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“The Olympic Games in Stockholm would contribute to a more cohesive society”

Published: 30 november 2018
The article, below, has been signed by many of Sweden's top business leaders and was published in Sweden's largest morning newspaper - Dagens Nyheter on Wednesday.
Published: 30 november 2018

"Sweden is ready to host the first truly sustainable Olympic and Paralympic Games"

On 24 June, delegates of the International Olympic Committee will decide where the 2026 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games will take place. We are sure that the great opportunities to be gained from hosting the Olympic Games far outweigh the challenges.
Published: 23 october 2018

This Is How Stockholm Will Become the Best Capital in Europe

The cities' growing role as greenhouses for new ideas and innovation is one of the strongest global megatrends. For the next government, like new municipal and regional governments in the metropolitan area, it is crucial to act on the basis of the changes that take place in the wake of this mega trend.
Published: 6 september 2018

Swexit Could Mean 73 000 Less Jobs

To leave the EU could lead to 73 000 less jobs by the year 2031, while reducing GDP with four percent, and weakening the purchasing power of households with approximately 16 600 SEK per household (measured in prices of 2017). This is shown in a study conducted by Oxford Economics, commissioned by the Stockholm Chamber of Commerce.
Published: 22 august 2018

STOCKHOLM TREATY LAB JURY DECISION

The first edition of the global innovation contest Stockholm Treaty Lab, which crowdsources law to encourage green investments, has been concluded. Two standout contestants will present their ideas to policymakers in New York and Davos.
Published: 20 june 2018

Labor Shortage Hits Stockholm Hardest

79 925 jobs within the private sector in Sweden has not been able to be fulfilled during 2017. Stockholm is the one region with a record high of available jobs compared to its share of the Swedish population.
Published: 21 may 2018

The Stockholm Economy Falls To Its Lowest Level In Five Years

Especially hit by a lower growth is the IT and computer sector.
Published: 27 march 2018

Success For The Stockholm Chamber: Exit Tax Is Stopped

The Minister of Finance, Magdalena Andersson, confirms in Dagens Industri that they will no longer pursue the proposal of an exit tax. For the Stockholm Chamber, who has campaigned against the tax, the news is a major success.
Published: 23 february 2018

Serious Labor Shortage Puts The IT-sector In Decline

The economy in Stockholm remains strong albeit several sectors reporting declining growth and pessimistic times. The IT-sector, coupled with trade and the construction sector, falls behind.
Published: 23 february 2018

Boosting The Capital-prize Goes To A More Open And Inclusive Region

The Stockholm Chamber of Commerce is highlighting three initiatives that has contributed in making the capital region more innovative, inclusive, and outgoing. Ideas and projects that simply boosts Stockholm/Uppsala, our capital region.
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