Expressen

Expressen is one of Sweden’s leading daily newspapers, founded in 1944. It provides a wide range of news coverage, including national and international politics, sports, entertainment, and social issues. With a reputation for breaking news, investigative journalism, and dynamic reporting, Expressen has a significant presence in both print and digital media. It aims to deliver accurate and timely news to the Swedish public, with a focus on both serious journalism and popular culture.

Is Expressen available in English?

No — Expressen publishes only in Swedish and has no official English edition. The easiest way to read Expressen in English is Google Translate: the “Read in English” button on this page opens expressen.se through Google’s translation service, which turns the headlines and full articles into English as you browse. For Swedish news written natively in English, Radio Sweden (the English service of public broadcaster Sveriges Radio) and The Local Sweden are useful companions.

Key Facts

Founded: 1944

Headquarters: Stockholm, Sweden

Ownership: Owned by Bonnier Group, one of Sweden’s largest media companies.

Language: Swedish — no English edition (use the “Read in English” button above)

Notable Features: Expressen is known for its investigative journalism, fast-breaking news, and coverage of Swedish politics, sports, and entertainment. It has a strong online presence and is one of Sweden's most visited digital news platforms.

Milestones

Expressen was established during World War II and quickly became known for its hard-hitting journalism and bold headlines. Over the years, it has adapted to changes in the media landscape, becoming one of the first Swedish newspapers to embrace digital media in the 1990s. Today, Expressen continues to innovate with its multimedia reporting and extensive online content, making it a staple of Swedish journalism.