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International cooperation
14/12/2021 -International cooperation The Riksbank actively participates in several international forums where measures to point out, manage and counteract climate-related financial risks are increasingly being addressed. International cooperation is...
First banknotes in Europe
07/02/2018 -Stockholms Banco issues the first real banknotes in Europe. They are a great success, but it all ends in a bank failure.
The world's largest coin
07/02/2018 -During the 1630s and 1640s, production in the Falu copper mine increased substantially and to keep up the price of copper it was decided to begin manufacturing large plate coins made of copper. The biggest one weighs 19.7 kg and is the largest...
Copper standard is introduced
30/04/2018 -The first copper coins are minted when Sweden introduces the copper standard in 1624. The reasons for this are the shortage of silver and gold due to the prolonged wars, and a desire to maintain the price of copper, which was Sweden's most...
Sweden’s first bank
07/02/2018 -Johan Palmstruch starts Sweden’s first bank, Stockholms Banco. Charles X Gustav emphasises the bank's importance in safeguarding the value of money. ...
A bank in every town
25/01/2018 -To remedy the lack of coins, Chancellor Axel Oxenstierna proposes setting up a bank in every town. This would make money circulate more quickly and stimulate trade.
Information for those who have been offered a position with us
03/07/2023 -According to Article 24 of the Instructions for the Riksbank, every employee of the Riksbank shall be familiar with and comply with a number of rules that apply at the Riksbank. Before you sign your employment contract, it is therefore necessary...
Journal articles
26/02/2026 -Researchers at the Riksbank and researchers connected with the Riksbank publish their research in international scientific journals which are peer-reviewed.
Banks' transparency requirements and Pillar 3
03/11/2022 -Banks' transparency requirements and Pillar 3 The purpose of imposing regulatory requirements on banks is to ensure that they have the capacity to manage losses. In this way, the impact of financial crises on the banking system and society can...