Sweden’s economic statistics for the second quarter of 2026 reveal increased profitability for businesses. Operating margins rose by 0.3 percentage points to 8.4%, while profit share reached 32.8%, up 1.5 percentage points from the same period last year. Total investments grew by 15.7% in current prices, while inventories declined by 9.3 billion SEK in constant prices. Value added increased by 6.8% in constant prices, driven by higher production volumes and a reduced input share. Labor costs rose 3.3%, and operating profit grew 11.1% in current prices. The decline in inventories and increased investment reflect stronger business performance, with all sectors experiencing negative inventory turnover in constant prices.
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