- Sweden plans to temporarily reduce food VAT to 6% from April 2026 to December 2027.
- The budget aims to support households and the economy amid stalled growth due to Trump tariffs.
- The government will submit the budget bill to parliament on September 22.
- The budget includes 80 billion Swedish crowns of unfinanced measures, the most expansive since the pandemic.
- The VAT cut is expected to save the average family 6,500 Swedish crowns annually.
- A “food commission” will monitor price developments to ensure savings reach consumers.
- Sweden’s retail food market is dominated by a few supermarket chains, raising competition concerns.
- The budget will also increase housing allowances for low-income families and may include tax cuts.
- Public spending is expected to rise due to increased military spending and a shift from fossil fuels.
- Government debt is expected to rise, but Sweden’s public finances remain strong in the EU.
Source: reuters.com
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