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
- 02/05/2022 News Robert Sirkka new Head of Corporate Services Department
- 21/04/2022 News Pernilla Meyersson appointed acting Head of General Secretariat – Anders Vredin becomes new senior advisor
- 12/04/2022 Economic Commentaries, News The Riksbank expands its reporting of climate-related information
What does the Riksbank do?
About the Riksbank's activities and role in the Swedish economy.
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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
The Riksbank’s measures in connection with the corona pandemic
Read about the measures to alleviate the economic effects of the coronavirus pandemic