Sweden’s gambling regulator reported that licensed operators generated SEK7.4bn in revenue in the second quarter of 2026, up 5.1% from the same period in 2025. Online gambling and betting accounted for more than SEK4.9bn, while the figures are preliminary and may be revised; revenue is stakes less winnings paid.
The figures give operators and investors a regulator-reported measure of licensed-market revenue and segment performance.
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Sweden’s Spelinspektionen reminded gambling licensees to ensure declared venues continue to meet legal requirements after a preventive supervisory review. The authority said venues that require an alcohol-serving permit must stop gambling immediately if it expires, and licensees must report the venue’s closure to Spelinspektionen.
Spelinspektionen director general Peter Knutsson outlined priorities for Sweden after his first month heading the authority. He identified player protection, effective supervision, clear rules and action against illegal gambling as priorities. He also emphasised operators’ responsibilities and preventing excessive and problematic gambling.
Spelinspektionen director general Peter Knutsson has set out the Swedish gambling regulator's priorities after his first month in the role, with player protection, effective supervision, clear rules and action against illegal gambling named as the main areas of focus. The regulator said the first weeks were marked by listening, analysis of the market and the setting of priorities for the future.
Sweden’s government launched an inquiry into gambling harm among children and young adults. Investigator Zandra Milton will examine marketing, gambling features in computer games and possible safeguards, including compulsory time limits and financial checks. She must submit proposals by 29 February 2028, weighing protections against the risk of players moving to unlicensed operators.
Reportedly, Sweden’s online gambling trade association BOS has urged Spelinspektionen to reconsider some regulatory proposals. In a letter to the outlet, BOS secretary general Gustaf Hoffstedt also welcomed the regulator’s efforts to modernise responsible gambling and technical infrastructure.
Sweden’s Spelinspektionen amended its anti-money-laundering guidance, bringing land-based commercial casino gambling fully within the rules from 1 September 2026. Licensees must apply risk-based controls, including customer due diligence and transaction monitoring; the separate exemption from player registration remains in place.