Swedish Retail Sales Rise 5.3% as Economy Signals Recovery

Retailers in Sweden and the UK reported significant growth during the 2025 holiday season as consumer confidence rebounded despite recent economic pressures.Maria Mikkonen of Swedish Commerce noted a 5.3 percent sales increase totaling 24.5 billion kronor while Jenni Matthews highlighted a decade-high rise in British footfall.The growth in both countries was driven by the grocery sector and retail parks signaling a potential broader economic recovery for 2026.