Swedish stock market companies beat expectations despite tariffs

Swedish stock market performance has been better than anticipated, despite trade tariffs, as companies report their first-quarter earnings. The Stockholm Stock Exchange has risen nearly 4% since reporting began on April 14th. Order intake has been surprisingly strong, and the market has reacted positively to signs of potential retreat from tariffs. However, uncertainty remains regarding future trade agreements and the impact of the ongoing trade war. While some sectors like telecom and defense have performed well, the overall market is still down since the start of the year. Global markets are also experiencing volatility, with the price of gold rising, indicating uncertain times.