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Data from FMP. Forecasts by Sigmanomics Forecast Engine.
SwedenSweden Capacity Utilization QoQ fell to -0.6% in Q4 2025
FMPMonthlyReleased February 2026
Sweden Capacity Utilization QoQ fell to -0.6% in Q4 2025, released February 2026, down 0.3% from September's -0.3% reading. The reading missed the 0.1% consensus by 0.7%. Capacity Utilization QoQ has now declined for 5 consecutive months. Capacity Utilization QoQ is now the lowest in 12 months.
Latest Release
-0.6
Actual
0.1
Consensus
-0.3
Previous
Median Absolute Error
±0.47 percentage points
across last 12 releases
Last Call
Feb 2026
Predicted: 0.1
Actual: -0.6
Error: +0.7
Sigmacast Σ-direction model: consensus + ½ × mean(surprise, trailing 90d).
CORRELATED SYMBOLS— markets that historically move with this indicator
| Symbol | Direction | Correlation | Asset Class | Signal Bias | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EUR/SEK | ▼ Inverse | −0.50 | FOREX | Bullish SEK | → View |
| USD/SEK | ▼ Inverse | −0.45 | FOREX | Bullish SEK | → View |
| EUR/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.35 | FOREX | Watch | → View |
| DAX | ▲ Direct | +0.35 | INDEX | Watch | → View |
| XAU/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.30 | COMMODITIES | Watch | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
Capacity Utilization QoQ (Sweden) was reported at -0.6% in February 2026. This missed the market consensus of 0.1% by 0.7%. The reading fell from the previous value of -0.3%. Trailing 12-month context per ETL data through February 2026.
WHY IT MATTERS
The indicator has been trending downward over the last three releases. The trailing three releases averaged -0.13%, down from the prior three at 0.1%. In February readings over the past 3 years, Capacity Utilization QoQ has averaged -0.4%.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is negatively correlated with EUR/SEK (Bullish SEK). A secondary relationship exists with USD/SEK, negatively correlated (Bullish SEK). Over the last 12 releases, the Sigmacast model's median absolute error is 0.48%.
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
Same-country events in the next 14 days include Riksbank Rate Decision (Jun 17) and Interest Rate Decision (Jun 17).
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update February 2026.
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About Capacity Utilization QoQ — Sweden
DEFINITION
Capacity Utilization QoQ (Quarter over Quarter) is a financial indicator that measures the percentage of a company's total production capacity that is being utilized in a given quarter. It provides insight into the efficiency and productivity of a company's operations and can be used to assess its ability to meet increasing demand. A higher capacity utilization QoQ indicates that a company is operating at a higher level of efficiency, while a lower utilization may suggest room for improvement. This indicator is commonly used by investors and analysts to evaluate a company's performance and potential for growth.
WHY THIS INDICATOR MATTERS
This release contributes to the broader macro picture used by cross-asset investors for positioning and risk management. The release is more useful as part of a longer-run signal than as a single-print catalyst. Released monthly.
WHAT CHANGED THIS MONTH
Latest reading (Oct 2025): actual -0.6 %, consensus 0.1 %. Prior reading (Jul 2025): -0.2 %. Before that (Apr 2025): 0.4 %.
WHAT'S NEXT
Sigmacast's 1-month forecast points to a materially lower reading versus the latest print, with the 3-month outlook reinforcing that direction. Both horizons are aligned bearish for this indicator, suggesting a consistent trend signal. Trend-driven dynamics are the primary headwind in the current projection. This indicator correlates most strongly with EUR/SEK (Bullish SEK, r=-0.50) — a useful reference for forex-focused traders.