Sara Nylund (S), the current regionstyrelsens ordförande and the Social Democrats’ top candidate, holds the leading position at 59% amid post-election negotiations following the September 13 regional vote. S recorded setbacks while Moderates advanced, leaving the prior S-M-C majority short of reliable support and prompting talks that could involve new entrants like Norrlandspartiet or other parties. This uncertainty sustains elevated probabilities for several listed contenders, including Anna Strandh Proos (M) and various opposition figures, as coalition outcomes will determine the next chair through regionfullmäktige selection. No decisive agreements have emerged in the first week after results, preserving the tight dynamics traders reflect.