Content about economic policy
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Recession lingers, but economic recovery in sight
The Swedish economy is in a protracted recession, but recovery is expected to begin in early 2025. Inflation is expected to be around the inflation target going forward. These are the conclusions of the Ministry of Finance in a new economic forecast.
Published · Press release from Elisabeth Svantesson, Ministry of Finance
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State of the Russian economy examined
Russia’s full-scale war against Ukraine continues with unabated intensity and far-reaching consequences for civilians. At the same time, Russia is spreading propaganda to try and portray the Russian economy as more well-functioning than it actually is. As part of efforts to combat this propaganda, the Swedish Government commissioned the National Institute of Economic Research to analyse economic developments in Russia. Last Wednesday, Minister for Finance Elisabeth Svantesson hosted a seminar in connection with the report’s conclusions.
Published · Article, Webcast from Elisabeth Svantesson, Ministry of Finance
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A budget for a more prosperous and safer Sweden
The Government presented the Budget Bill for 2025 to the Riksdag today. The fight against inflation has been won, and the Government is now shifting the focus of its economic policy: from fighting inflation to investing to build a more prosperous and safer Sweden. The Budget Bill includes reforms totalling SEK 60 billion, excluding military support to Ukraine, and is based on an agreement between the Government and the Sweden Democrats.
Published · Press release from Elisabeth Svantesson, Ministry of Finance
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The Budget for 2025 in five minutes
The fight against inflation has been won, and the Government is now shifting the focus of its economic policy: from fighting inflation to investing in a more prosperous and safer Sweden. The Government’s Budget Bill for 2025 includes reforms totalling SEK 60 million, excluding military support to Ukraine.
Published · Article from Elisabeth Svantesson, Ministry of Finance
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Swedish economy in recession, but brighter prospects ahead
Inflation in Sweden is slightly below the 2 per cent target. At the same time, economic activity is weak. The Swedish economy is in recession, but recovery is around the corner. These are the conclusions of a new economic forecast by the Ministry of Finance. The Government’s efforts to build a stronger Swedish economy continue. According to Minister for Finance Elisabeth Svantesson, reforms in the forthcoming autumn budget are expected to amount to around SEK 60 billion.
Published · Press release from Elisabeth Svantesson, Ministry of Finance
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The fight against inflation has been won
Inflation in Sweden has decreased and the target is expected to be reached this year. At the same time, the labour market situation has worsened and unemployment has risen. The Swedish economy is expected to remain in recession until 2025, but recovery is approaching. These are the conclusions of the Ministry of Finance in a new economic forecast. The Government’s inflation-focus is now shifting from fighting to monitoring, while Sweden will be built to be more prosperous.
Published · Press release from Elisabeth Svantesson, Ministry of Finance
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Sweden nominates Sigrún Rawet as Executive Director on World Bank Board of Directors
The Government has nominated Sigrún Rawet as Executive Director for the Nordic-Baltic constituency on the World Bank Board of Directors for the period 1 July 2024–30 June 2028.
Published · Press release from Elisabeth Svantesson, Ministry of Finance
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Government presents 2024 Spring Fiscal Policy Bill
Today the Government is presenting its 2024 Spring Fiscal Policy Bill and Spring Amending Budget for 2024. Inflation has fallen considerably and is expected to continue to do so, while at the same time unemployment is expected continue to rise. In light of this, the Government is presenting its Spring Amending Budget with measures to navigate us through the recession, safeguard the welfare system and make Sweden a safer, more secure and wealthier country. The Budget is based on an agreement between the Government and the Sweden Democrats.
Published · Press release from Elisabeth Svantesson, Ministry of Finance
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The 2024 Spring Budget in five minutes
The Government presented its Spring Budget on 15 April. The budget has been presented against the background of significantly falling inflation while the Swedish economy is in recession, with low GDP growth and rising unemployment.
Published · Article from Elisabeth Svantesson, Ministry of Finance
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Clear decrease in inflation in Sweden
Inflation has decreased considerably and is expected to continue to do so, while unemployment is expected to rise. Subdued growth, combined with the weak labour market outlook, means that the Swedish economy is expected to remain in recession until 2025. These are the conclusions of the Ministry of Finance in a new economic forecast.
Published · Press release from Elisabeth Svantesson, Ministry of Finance
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Inflation coming down and economic situation weakening
Inflation is starting to come down, but Swedish businesses and households are still burdened by high prices and interest rates. This means a weaker economic situation and that the Swedish economy is considered to be in a recession that will last until 2025. These are the Ministry of Finance’s conclusions presented in a new forecast of the economic outlook.
Published · Press release from Elisabeth Svantesson, Ministry of Finance
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High inflation continues to impact Swedish economy
The weakening economic situation has pushed the Swedish economy into recession in 2023. High inflation and higher interest rates combined with waning international demand are the primary reasons for the flagging economy. These are the conclusions of a new forecast of the economic outlook from the Ministry of Finance. At the same time, Minister for Finance Elisabeth Svantesson reports that the reforms in the forthcoming autumn budget will amount to an estimated SEK 40 billion.
Published · Press release from Elisabeth Svantesson, Ministry of Finance
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Inflation puts pressure on economy and households
The effects of rising prices and interest rates on the Swedish economy are becoming increasingly clear, according to the Ministry of Finance’s latest macroeconomic and public finances forecast presented today.
Published · Press release from Elisabeth Svantesson, Ministry of Finance
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Sweden nominates Thomas Östros to head European Investment Bank
The Government has decided to nominate Thomas Östros as a candidate for the post of President and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the European Investment Bank (EIB).
Published · Press release from Elisabeth Svantesson, Ministry of Finance
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Press conference with Minister for Finance and OECD Secretary-General
On 14 June, Minister for Finance Elisabeth Svantesson will hold a press conference together with OECD Secretary-General Mathias Cormann to present the OECD’s latest economic survey of Sweden. The press conference will be conducted in English.
Published · Press release from Elisabeth Svantesson, Ministry of Finance
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Competition in times of crisis
The importance of maintaining active competition enforcement with regard to markets and companies in times of crisis was a recurring message during the European Competition Day conference.
Published · Article from Ministry of Climate and Enterprise
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Sweden’s convergence programme 2023
The Stability and Growth Pact is a set of rules for coordinating fiscal policy between EU Member States. The purpose of these rules is to ensure sound public finances. Every April, Member States are to submit stability and convergence programmes. Sweden and other Member States that have not adopted the euro submit convergence programmes, whereas Member States that have adopted the euro submit stability programmes. The programmes are used by the Commission and the Council in their assessment of Member States’ fiscal policies and situations.
Published · Report from Ministry of Finance