Additional measures to mitigate the effects of the corona pandemic on the Swedish economy
To mitigate the effects on the Swedish economy and combat the ongoing market unease, the Executive Board of the Riksbank has decided on new measures at an extraordinary monetary policy meeting. The Riksbank will enable loans in US dollars to ensure continued good supply of one of the most important currencies for Swedish companies. To provide banks with more scope to borrow from the Riksbank, the limit rules for mortgage bonds (covered bonds) are being removed. Finally, the Riksbank now also intends to buy commercial paper.The Riksbank to offer loans in US dollars A good supply of both