The forecast for gross investment in the mining and quarrying sector in Sweden indicates a downward trend from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, the investment stood at 4.97 billion Swedish Kronas. The data for 2024 forecasts a value of 4.67 billion, representing a year-on-year decline of around 6%. By 2025, it is expected to drop to 4.37 billion, marking an additional decrease of 6.4% compared to the previous year. In 2026, the forecasted value is 4.07 billion, a 6.9% decline from 2025. Continuing this trend, 2027 and 2028 are expected to see investments of 3.78 billion and 3.49 billion respectively, each dropping by approximately 7.1% and 7.7% year-on-year. Over the five-year period from 2023 to 2028, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) is projected to be around -6.3%, illustrating a consistent decrease in investments.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of global commodity prices, technological advancements in mining that could affect operational costs, regulatory changes, and environmental sustainability initiatives. Additionally, economic conditions both within Sweden and globally will likely influence investment levels in the sector.
