amid Serious Fraud Allegations, Trading Halt Expected
Intellego CEO Claes Lindahl was arrested for serious fraud related to misleading information, triggering a likely prolonged trading halt and shaking investor confidence.
Swedish Economic Recovery Shadowed by Budget Deficits and Corporate Scrutiny
Despite economic recovery in Sweden, looming budget deficits and intensified corporate scrutiny highlight challenges ahead in public finances and market transparency.
Synsam Reports Double-Digit Profit Growth Amid Broad Market Downturn
Synsam posts strong profit growth and rises in a declining Swedish stock market, signaling robust company performance amid broader market challenges.
Klarna Reports Strong Q3 Revenue Growth Amid Rising Losses and Strategic Credit Portfolio Sale
Klarna's third-quarter 2025 revenue grew 26% to $903 million amid rising losses and a major credit portfolio sale to Elliott Investment Management.
Stockholm Stock Exchange Suffers Biggest Drop Since April Amid Global Market Falls and AI Valuation Worries
Stockholm’s stock market fell sharply on November 18, hitting its largest drop since April, driven by global market weakness and AI valuation concerns ahead of Nvidia’s earnings.
Swedish SMEs Drive Sustainable Public Transport Projects in West Africa
Swedish SMEs are instrumental in developing sustainable public transport in West Africa, with projects in Abidjan and Lagos utilizing biofuels and fostering international partnerships.
Viscaria Copper Mine Pioneers Climate-Efficient Operations Fueling Europe's Strategic Copper Supply
Sweden's Viscaria copper mine is poised to deliver sustainable, climate-efficient copper production, supporting 5% of Europe's demand with fossil-free energy and eco-friendly transport.
Swedish M&A Market Shows Resilience Amid Geopolitical Uncertainty with Private Equity Driving Growth
Sweden’s M&A market grows steadily with private equity leading deals amid geopolitical uncertainty, focusing on tech, healthcare, and defense sectors.
Swedish Restaurant Scene Sees Rising Bankruptcies Amid New Openings by Major Players
The Swedish restaurant industry faces rising bankruptcies fueled by increased costs, even as new restaurants open under major brands and property investors in 2025.
EU Commission Raises Growth Forecast Amid Trade Tensions, With Sweden Projected to Outperform
The EU Commission has raised its economic growth outlook for 2023, highlighting Sweden's strong performance despite trade challenges and inflation pressures.
Swedish Green Funds Invest Billions in Blacklisted Mining Projects, Spark Concerns Over Greenwashing
Swedish green funds have invested billions in environmentally and ethically controversial mining projects, raising concerns of greenwashing and transparency in sustainable investing.
EU Customs Decision Raises Prices on Shein and Temu, Promotes Fair Competition
EU finance ministers eliminate duty-free thresholds for low-cost e-commerce imports, raising prices on Shein and Temu while aiming for fairer competition in the EU market.
Swedish Economy Strengthens: Danske Bank's Susanne Spector Advises Locking in Mortgage Rates
Danske Bank's chief economist Susanne Spector highlights Sweden's strong economy and advises homeowners to lock in mortgage rates as central bank interest rates likely stabilize.
H&M Makes Strategic Entry into Brazil with Upscale São Paulo Store
H&M opens its first upscale flagship store in São Paulo, targeting Brazil's upper middle class with plans for rapid expansion.
Sweden’s VAT Cut on Food Promises Lower Prices Amid Inflation Warnings
Sweden’s 2024 VAT reduction on food sets the stage for price cuts promised by retailers amid warnings from the central bank about rising food costs.
Swedish Businesses Accelerate Productivity with AI Integration Amid Capacity Challenges
Swedish companies are adopting AI, including Microsoft’s Copilot+ PC, to combat productivity challenges and boost efficiency through better decision-making and local AI processing.
Colombia Signs €3.1 Billion Deal to Purchase 17 Swedish Gripen Fighter Jets
Sweden’s Saab signs a €3.1 billion contract to supply Colombia with 17 Gripen fighter jets, marking a major defense and industrial partnership.
Swedish Industry Advances in Emissions Reduction with Renewable Fuels and Sustainable Building Materials
Swedish firms Kinnarps and Recoma advance climate goals by adopting renewable fuel HVO100 and sustainable recycled building materials, aiming for substantial emission cuts.
Sweden’s Economy Strengthens as SBAB Gains Business Savings Market Share
Sweden’s economy shows robust improvement in 2025, while SBAB capitalizes on this by expanding its business savings market share through competitive rates and customer-friendly services.
Stora Enso to Spin Off Swedish Forest Assets into Public Company by 2027
Stora Enso plans to separate its Swedish forest assets into a publicly listed company by 2027, aiming to maximize shareholder value and conducting a wider review of its European sawmill business.
Contrasting Q3 Financial Results: Safello's Losses Widen as Revenues Rise, CLS Narrows Its Losses Amid Revenue Decline
Safello reports higher operational losses despite revenue growth, whereas CLS reduces its losses though revenue falls in Q3 2025.
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