According to Swedbank data, car leasing agreements in Lithuania increased by 46 percent year-over-year, reaching 94.6 million euros in the first five months, indicating high activity in the car market.

Swedbank has reported a disruption in its services on Wednesday, with issues related to logging into its mobile app and online banking currently being resolved, according to a bank representative.

A recent survey commissioned by Swedbank indicates that 85% of residents in Lithuania's major cities anticipate real estate prices will continue to rise in the coming year.

Swedbank's customer service center and employee office in Klaipėda, Lithuania, have moved to a new location within the "Hanza" business center in "Memelio miestas."

Swedbank in Lithuania provided 2,600 housing loans totaling 341 million euros in the first quarter of this year, marking a 23% increase compared to the same period last year.

Swedbank has reported that housing finance activity is strong at the beginning of 2026 and anticipates continued growth in the sector. This outlook suggests a positive trend for the housing market.

Swedbank predicts that the Riksbank will not only keep the policy rate unchanged this Thursday but also will not implement any interest rate hikes during the rest of 2026 or in 2027.

Key headlines from Sweden on April 29th, 2026, include parliamentary votes on citizenship laws, Prime Minister Kristersson's criticism of the Iran war, Swedbank's plans for job reductions, and warnings issued for potential wildfires over the upcoming weekend.

Swedbank announced a first-quarter profit of 91 million euros, with its net interest income surpassing expectations. The bank's financial results indicate a strong start to the year.

Scandinavian banks, including Swedbank, are showing signs of recovery following a money laundering scandal that came to light in 2018.

A former employee of Swedbank has been handed a prison sentence.

Petra Klein, Swedbank's security manager, stated that the most effective defense against cybercrime lies within a company's culture.

Residents in Lithuania who have stopped accumulating funds in the second pension pillar are soon expected to receive part of their savings. Swedbank's chief economist, Nerijus Mačiulis, issued a warning and outlined the worst-case scenario for how the withdrawn money might be used.

A Swedbank Financial Institute analysis reveals that despite increases this year, Latvia's minimum wage remains significantly lower than in Lithuania and Estonia, even when considering net pay.

Market leader Swedbank is set to gradually replace its existing ATMs with newer models that feature card readers designed to no longer swallow bank cards whole.

In Lithuania, almost half of all property damage claims are due to accidentally damaged items such as dropped computers, broken phones, or other household goods, according to Swedbank insurance company data for 2025.

Swedbank's chief economist, Nerijus Mačiulis, states that despite recent fuel price increases, the average salary in Lithuania can still purchase the same amount of petrol as last year and more diesel than in 2023, questioning the drama around the price hikes.

Due to the war in Iran, the average family may have to pay 20-30 euros more per month for fuel, says Nerijus Mačiulis, chief economist at Swedbank.

Birgitte Bonnesen, the former CEO of Swedbank, is on trial in Sweden to determine if she deliberately provided misleading information regarding money laundering allegations.

Latvian company Virši-A has been selected as the best employer for 2025 based on a survey, with Latvijas Mobilais Telefons and Swedbank also ranking in the top three.

Swedbank's popular index fund, Access Sverige, has significantly underperformed its benchmark, leading to billions in losses. Experts note that such a deviation is remarkable for an index fund.

Peace talks between the US and Iran have led to a drop in oil prices, which could impact the Riksbank's actions. Swedbank's chief economist, Mattias Persson, noted it's difficult to foresee strong inflationary pressure in Sweden.

A Swedbank-commissioned survey found that car breakdowns are a major concern for drivers, with one in ten admitting they wouldn't know how to react in such a situation.

The Constitutional Court of Latvia has begun reviewing a case concerning a super-profit tax discount for banks, initiated following an application from Swedbank. The case challenges the conditions for receiving this tax relief.

Swedbank and the European Investment Fund (EIF) have announced a partnership to provide €750 million in loans to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the Baltic states.

The Latvian Saeima has approved significant reforms to public procurement, aiming to reduce bureaucracy and increase transparency in the process. This decision marks a crucial step in modernizing the country's public purchasing system.

A recent study initiated by Swedbank revealed that nearly one in four Lithuanian residents have experienced property damage due to natural phenomena in the past five years, indicating a significant increase in such incidents.

Swedbank has been affected by technical issues impacting its website and mobile application, according to reports from Downdetector.

Swedbank has launched a new campaign aimed at young people, focusing on their first financial steps and featuring an original song created with artist Free Finga.

Swedbank is set to eliminate 550 positions as part of its ongoing operational adjustments.

The Equal Opportunities Ombudsman's Office in Lithuania found that Swedbank violated the law by refusing to grant an elderly woman a car leasing credit, failing to ensure equal access to financial services regardless of age.

Swedbank has granted a €40 million loan to the retail company Maxima LT, which plans to invest the funds into expanding its operations and store network.

Swedbank has announced an increase in its variable mortgage interest rates.

Nordea, SBAB, Swedbank, Danske Bank – rader av stora bolåneaktörer – har de gångna dagarna höjt bundna boräntor. Experter beskriver det som en följd av den krigspremie som banker får betala på sina…

Dovilė Grigienė, Chairwoman of the Supervisory Board at Revolut Bank and former head of Swedbank in Lithuania, discussed Revolut's revenue streams and how it differentiates itself from traditional banking institutions.

Swedbank and Mastercard have launched a free online education platform, the 'Entrepreneurship Academy,' available to Latvian entrepreneurs from March 16, to help them develop their businesses.

A survey commissioned by Swedbank found that one in seven car drivers in Lithuania admitted to having driven at least once without valid mandatory civil liability insurance.

Birgitte Bonnesen, former CEO of Swedbank, is appealing her conviction in the court of appeal, hoping the Supreme Court will overturn her prison sentence.

The company Virši-A has been recognized as the best employer of 2025 in Latvia, based on a survey where participants expressed the most desire to work there. Latvijas Mobilais telefons and Swedbank also made the top three.

Swedbank is reportedly facing a new probe regarding its anti-money laundering compliance in Sweden.

The Lithuanian government has awarded national patron titles to Swedbank, Narbutas Group, and another entity for their substantial financial contributions, including 10 million euros to Vilnius University Foundation and over 1.3 million euros to "Mėlyna ir geltona."

Swedbank reported technical disruptions affecting card payments and ATM operations on Monday, June 1st.

Latvia's Constitutional Court has begun reviewing a case concerning the bank excess profit tax, also known as the solidarity contribution discount for credit institutions. The case was initiated following an application from Swedbank, challenging the conditions for receiving the discount.

Nerijus Mačiulis, chief economist at Swedbank, believes Lithuania is currently experiencing a "golden age" with no signs of crisis, though he warns of potential problems in the coming months if the Middle East conflict continues.

Swedbank announced it will provide up to 750 million euros in loans to small and medium-sized enterprises across the Baltic states, backed by guarantees from the European Investment Fund (EIF).

A Swedbank-commissioned survey in Lithuania indicates that 44% of residents want to start their own business, but most potential ventures do not progress beyond the initial idea stage, despite a decade-high record in new company registrations.

Lithuanian artist Free Finga, one of the most listened-to artists of the younger generation, has collaborated with Swedbank to create a new song titled "Pirmi kartai" (First Times). The song encourages young people to embrace new experiences.

Swedbank and SEB in Estonia experienced a decline in profits during the first quarter of 2026. This reduction was primarily due to decreasing interest income, which offset continued growth in lending.

Swedbank announced its first-quarter net profit, which was in line with market estimates.

The Swedish Supreme Court has overturned the fraud conviction of Swedbank's former CEO, Birgitte Bonnesen, bringing an end to the long-running case, according to a former finance regulator.

Swedbank is still experiencing network problems, leading to operational disruptions where customers are not receiving their money, including housing benefits. A 61-year-old customer, Eva Klang, reported being left without funds.

A survey commissioned by Swedbank in Lithuania indicates that one in four residents who decide to terminate their second-pillar pension savings plans intend to invest the withdrawn funds.

Data from Swedbank indicates a significant rise in the number of investing clients in Lithuania, growing by nearly 50 percent over the past year to reach 137,000, with managed assets increasing from 1.13 billion to 1.48 billion euros.

A recent survey commissioned by Swedbank indicates that more than half (54%) of Lithuanian residents have already received financial scam calls or messages in the current year.

Swedbank has announced it provided 12 million euros in financing to Lithuanian Airports (LTOU).

New data from Swedbank's Financial Health Index shows an improvement in the financial well-being of Lithuanian residents, placing them first among Baltic states, though experts caution about an underlying serious issue.

Latvijas 59 % iedzīvotāju pēdējo mēnešu laikā visvairāk satraukušies par savu vai ģimenes locekļu veselību, bet 51 % – par mājsaimniecības finanšu situāciju kopumā, liecina jaunākais Swedbank…

During a Supreme Court hearing, Birgitte Bonnesen's lawyer reportedly shifted focus to interviews given by the former Swedbank CEO to Swedish media outlets SvD and TT.

The US and Israeli attacks on Iran put the Riksbank in a tricky situation. This is according to Mattias Persson, chief economist at Swedbank with a long history at the Riksbank.

The Swedish Supreme Court is set to rule on whether former Swedbank CEO Birgitte Bonnesen should face prison for concealing the bank's money laundering issues, which originated from the Danske Bank scandal. The court has already established that Bonnesen withheld information.