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Sweden Election Too Close to Call; Center-Left Holds Slim Lead

September 14, 2026

Summary

Sweden's election results are too close to call, with the center-left opposition bloc holding a narrow three-seat lead over the center-right coalition. The final outcome will depend on late-arriving ballots and overseas votes, impacting the far-right's influence.

Coverage by lane

Left

  • Swedish centre-left opposition widens lead to three seats with 95% of votes counted – Europe live
  • Sweden faces political uncertainty as election deals far-right a blow
  • Election in Sweden Is Too Close to Call
  • Sweden's election exit polls show center-left opposition ahead of populist right
  • The far right’s march to power in Sweden has been halted, but its influence remains

Center

  • Swedish Bank Shares Gain as Close Vote Eases Tax Concerns
  • Swedish left-wing bloc narrowly ahead with election too close to call
  • Swedish Election Result Too Close to Call

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