Economy"Digital taxes and digital market regulations are all designed to harm, or discriminate against American technology", the president states.
Economy
Swedes to cover Ukraine’s budget deficit
EconomyThe Swedish government repeats the message that it "will stand behind Ukraine through thick and thin for as long as needed".
Swedish postal service halts US deliveries amid regulatory uncertainty
EconomyPostNord, Bring and DHL halt package deliveries to USA after months of waiting for information on new customs rules – Swedish small businesses hit hard.
Record high unemployment among university graduates in Sweden
EconomyMore highly educated Swedes are becoming trapped in long-term unemployment.
Halted nuclear power sends Swedish electricity prices soaring
EconomyHouseholds pay the price when three of six nuclear reactors stand idle.
Bitcoin hits new record – market value surpasses Google
EconomyThe cryptocurrency reached a historic peak of over $124,000 during Wednesday evening, making bitcoin the fifth largest asset in the world.
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Nvidia and AMD to pay 15 percent of China revenues to US
EconomyMajor chip manufacturers have entered into an unusual agreement with the Trump administration to secure export licenses for the Chinese market.
Swedish banks urged to take responsibility for failing cash system
EconomyOne in four Swedish ATMs has been out of service in recent months.
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EU and US reach agreement on tariffs and energy cooperation
EconomyMajor investments and tariff agreements mark a new era of trade.
Revolut challenges Swedish banks with new savings account
EconomyThe popular and more flexible British neobank Revolut is launching a savings account on the Swedish market with interest rates up to 2.65 percent.
AstraZeneca invests billions in the US
EconomyWill invest $50 billion in the US following Trump's threats of import tariffs.
Sweden discovers strategic metals crucial for future technologies
SwedenThe deposit is estimated to be the largest of its kind within the EU - containing over 2.2 million tons of rare earth metals.
The Nordics get their first crypto bank – Safello integrates banking services
EconomySafello's 400,000 customers will gain access to traditional banking services such as payment accounts, card payments, and Swish connectivity directly within the cryptocurrency platform.
China’s economy grows faster than expected despite trade war
EconomyChina's economy, the world's second largest, grew by 5.2 percent in the second quarter driven by strong exports and investments.
Swedish food giant Axfood reports strong operating profit
EconomyThe Swedish food market continues to grow despite economic uncertainty.
Bitcoin reaches new record highs – institutions drive development
EconomyThe leading cryptocurrency Bitcoin continues its impressive development and reached a new peak on Thursday at $118,780.
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Nvidia becomes first company to reach four trillion dollars in market value
EconomyThe chip giant's stock soared as the AI boom continues to drive growth, causing CEO Jensen Huang's personal wealth to explode.
Swedish government allocates hundreds of millions to World Bank’s aid fund
Economy"An important investment in the future, both for the world's low-income countries and for Sweden", comments Swedish Minister for International Development Benjamin Dousa.
Electric cars plummet in value – diesel holds up better than expected
EconomySeveral electric car models have lost more than half their value after three years - a sharp drop that stands out in comparison to diesel cars, where losses have been much more limited.
One in five young Swedish women see shopping as a hobby amid rising debt
Economy"Everyone is shopping. It's not weird really. It's weirder if you don't have a shopping addiction", claims Donja Mollazadeh, who says shopping gives her a "dopamine rush".
Bitcoin reaches new record level – could become a safe haven
EconomyOn Wednesday, the previous record was broken and at the time of writing, one bitcoin is valued at a whopping $111,196.
Fuel prices in Sweden set to climb regardless of political outcome
EconomyThe EU's emissions trading scheme directly affects Swedish consumers - and Brussels won't allow major tax cuts either.
Swedish state secretary bought Saab shares day before Hungary Gripen deal announcement
EconomyDiana Janse (M) denies insider information - but law professor calls the action "clearly inappropriate" and says it risks damaging confidence in the government.
Danes boycott Coca-Cola
EconomyFeeling "disrespected" after Trump's demands on Greenland - meanwhile local Danish brands like Jolly Cola are soaring.
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