Riksbank meeting —

At its 20 August 2025 meeting, the Riksbank held its policy rate at 2.00%.

Decision

hold — 2.00% to 2.00%

Key passages

Inflation has risen more than expected over the summer, and is somewhat above the target. However, the upturn is assessed to be due to temporary factors.

Inflation above target but dismissed as temporary, reducing urgency to hike.

At the same time, economic activity remains weak.

Weak activity supports case for further easing.

Meeting documents

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