Food Prices Stable in Sweden with Minimal Variations in July 2025
Food prices in Sweden remained stable in July 2025, with only minor variations noted at Coop.
Key Points
- • Food prices in Sweden were stable, with few fluctuations in July 2025.
- • Coop raised prices by 0.4%, the only retailer to do so.
- • Factors influencing stability include a stronger krona and lower energy costs.
- • Historically, food prices have risen nearly 30% over the past three years.
In July 2025, food prices in Sweden exhibited remarkable stability, largely remaining unchanged compared to previous months. According to Ulf Mazur, CEO of Matpriskollen, the market has reached a plateau following earlier fluctuations. Most retailers maintained their prices, with Coop being the sole exception, experiencing a slight increase of 0.4% attributed to its unique cooperative pricing structures, which differ among its associations.
Specific items did see minor price shifts; cough drops, chocolate drinks, and meat prices rose, partly due to a shortage of cattle for slaughter in Sweden. Nevertheless, certain items like fruits and olive oil saw price reductions. Despite the recent stability, Mazur warned that while notable price increases may have peaked, food prices remain historically high, having surged nearly 30% over the past three years, prompting heightened price awareness among consumers.
Factors contributing to this stabilization include a stronger Swedish krona and reduced energy costs, which have provided a favorable environment for price management within the food market. Despite the recent changes, overall consumer attention to prices has intensified due to the significant increases seen in recent years. The outlook suggests cautious optimism as the market adjusts to current economic conditions.