Fondbolaget

Fondbolaget is a Swedish government-owned company responsible for the retail sale of wine, spirits, and certain other alcoholic beverages in Sweden. Established in 1955, its primary function is to regulate the availability of alcoholic beverages in accordance with Swedish alcohol policy, which emphasizes public health and social responsibility.

Operated under the Swedish government’s control via the Systembolaget corporation, Fondbolaget operates a nationwide chain of retail stores, known as Systembolaget stores, and manages online sales. The company maintains strict control over the sale of beverages with an alcohol content exceeding 3.5%, aiming to promote responsible consumption and reduce alcohol-related harm.

Systembolaget's retail outlets are characterized by their regulated sales environment, including restrictions on purchasing hours, limits on purchase quantities, and the requirement for customers to present valid identification. The company also offers education and information to consumers about responsible alcohol use.

Funding for Fondbolaget is primarily derived from sales revenue, with profits going back into the Swedish state budget, rather than private shareholders. This structure supports its goal of minimizing alcohol abuse and related societal problems.

Overall, Fondbolaget plays a central role in Sweden’s alcohol policy by ensuring controlled, safe, and socially responsible access to alcoholic beverages. It operates under a framework designed to balance public health concerns with consumer needs, maintaining the country's low levels of alcohol consumption relative to other countries.