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  • More elderly people and first-time voters are eligible to vote

    The share of those aged 65 and over continues to increase among eligible voters, but the increase is seen only among those who have reached the age of 80. The share of first-time voters is also growing, while the share of voters under the age of 30 is showing a slight decline.

  • The Construction Cost Index rose by 0.4 percent in August 2025

    The Construction Cost Index for multi-dwelling buildings increased by 0.4 percent in August 2025 compared to July 2025. The annual rate of change in the Construction Cost Index was -0.2 percent in August, compared to the corresponding month in 2024 (decreased by 0.6 percent in July 2025).

  • Swedish portfolio assets continue to grow abroad

    Swedish holdings in foreign portfolio assets increased in the second half of 2024. Total holdings amounted to SEK 10 981 billion, which was an increase of 6 percent compared to the end of the first half of 2024. Holdings in shares accounted for the largest percentage increase. Holding in investment fund shares and debt securities did also increase, but not to the same extent as shares.

  • The inflation rate according to CPI was 1.1 percent in August 2025

    The inflation rate according to CPI in August 2025 was 1.1 percent, up from 0.8 percent in July. The monthly change for the CPI from July to August was -0.4 percent. The inflation rate according to the CPIF (Consumer Price Index with fixed interest rate) was 3.2 percent in August, up from 3.0 percent in July.

  • GDP indicator down in July

    Sweden’s GDP decreased by 0.2 percent in July, seasonally adjusted and compared with the previous month, as shown by the preliminary compilation of the GDP indicator. Calander adjusted GDP was 2.0 percent higher than in the corresponding month of the preceding year.