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Swiss unions demand wage increases of up to 2.5% for 2026
2025-09-04
The Swiss Federation of Trade Unions is calling for general pay raises of between 2% and 2.5% by 2026. These are needed to offset the rise in the cost of living and make up for the wage shortfall of recent years, said the umbrella organisation. +Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox …
Continuing professional training leads to higher income, Swiss study shows
2025-09-02
According to a study by the Swiss statistical office, ten years after graduating, people who continue training earn between CHF400 ($497) and CHF1,300 more per month than those who have not taken any further training. +Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox The study looked at the incomes of 150,000 people who, …
US court ruling on tariffs weakens US negotiating position with Switzerland
2025-08-31
According to the head of the Swiss-US Chamber of Commerce, the ruling by the US Court of Appeal on the tariffs weakens the US government’s negotiating position vis-à-vis Switzerland. +Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox Switzerland has sent its optimised offer to Washington. “The goal is clear: the tariff of 39% …
Beyond tariffs: how Switzerland turned trade talks into climate action with Mercosur
2025-07-18
The Mercosur trade agreement recently signed by Switzerland includes commitments on environmental impact. These come on the back of increasing public scrutiny of free trade deals. After eight years of talks, the deal between Mercosur and the EFTA countries was finalised this month. It eliminates tariffs on industrial products, food, and agricultural goods, including Swiss …
High-net-worth individuals prioritise well-being over material possessions
2025-07-14
The priorities of wealthy individuals have shifted against the backdrop of ongoing geopolitical tensions and trade disputes. While spending on luxury goods is declining, demand for travel and experiences is unabated. The cost of living a luxurious lifestyle has fallen on average in the 25 cities analysed for the first time in years, according to …
The Brics and Switzerland: aspirations and reality
2025-07-03
What is the significance of the Brics group of states and how should Switzerland position itself regarding them? The perspectives on this differ. The Brics group has been trying to shake up international politics for almost two decades. The “loose gathering of states”, as a report by the Swiss foreign ministry puts it, presents an …
How US tariffs could disrupt the generic drugs supply chain
2025-07-01
Generic drugs run on thin margins and tight supply chains. Any disruption triggered by increased tariffs could raise prices, push some manufacturers out of the market and even worsen medicine shortages. Generic medicines – cheaper versions of branded drugs whose patents have expired – are the backbone of modern healthcare. They account for most prescriptions …
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