Swiss companies fear rise in cybercrime

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Swiss companies fear rise in cybercrime

(26.11.2025) Cyberattacks remain by far the main concern for Swiss employers. According to a study by the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts (HSLU), more than eight out of ten companies (81.6 percent) expect a significant increase in cyberattacks in 2026.

Slight increase in tourism expected this winter

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Slight increase in tourism expected this winter

(19.11.2025) Tourist numbers in Switzerland continue to rise. For the 2025 to 2026 winter season, an increase in overnight stays of +0.9% year on year is expected (18.7 million / +161,000), according to forecasts by the consultancy BAK Economics.

Sharp decline in administrative jobs in Switzerland

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Sharp decline in administrative jobs in Switzerland

(12.11.2025) Switzerland’s labor market remains under pressure from the economic climate and technological advances. In the third quarter of 2025, the number of job openings fell by 5.6% year-on-year, according to the Swiss Job Market Index compiled by Adecco and the University of Zurich.

AI gains ground among Swiss SMEs

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AI gains ground among Swiss SMEs

(05.11.2025) Artificial intelligence is spreading rapidly across the Swiss business landscape. Between 2024 and 2025, the share of SMEs that incorporated this tool rose from 22% to 34%, according to AXA’s annual labour-market study.

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Setting up

Checklists and detailed information about setting up a business: choosing the right legal structure, steps to follow for market analysis, business plans and registration in the trade register.
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Management

Practical tips for running a business successfully: innovation methods, marketing tools, product certification and social media presence using e-commerce.
Praktische Informationen zur Firmenübergabe und Firmenübernahme

Transferring

Tips for transferring and taking over a business: the various scenarios, the business valuation methods and setting the purchase price. The procedure to follow in the event of liquidation.
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Finances

All you need to know about loans, leasing and factoring, traditional and alternative financing plans, economic promotion, tax relief and risk management.
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Foreign trade

Useful information for SMEs on foreign trade: federal customs administration and formalities for import-export, opening an establishment or a subsidiary abroad, risk control.
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Personnel

Here you will find legal provisions, relevant facts and information on staff management: recruitment, staff development, partial unemployment and social insurance, labor law, occupational safety.

Facts and Trends

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Facts and figures on SMEs in Switzerland

The Confederation actively supports SMEs, major players in the economy. Explanations and statistics.
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Digitalization of SMEs in Switzerland: A key factor

Companies must adapt their operations and digitalize to remain competitive. Definitions and examples.
Tips for making one's SME 'greener' and optimising its production

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

Turning to corporate social responsibility is a way for SMEs to become greener and more socially conscious and therefore optimize their production.
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