Economics

Riksbank Says It’s Ready to ‘Scale Up’ Virus Crisis Measures

The Brunkebergstorg stands deserted in view of the Sveriges Riksbank in Stockholm.

Photographer: Mikael Sjoberg/Bloomberg
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Sweden’s central bank says it’s prepared to step up its crisis response if needed, and defended its right to “fully utilize” its balance sheet.