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2026-07-15
The consultation on the planned tightening of the Lex Koller law has revealed a deep divide between the political camps. Whilst business organisations and estate agents warn of serious disadvantages, political parties on both the left and right welcome the proposal. The Swiss government intends to respond to the tight situation on the housing market …
Rents expected to rise again in Switzerland
2026-05-21
After a period of slowing growth, rents will rise again at a faster pace in Switzerland, Raiffeisen bank predicts in a study published on Thursday. +Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox As the dampening effects on rents from the fall in the key interest rate are about to wear off and …
Growing financial strain hits Swiss middle class
2026-05-08
Most people in Switzerland are considered middle class, yet financial insecurity is common: roughly one in four people in the lower middle class could not meet an unexpected CHF2,500 bill ($3,200), according to the Federal Statistical Office (FSO). +Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox The findings are based on the FSO’s …
Swiss media adopts AI code of conduct
2026-05-07
The Swiss media industry is adopting a code of conduct for the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI). +Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox This instrument, which is based on a Council of Europe convention, aims to strengthen public confidence in the technology. “Trust is the media’s most precious asset,” stated …
Economists predict a weak economic year for Switzerland
2026-03-19
The Swiss government’s expert group expects economic growth of 1% – down from 1.1% forecast in December, according to the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO). This suggests the Swiss economy is likely to grow below average. The Swiss Economic Institute (KOF) at the federal technology institute ETH Zurich is also forecasting growth of 1%, …
Stranded in a crisis zone – who is responsible for repatriation?
2026-03-18
The military confrontation between Iran and a US–Israel-led alliance has entered its third week and impacted ten countries. Over 1,200 registered Swiss citizens remain in the Middle East region, yet no further repatriation flights are planned. Bern stresses personal responsibility, but criticism is mounting. Is it justified? The Gulf region – along with Israel – …
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