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Swedish central government deficit of SEK 61.9 billion in August 2026

Swedish central government payments produced a deficit of SEK 61.9 billion in August 2026 versus the Debt Office’s forecast for a surplus of SEK 26.6 billion. The primary balance was SEK 2.9 billion lower than forecast.

9 billion in August. 6 billion. The gap was mainly due to lower net lending to government agencies etc. 9 billion lower than forecast.

Tax income…