Sweden’s business confidence indicator rose to 107.4 in July 2026 from a slightly upwardly revised 106.4 in June, reaching its highest level since June 2022. The reading pointed to a stronger-than-normal business mood, although sector-level changes were limited. Demand conditions were unchanged at -17, broadly in line with the historical average. Companies reported a decline in employment over the previous three months, with the net figure at -3, but hiring plans strengthened to 6 from 4, indicating expected workforce growth over the next three months. Expectations for sales prices remained elevated, with the net figure increasing to 21 from 20, suggesting companies anticipate price increases more than usual.