Sweden Inflation Rate — 2026 CPI Data, Trend & Outlook
Sweden's inflation rate was 1.15% in September 2026, up from 0.31% the previous month. A year earlier it stood at 0.89%.
Sweden's inflation rate stands at 1.15% as of September 2026. The inflation rate currently sits at 1.15% (up from 0.31% in the prior month). Across the tracked window it has ranged between -0.36% and 12.34%, and is 0.26% higher than a year ago.
The trend
Among the 194 economies tracked on this platform, Sweden ranks #153 on inflation rate by latest value. It rose from 0.31% in the previous month, and compares with a year-earlier 0.89%.
What's driving it
Inflation is shaped by energy and food prices, the exchange rate, wage growth and the stance of monetary policy; central banks lift interest rates to cool it and ease when it falls back toward target.
Recent readings
| Period | Inflation rate |
|---|---|
| Sep 2026 | 1.15% |
| Aug 2026 | 0.31% |
| Jul 2026 | 0.18% |
| Jun 2026 | 0.68% |
| May 2026 | 0.78% |
| Apr 2026 | -0.15% |
| Mar 2026 | 0.55% |
| Feb 2026 | 0.49% |
Data: Source: OECD (terms permit extract/distribute, incl. commercial, with citation). Figures carry an effective date; confirm with the source before relying on them.
Frequently asked questions
What Is the Inflation Rate in Sweden Right Now (2026)?
Sweden's inflation rate was 1.15% in September 2026, up from 0.31% the previous month. A year earlier it stood at 0.89%.
Is the inflation rate rising or falling in Sweden?
It rose in the latest reading — 1.15% in September 2026 versus 0.31% a month earlier. Year on year it is higher.
What is inflation rate?
It measures how fast consumer prices are rising, measured by the consumer price index (CPI).