Growth Forecast Lowered Amid Regional Conflict.

Written By Yovani Santana

The Swedish government has officially trimmed its 2026 economic growth forecast to 2.8% (down from 3.0%). Finance Minister Elisabeth Svantesson explained that while Sweden’s public finances remain world-class, the ongoing conflict in the Middle East is weighing on household confidence and energy costs. To help citizens, the government plans to temporarily halve the VAT on food (from 12% to 6%) starting in April, a move aimed at curbing the impact of inflation on grocery bills.

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