FX.co ★ Sweden Industrial Output Rises in August

In August 2025, Sweden witnessed a significant surge in industrial production, recording a 10.6% increase compared to the previous year. This rise represents a sharp acceleration from a revised 3.9% increase in July and marks the fifth consecutive month of industrial growth. The manufacturing sector was a key driver, with its output growing by 10.4%, up from 3.4% in the prior month. However, the mining and quarrying sector experienced a deceleration in growth, posting a 17.8% increase compared to 18.9% previously. Additionally, the electricity, gas, steam, and hot water sectors saw a downturn, with production declining by 8.7% after a 5.3% increase in July. Seasonally adjusted data on a monthly basis showed industrial output rebounding by 5.1% in August, recovering from a revised 5.3% decline in the month before.