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Read the latest financial, economic and cost of living news from Sweden.
Eleven ways to (legally) lower your Swedish tax bill
The deadline for filing your tax return to Sweden's Tax Agency is May 4th. But make sure you don't miss out on claiming money back if you can.
How to maximise your Swedish pension – even if you're not planning to stay
In the excitement of getting stuck into life in a new country and tackling all the challenges that presents, it's easy for pensions to slip down the list of things to keep track of. But don't let it fall off the radar, follow The Local's guide to manage your Swedish pension.
When are you eligible for a Swedish pension?
Sweden's system for determining pension age changes this year. What are the rules and how can you get your pension when the time comes?
What you should know about the EU's plan to tap your savings
Europe is in great need of money and the EU's plan to get hold of it is to tap the trillions of euros of EU citizens' savings. But will it work?
Why April could be a good month for your Swedish finances
A tax rebate, cheaper food and even a potential pay rise ‒ April looks like it could be a good month financially for many people in Sweden.
Swedish GDP sees unexpected fall as consumption rises
Sweden's GDP saw an unexpected drop in January, falling 1.1 percent compared to the previous month, according to preliminary figures from Statistics Sweden.
Eight ways to save money on food and drink in Sweden
Sweden's Consumer Agency estimates a monthly food cost of 2,700 kronor for a single adult or 8,440 kronor for two adults and two children, but how can you lower that? Here are our top tips.
Swedes told to keep 1,000 kronor in cash at home in case of crisis or war
Do you have enough cash at home to see you through a week of cards not working? The Riksbank has issued new guidelines for how Sweden's extremely digitised society can cope if payment systems shut down.
Sweden's 2026 tax season officially under way
The Swedish Tax Agency has started sending out tax declarations for everybody with a digital postbox. What should you be aware of when declaring?
Sweden moves forward with proposal to restrict benefits for immigrants
The Swedish government has put forward a new proposal which would make immigrants ineligible for benefits like parental pay, housing benefit or child benefits until they have lived in the country for five years.
How to handle a salary review in Sweden
Yearly salary negotiations take place in the spring for many workers as collective bargaining agreements are renegotiated. How do salary reviews work and how can you prepare?
Swedish interest rate 'could be cut' in March
Sweden's central bank, the Riksbank, could cut the country's key interest rate as early as next month, a new report has predicted.
Coffee and beef prices rise again in Sweden as shortages continue
The price of coffee, beef, white fish and courgettes rose in Sweden in January, according to the latest monthly statistics, although the price of food overall remained broadly stable.
Why the Swedish krona’s rise might be nearing its end
The US dollar has dropped in value while the Swedish krona has risen in recent months, but forecasts from a number of banks predict the krona might have reached a plateau.
How to lower the monthly cost of your Swedish mortgage
The mortgage makes up the biggest chunk of a lot of home owners' monthly bills. But did you know there’s a way you can lower your mortgage cost?
Swedish bosses now earn 77 times more than an average worker
Normal workers have seen their purchasing power drop as salaries have failed to rise in line with inflation, but the same cannot be said of their bosses. The wage gap has hit a new record, according to the Swedish Trade Union Confederation.
How much does a ski holiday cost in Sweden during sportlov?
The sportlov school holidays are synonymous with ski trips for many families, although the high prices mean they can also be one of the year’s most expensive weeks. How much do prices differ between resorts?
Swedish krona reaches four-year high against dollar
One US dollar cost 9.12 Swedish kronor on Wednesday morning. The krona has not been this strong against the dollar since the start of 2022.
How to sell your house or apartment in Sweden – six key points
If you want to sell your house or apartment it's a good idea to prepare well in advance, but you may not always have that option. These are six things you should be considering if you need or want to make a sale.
Klarna launches Swish rival connecting Sweden to 13 European countries
The payments company Klarna has launched a competitor to Swish, the Swedish peer-to-peer payments service, which will allow users to instantly transfer money from Sweden to friends and family in 13 different European countries.
How to get compensation if you're hit by a power cut in Sweden
Many of the thousands of households in Sweden which have been affected by storm-related power cuts in recent weeks could be eligible for compensation, ranging from a few thousand to tens of thousands of kronor. How does it work?
MAP: Sweden's local tax rates for 2026
Residents of 16 Swedish municipalities will pay more local tax in 2026, while 45 municipalities will pay less tax. What's the situation where you live?
How strong will the Swedish krona be in 2026?
The Swedish krona is the best-performing currency among the G10 countries, which are together the most traded currencies globally. But how well is it set to perform in 2026?