February
KOF Economic Barometer Stabilises at a High Level
In February 2018, the KOF Economic Barometer rose by 0.4 points to a new reading of 108.0. After the previous month’s decline, it thus stabilised its position on a level clearly above its long-term average. This indicates that in the near future the Swiss economy should continue to grow at rates above average.
KOF Business Tendency Surveys from January 2018: Swiss Companies Are Getting the New Year Off to a Strong Start
The KOF Business Situation Indicator rose further in January, continuing on its upward trajectory after a brief pause last autumn. The companies that took part in the KOF survey are confident regarding business development over the next six months. All in all, Swiss companies are getting off to a strong start in 2018.
KOF Employment Indicator Promises a Good Spring Season for the Labour Market
The Swiss labour market is getting off to a strong start in 2018, according to the KOF Employment Indicator, which continues to be in the positive range. The last time employment prospects in the construction industry were this promising was five years ago.