Electricity company warns fixed-price contracts cost homeowners thousands annually

An electricity company warns that fixed-price contracts from major energy providers carry a significant risk premium, potentially costing homeowners over 7,000 kronor annually. This premium is the difference between fixed rates and market prices, with variable contracts often proving more economical. The company argues that fixed contracts are priced with future predictions, not current rates, leading to inflated costs. While electricity prices have become more volatile, making fixed contracts more expensive, some providers still recommend them for winter price predictability, though mixed or variable contracts are also available.