About the Riksbank
The Riksbank is Sweden's central bank. We ensure that money retains its value and that payments can be made safely and efficiently. We also issue banknotes and coins.
News about the Riksbank
- 14/09/2022 News Submission to the Riksdag on IMF loans
- 02/09/2022 Press release Aino Bunge new Deputy Governor of the Riksbank
- 13/07/2022 News Ulrika Söderberg new General Counsel at the Riksbank
What does the Riksbank do?
About the Riksbank's activities and role in the Swedish economy.
View the movie "What does the Riksbank do?"
The repo rate has been renamed the policy rate
The Riksbank’s repo rate has been renamed the Riksbank’s policy rate, which is a more appropriate name.
Read more about the policy rate
The Riksbank’s Annual Report
The Annual Report includes an administration report, a balance sheet, a profit and loss account and an assessment of the Riksbank’s internal controls.
Read the Annual Report
Does Sweden need an e-krona?
The Riksbank is investigating whether the krona needs to be issued in an electronic form, an "e-krona".
E-krona