According to a unique survey conducted by Sydsvenskan newspaper, Socialdemokraterna (the Social Democrats) would take power in Malmö if municipal elections were held today. The survey, published on April 7, 2026, asked Malmö residents which party they want to govern the city and how they would vote. The results indicate that two parties are clearly losing support, though specific percentages were not provided in the available sources.
Journalist Tobias Barkman authored the report, which suggests the Social Democrats are now in a leading position to govern Sweden's third-largest city. The survey comes as political parties begin targeting uncertain voters ahead of potential elections.