In recent years, the success of the Swedish stock market has become a focal point in international efforts to strengthen Europe’s capital markets. However, the debate is sometimes clouded by misconceptions about the factors that have contributed to this success. Occasionally, the Swedish system, which allows for shares with different voting rights (i.e. the ability to issue Class A and Class B shares), is criticised. In an opinion piece dated 7 April 2026, SCGI’s director, Erik Lidman, argues that the multiple voting rights system has been, and still is, beneficial to the Swedish stock market.
The opinion piece is available here (redirect to di.se, Swedish only)
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