About the Riksbank
The Riksbank is Sweden’s central bank. We are to ensure that inflation is low and stable over time, contribute to the stability and efficiency of the financial system and make sure that payments can be made. The Riksbank also issues Sweden's banknotes and coins.
News about the Riksbank
- 17/11/2023 Press release New recruitment procedure initiated to replace Martin Flodén in May 2024
- 13/11/2023 News On 27 November, several changes will be made to the service “Search interest rates and exchange rates”
- 09/10/2023 News Prize in Economic Sciences for 2023 to Claudia Goldin
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
New Sveriges Riksbank Act
The new Sveriges Riksbank Act came into force on 1 January 2023.
The Sveriges Riksbank Act