Sweden

The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has triggered the most severe global recession since World War II. In Q4 2020, the end of the pandemic started as countries began administering effective vaccines among the population; however, vaccine distribution…

The briefing introduces the Cities Households Necessities Spending Index. The index ranks 1,075 cities by household expenditure on non-discretionary items, namely food, housing, and clothing and footwear. This analysis focuses on 160 major cities.…

Volume sales of computers and peripherals in Sweden posted modest growth in 2024 following a sharp decline in 2023, driven by the launch of AI-enabled computers, which motivated households to replace and upgrade their existing devices. Improving…

The decline in the volume sales of consumer electronics in Sweden moderated in the first months of 2024 following a steep drop in 2023. However, current volumes remain significantly below the levels recorded during the review period. Interest rate…

In 2024, retail volume sales of headphones in Sweden experienced a slight decrease. This decline follows the significant spikes in demand seen during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite the overall decrease, the demand for headphones remains…

In 2024, volume sales in home audio and cinema in Sweden are experiencing a decline, primarily attributed to the high maturity of the technology. Many of these products are entering the decline stage of their development cycle as they age. This trend…

In 2024, home video in Sweden sees a slight increase in volume sales compared to 2023, driven primarily by major sporting events such as the European Football Championships and the Olympics. These events significantly boost the demand for televisions…

In 2024, imaging devices in Sweden experiences a significant decline in retail volume sales. This decline is primarily driven by the substitution of digital cameras with smartphones. Smartphones offer greater convenience and versatility, reducing the…

Retail volume sales of in-car entertainment, and in-car navigation systems in particular, continue to decline in Sweden in 2024. This trend is primarily driven by the increasing prevalence of built-in navigation systems in a growing share of the car…

In 2024, mobile phones in Sweden experiences a slight decline in total volume sales, with smartphones recording a marginal increase. The decline in feature phone volumes is primarily due to the obsolescence of their technology and their replacement…