Monetary policy

The objective of monetary policy is to maintain a low and stable rate of inflation. More precisely target is to hold CPIF inflation at around 2 per cent a year. Without neglecting the inflation target, the Riksbank shall moreover contribute to a balanced development of output and employment. Monetary policy is the measures the Riksbank takes to achieve this.

Policy rate

1.75%
Applies from 25 March 2026

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The inflation target

2%
Target for CPIF

The inflation target

CPIF, March 2026

1.6%
(1.7 percent in February 2026)

How is inflation measured?