In 2025, Swedish housing prices rose modestly with strong regional differences, while the construction sector outlook improves in early 2026.
The Swedish construction industry is rapidly shifting into a low-cost, conflict-ridden market, stalling projects and involving foreign builders, with taxpayers awaiting results despite large investments.
Sweden's temporary increase of the ROT tax deduction to 50% in 2025 significantly boosted renovation activity and supported construction companies, though concerns remain about the sector's outlook after the deduction returns to 30%.
Sweden's construction sector struggles with low-price market conflicts and stalled projects as renovation demand surges ahead of tax deduction cuts.
Alm Equity boosts its real estate portfolio in Greater Stockholm by acquiring 14 development projects through Storstaden Stockholm Bostad, signaling robust investment activity in the regional housing market.
Sweden's construction market grows due to major infrastructure projects, despite legal disputes delaying the Västlänken railway project in Gothenburg.
Hemfixarna collaborates with Bovra to implement digital documentation tools, enhancing transparency and efficiency in Swedish property maintenance and renovation services.
Anja Norman has been appointed head of Stockholmshem’s Building & Technology department to lead sustainable construction and technical management efforts.
The Christian Democrats propose abolishing Sweden's profit tax on housing sales to stimulate the market amid concerns from small apartment owners facing potential losses.
Amid a sluggish real estate market and shaky credit conditions, Swedish property companies reported mixed financial results for Q3 2025, with some exceeding expectations and others facing declines.
Peab has won a significant construction contract with Hitachi Energy, worth 1.1 billion kronor, for a new workplace in Västerås.
The Swedish construction sector is pivoting towards modular and sustainable methods, evidenced by the practices of Adapteo and SEHED.