The Swedish economy is holding its ground, but is also seeing lower growth. The international organisations all predict that the world economy will pick up only gradually in 2013, and growth estimates have generally been adjusted downwards, particularly for the euro area. Although the USA seems to be faring a little better, its unsustainable budget deficit presents serious challenges.
The Committee was to address more effectively, through consultation and regular inter-agency meetings, issues of common interest to the regulatory and supervisory bodies. The name of the Committee was changed to Financial Services Regulation Coordinating Committee (FSRCC).