Market Information Wednesday 24 September 2025

The UK economy showed a clear slowdown in September, according to preliminary data from S&P Global. Both manufacturing and services activity weakened, pushing the composite index down from 53.5 to 51.0, its lowest level in four months. Economists point to weaker trade, declining confidence and job losses.

The Swedish central bank lowered its key interest rate yesterday from 2.00 to 1.75 percent. With this move, the Riksbank aims to stimulate economic activity and ensure that inflation remains close to the desired level over the medium term. The rate is expected to stay unchanged for the time being, as long as the outlook remains stable.

Economic activity in France contracted more sharply in September than in August, according to preliminary data from S&P Global. The purchasing managers’ index for the industrial sector fell to 48.1, while the services index also dropped to 48.9. The composite index reached 48.4, marking its lowest level in five months.

The 6M Euribor is unchanged at 2.11% compared to previous business day. The 10Y Swap is unchanged at 2.70% compared to previous business day.

In the attachment, today’s market data on money and capital market rates as well as other rates are presented.