Kingdom of Sweden

Analyst Library· Aug 2026

StockholmNorthern EuropeSwedishSwedish Krona (SEK)

Official Data — Live Indicators

GDP Growth (annual %)

1.54

· 2025

World Bank Open Data

Inflation (CPI, % annual)

0.68

· 2025

World Bank Open Data

Unemployment Rate (%)

8.69

· 2025

World Bank Open Data

Total Population

10.6M

· 2025

World Bank Open Data

GDP per Capita (US$)

63,133.21

· 2025

World Bank Open Data

Inflation (CPI, % y/y — monthly)

0.3

% y/y inflation (CPI) · 2025-12

OECD Data

Unemployment Rate (% — monthly)

8.6

% of labour force · 2026-07

OECD Data

10Y Government Bond Yield (%)

3.02

% p.a. (10Y government bond yield) · 2026-08

OECD Data

Fetched from official statistical APIs (World Bank, OECD) — no AI estimation.

Overview

Sweden is a highly developed Nordic country renowned for its progressive social policies, strong welfare state, and commitment to environmental sustainability. A constitutional monarchy with a parliamentary democracy, Sweden has a long and rich history, playing a significant role in European affairs through various periods. Today, it is recognized globally for its innovation, high standard of living, and peaceful international stance. The country maintains a robust, export-oriented economy, driven by advanced manufacturing, technology, and natural resources. Sweden has been a neutral country for centuries but recently joined NATO, signaling a shift in its geopolitical alignment following regional security concerns. Domestically, it balances a market economy with extensive social benefits, contributing to a highly egalitarian society. Its commitment to renewable energy and ambitious climate targets positions it as a leader in global environmental efforts, while its educational system and technological advancements foster a skilled workforce and a vibrant innovation ecosystem.

Economy

gdp nominal

$760.48 billion (2026)

gdp ppp

$756.4 billion (2023 est.)

gdp rank

25 (2023 est.)

gdp per capita

$70,676 (2026)

gdp growth rate

2.0% (2026)

inflation rate

2.6% (2024)

unemployment rate

8.7% (2025)

debt to gdp

31.7% (2023 est.)

fiscal deficit

0.4% of GDP (2023 est.)

major industries

Automotive, Machinery, Pharmaceuticals, Forestry (timber, paper), Iron and Steel, Information Technology and Telecommunications, Mining

top exports

Machinery and transport equipment, Motor vehicles, Wood pulp and paper, Chemicals, Iron and steel, Electronic equipment

top imports

Machinery and transport equipment, Petroleum and petroleum products, Chemicals, Motor vehicles, Foodstuffs

Demographics

population

10701047

population rank

population growth rate

0.42% (2026)

median age

40.4 years (2026)

urbanization rate

87.7% (2026)

life expectancy

83.3 years (2023 est.)

fertility rate

1.45 (2026)

literacy rate

Above 99%

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age distribution

0 14: 17.6% · 15 64: 61.3% · 65 plus: 21.1%

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