Swedish industrial production retreated in June 2026, with output falling 0.4% month-over-month, according to data updated on 10 August 2026. The decline marks a clear reversal from May 2026, when industrial production grew by 0.6% on a month-over-month basis.
The month-over-month comparison shows that momentum in Sweden’s industrial sector has softened, with June’s negative reading following a positive expansion in May. The figures compare the change in industrial production in June against May, while the previous indicator reflects the change in May relative to April. The latest data suggest that, after a brief uptick in activity, Sweden’s industrial sector faced renewed headwinds at the end of the second quarter of 2026.