Svenska Dagbladet has published a trio of investigative reports this week, ranging from an undercover look into the world of financial influencers to a personal story of family discovery and a deep dive into Sweden’s literacy rates. The series features reporting on a community led by self-proclaimed market expert “Analys-Hasse,” a woman’s decades-long search for her biological mother, and growing concerns over educational outcomes for Swedish youth. The investigations highlight diverse aspects of modern Swedish society and the challenges facing its citizens.
How much wealth can be accumulated by following a “finfluencer”?
A reporter with Svenska Dagbladet went undercover within the community of Analys-Hasse – and was surprised by what he found.
Read the full report here.
Certainty: The woman in the chat is a mother
The growing popularity of financial influencers, or “finfluencers,” has led many to question whether their advice is sound. A recent investigation by Svenska Dagbladet explored the inner workings of one such online community and the potential risks involved.
Media personality Anitha Clemence never felt at home in her adoptive family. That feeling of displacement sparked a 20-year search for her biological mother.
Svenska Dagbladet’s Ylva Lagercrantz Spindler recounts her journey, filled with false leads and deception, culminating in an incredible discovery. This story highlights the enduring power of family and the lengths people will go to uncover their roots.
Read the full story about Anitha Clemence here.
What happens when the elite gather at Engelsberg?
Behind closed doors, Viveca Ax:son Johnson and Kurt Almqvist have become a powerful pair in the cultural world. Their sphere has strong ties to the government’s cultural canon.
In their report, Svenska Dagbladet’s Elisabeth Andersson and Birgitta Forsberg show how some see the concentration of power as a conservative haven – while others worry about whims and hidden agendas. The report raises questions about the influence of elite networks on cultural policy.
Read the full investigation here.
Dick Harrison: “Darkness reigned in my home”
Concerns are growing about literacy rates among Swedish youth, with reports indicating that one in four 15-year-olds struggles with functional illiteracy.
In a personal essay, historian and Svenska Dagbladet contributor Dick Harrison wrote about the darkness of his upbringing and the risk of today’s parents failing their children again. His piece sparked a conversation about the importance of early literacy and the potential consequences of neglecting it.
Read the full essay by Dick Harrison here.
