Sweden's parliamentary election has finished with preliminary results indicating the opposition bloc holds a three-seat majority, according to CBC. The count was close enough that the outcome rested on a narrow margin.
CBC reported the preliminary figures on Sunday, September 13, 2026. The broadcaster described the race as tight, with the opposition's advantage coming down to just three seats.
The three-seat edge, if it holds, would give the opposition bloc a working majority in Sweden's parliament. That margin is thin enough that the final result could hinge on late-counted ballots or any adjustments made as the count is completed.
CBC's reporting is based on preliminary results, which are not final. No further details on vote shares, party-level breakdowns, or turnout were included in the material available.
Sweden's elections are decided through a proportional system, and small shifts in the final tally can change how seats are distributed among parties. A three-seat majority leaves little room for defections or absences when the parliament votes.
The next step is the final certification of the count. Until then, the opposition's three-seat advantage remains a preliminary projection rather than a confirmed result.