Sweden’s consumer price inflation picked up pace in February 2026, with the month-over-month Consumer Price Index (CPI) rising 0.6%, up from a 0.1% increase in January 2026. The fresh data, updated on 5 March 2026, indicate a clear acceleration in price growth compared with the very modest uptick recorded at the start of the year.
On a month-over-month basis, the February reading shows that prices are climbing more quickly than in the previous period, when January’s 0.1% rise reflected only marginal inflation versus December. The comparison highlights a shift in short-term inflation dynamics, as the “Actual” February figure is measured against January, while the “Previous” January figure was measured against December. Investors and policymakers will be watching subsequent releases closely to see whether this marks the beginning of a sustained trend or a temporary bump in Sweden’s inflation path.
