Riksbanken Issues Financial Stability Warnings on Stablecoins and Stock Market Valuations
Riksbanken warned that rapid growth in stablecoins and high stock market valuations could pose significant risks to financial stability.
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Riksbank Holds Interest Rate Steady at 1.75% Amid Diverging Expert Views on Future Policy
The Riksbank has kept its policy rate unchanged at 1.75% amid mixed expert opinions on whether rates will rise or fall in 2026, citing inflation easing and early economic recovery signs.
Riksbank Holds Interest Rate Steady at 1.75%, Eyeing Potential Hike in 2027 Amid Economic Uncertainties
The Riksbank maintains the interest rate at 1.75%, signaling patience amidst mixed economic indicators and differing expert views on future rate moves, with a likely hike not expected until 2027.
Swedish Housing Market Faces Divergent Trends as Negative Interest Rates End
The end of Sweden’s negative interest rate period is causing apartment price declines in most municipalities, with central Stockholm rebounding, amid government plans to ease loan rules.
Riksbank Expected to Hold Interest Rate Steady at 1.75% on November 5 Amid Mixed Economic Signals
The Riksbank is expected to keep interest rates steady at 1.75% on November 5, weighing mixed signals from inflation and the labor market.
Swedish Economy Surges Beyond Expectations in Q3 2025, Raising Interest Rate Concerns
Sweden's economy grew 2.4% in Q3 2025, surpassing expectations and raising prospects of earlier interest rate hikes amid concerns of overly expansive fiscal and monetary policies.
Sweden Faces Economic Aftershocks Following a Decade of Low Interest Rates
Sweden's economy wrestles with the aftermath of a decade of low interest rates as households and the housing market adjust to rising borrowing costs and a new financial reality.
SBAB CEO Explains Why Mortgage Rates Can't Be Lowered Further Amid Political Pressure
SBAB CEO Mikael Inglander clarifies why mortgage rates cannot be reduced further despite political demands and SBAB's lower profit requirements compared to major banks.
Riksbanken Cuts Key Interest Rate Amidst Economic Concerns
Riksbanken lowers its key interest rate to 1.75%, citing a need for economic support amid high inflation.
Riksbank Cuts Interest Rate to 1.75% Amid Stagnant Growth and Inflation Concerns
The Riksbank cuts interest rates to 1.75% to combat economic stagnation and rising inflation.
Market Divided Over Upcoming Riksbank Interest Rate Decision
Investors are split on the Riksbank's upcoming interest rate decision as uncertainties and economic indicators vary widely.
Market Reactions Heightened as Riksbank Faces Uncertain Interest Rate Decision
Riksbank Governor Erik Thedéen addresses market uncertainty ahead of interest rate decisions.
Anticipated Interest Rate Cuts Set to Shape Global Markets
Global markets prepare for crucial interest rate announcements from leading central banks, including the Federal Reserve and Bank of Canada.
Swedish Banks Announce Final Interest Rate Cuts Amid Economic Uncertainty
Major Swedish banks announce final interest rate cuts as economic forecasts remain cautious.