FX.co ★ Sweden’s Manufacturing PMI Edges Higher in August, Signaling Steady Expansion

Sweden’s manufacturing sector strengthened modestly in August, with the Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) rising to 56.1, up from 55.8 in July 2026. The latest reading, updated on 01 September 2026, keeps the index comfortably above the 50-point threshold that separates expansion from contraction, indicating continued growth in industrial activity.

The slight uptick suggests that momentum in Swedish manufacturing remains intact, building on July’s solid performance. While the improvement from 55.8 to 56.1 is incremental, it points to a sector that is not only maintaining its expansionary phase but doing so with a bit more confidence as the third quarter progresses.