Riksbank considering changes to operational framework for monetary policy
The Riksbank is considering making changes to the operational framework for monetary policy. This is to make the framework simpler and more flexible. The Riksbank will, as before, set the level of the policy rate. The changes, which are not intended to have any monetary policy effects, are planned for implementation in two stages, starting in October 2019. The Riksbank is now gathering views on the proposed changes from the parties concerned.The payment system is undergoing major changes. For instance, there is increased interest in becoming a monetary policy counterparty and developments