The Investor
20 Aug 2026, 09:19
Sweden’s Riksbank Holds Interest Rate at 1.75% as Inflation Risks Remain in Focus
Sweden’s central bank kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 1.75% on Thursday, matching market expectations as policymakers maintain a cautious stance toward inflation while monitoring the country’s economic recovery.
The Sveriges Riksbank’s decision leaves the policy rate at the same level as the previous meeting. The 1.75% rate will apply from August 26.
Sweden’s central bank kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 1.75% on Thursday, matching market expectations as policymakers maintain a cautious stance toward inflation while monitoring the country’s economic recovery.
The Sveriges Riksbank’s decision leaves the policy rate at the same level as the previous meeting. The 1.75% rate will apply from August 26.
