Sweden's electricity market has experienced significant fluctuations recently, with prices reaching a peak of * euros per megawatt-hour in December 2022. In April 2026, the average wholesale electricity price is forecast to reach euros per megawatt-hour, reflecting a substantial decrease from the historic high.
Economic factors influencing electricity prices
The fluctuations in electricity prices can be attributed to various economic factors affecting Sweden. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) in the country has shown a steady increase since 2015, rising from *** to 418.13 in August 2025.Â
Consumer sentiment and household concerns
The economic instability has had a significant impact on consumer confidence in Sweden. In February 2026, the consumer confidence index (CCI) reached , having fallen to a low of in October 2022. This decrease in consumer sentiment was reflected in household concerns, with nearly two out of three Swedes expressing worry about increasing household expenses.
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Ember. (April 9, 2026). Average monthly electricity wholesale price in Sweden from January 2019 to April 2026 (in euros per megawatt-hour) [Graph]. In ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ. Retrieved August 03, 2026, from /statistics/1271491/sweden-monthly-wholesale-electricity-price/
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Ember. (2026). Average monthly electricity wholesale price in Sweden from January 2019 to April 2026 (in euros per megawatt-hour). ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ. ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ Inc.. Accessed: August 03, 2026. /statistics/1271491/sweden-monthly-wholesale-electricity-price/
Ember. "Average Monthly Electricity Wholesale Price in Sweden from January 2019 to April 2026 (in Euros per Megawatt-hour)." ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ, ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ Inc., 9 Apr 2026, /statistics/1271491/sweden-monthly-wholesale-electricity-price/
Ember, Average monthly electricity wholesale price in Sweden from January 2019 to April 2026 (in euros per megawatt-hour) ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ, /statistics/1271491/sweden-monthly-wholesale-electricity-price/ (last visited August 03, 2026)
Average monthly electricity wholesale price in Sweden from January 2019 to April 2026 (in euros per megawatt-hour) [Graph], Ember, April 9, 2026. [Online]. Available: /statistics/1271491/sweden-monthly-wholesale-electricity-price/
