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Swiss FDP campaign against VAT increase
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Latest: Switzerland debates funding for 13th AHV pension via VAT increase
The FDP/PLR party continues its campaign against a proposed 0.4 percentage point increase in the standard Swiss VAT rate, scheduled for a public vote on November 29, 2026. The measure aims to fund the 13th AVS (old-age a
Swiss tourism and social assistance trends
2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated
Latest: Swiss mountain railways report significant increase in summer visitors
Recent data highlights contrasting trends in Switzerland. In the tourism sector, mountain railways reported a strong 2026 summer season, with first-time visitors increasing by 10% compared to the previous year and 28% ab
Swiss industrial and technology sector economic outlook
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Latest: Swiss medical technology sector faces investment decline despite revenue growth
The Swiss technology and medical technology sectors are facing economic challenges characterized by uneven growth and declining competitiveness. In the broader technology industry, data from Swissmem indicated a fragile