From Email to AI: older people use the Internet for an increasing number of services

The internet has become an integral part of everyday life for many older people. They use digital services for everything from communication and information seeking to healthcare contacts, banking services, and entertainment. At the same time, statistics show that internet use varies across age groups, with younger older adults generally using more digital services than the oldest age groups.

3.3 percent rent increase according to statistics on rents for dwellings

In 2026, the average rent increased by 3.3 percent, which is less than 4.6 percent a year ago. The average monthly rent for a three-room apartment is SEK 9 528.

Charges/rents for newly constructed dwellings, 2025

Household incomes continue to rise

Disposable income increased by 3.9 percent between June 2025 and June 2026. The rate of increase was highest among men of working age during the second quarter, while women aged 67 and older had the lowest rate of increase.

The number of employments increased in July

The number of ongoing employments increased by 1.1 percent compared to July the previous year. During the same period, hours worked increased by 4.5 percent, amounting to 584 million hours. The proportion of sickness absence was 1.1 percent. The total gross pay was 212 000 million SEK.