FX.co ★ Sweden Consumer Mood Hits 7-Month High

In September 2025, Sweden's household confidence indicator climbed to 93.2, up from an adjusted 91.6 in August, indicating a modest improvement in sentiment, though it remains below long-term averages. September’s figure represents the highest level of confidence since February. Evaluations of household finances over the past year showed an improvement (-3 compared to -12 in June), and expectations for the broader economy in the coming year have become more optimistic (-12 versus -23). However, households expressed increased caution regarding their personal finances (8 compared to 11 previously), and attitudes towards purchasing capital goods remained significantly negative (-20). Job insecurity concerns lessened, with fewer people anticipating higher unemployment rates (41 instead of 52), although apprehensions remain significant. Expectations for inflation over the next year decreased to 7.9% from 8.6%, while anticipated mortgage rates saw a slight decline, indicating that households may expect some easing in borrowing costs.