The Investor
28 Aug 2026, 10:21
Sweden’s Economy Grows Faster Than Expected in Q2
Sweden’s economy expanded 1.6% quarter over quarter in the second quarter of 2026, beating market expectations for 1.4% growth and rebounding sharply from the previous quarter’s 0.2% contraction.
On an annual basis, GDP grew 3.3%, also exceeding the 2.8% forecast and accelerating significantly from 2.0% growth previously.
The stronger-than-expected figures point to improving momentum in the Swedish economy
Sweden’s economy expanded 1.6% quarter over quarter in the second quarter of 2026, beating market expectations for 1.4% growth and rebounding sharply from the previous quarter’s 0.2% contraction.
On an annual basis, GDP grew 3.3%, also exceeding the 2.8% forecast and accelerating significantly from 2.0% growth previously.
The stronger-than-expected figures point to improving momentum in the Swedish economy
