- Sweden will temporarily cut the food VAT rate from 12% to 6% from April 2026 to December 2027 to combat inflation and stalled growth.
- A “food commission” will monitor supermarket prices to ensure savings are passed to consumers, amid concerns about weak competition.
- The VAT cut is part of a broader economic package, including increased housing allowances for low-income families and expected further tax relief.
- Austria and Denmark are also considering similar food VAT reductions for 2026.
- Sweden faces rising spending needs, including NATO commitments and the transition from fossil fuels.
Source: vatcalc.com
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