Swedish government meets supermarket giants over rising costs

Sweden is ranked the fourth happiest country in the world in 2025. But behind that ranking lies a growing struggle—soaring food prices are putting pressure on Swedish households. Official data shows a 3.9% increase in food costs in February compared to last year, the sharpest rise in two years. According to an independent watchdog, grocery prices have risen by 19.1% over the past 2 years.