Increasing labor shortage in Switzerland

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Increasing labor shortage in Switzerland

(25.03.2026) Switzerland is facing an increasing structural labor shortage. According to a study by the Centre for Economic Research (KOF), around 400,000 workers are expected to be lacking in the labor market over the next ten years.

Tourism: record overnight stays in 2025

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Tourism: record overnight stays in 2025

(18.03.2026) The Swiss hotel industry achieved a historic result for the third consecutive year. The sector recorded 43.9 million overnight stays in 2025, an increase of 2.6% compared with 2024, according to the final results of the Federal Statistical Office (FSO).

Record exports driven by chemicals and pharmaceuticals

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Record exports driven by chemicals and pharmaceuticals

(11.03.2026) Swiss exports reached a new record level in 2025. Swiss exports totaled CHF 287.0 billion, an increase of +1.4%, according to the Federal Office for Customs and Border Security (FOCBS).

Strong increase in mergers and acquisitions

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Strong increase in mergers and acquisitions

(04.03.2026) Swiss SMEs recorded a strong rebound in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity in 2025. The total number of transactions reached 208, representing an increase of +16% compared with 2024, according to the annual study conducted by Deloitte.

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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.

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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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International trade forum 2026

Switzerland Global Enterprise
S-GE
Kongresshaus Zürich -  23. April 2026 

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Guide to promotion activities

Valérie Berger, Head of the Free Movement of Persons and Labor Relations Service at SECO

Valérie Berger, Head of the Free Movement of Persons and Labor Relations Service at SECO

Posted workers: a vital resource for the Swiss economy

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