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The Swiss economy is showing tentative signs of recovery according to the latest KOF economic barometer. However, this optimism is tempered by new data revealing that exports have fallen to their lowest level in five years, painting a complex and modest outlook for the nation's financial health.
Swiss firms exported war materiel worth CHF948.2 million in 2025, a 43% increase over the previous year, according to a report from the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO). Germany was the largest importer of Swiss-made ammunition, armoured vehicles, and weapons.
Swiss train manufacturer Stadler Rail has signed a contract with Turkish railway company TCDD Tamaclk to deliver 35 diesel-electric locomotives, a significant deal that includes three years of maintenance and strengthens Stadler's presence in the region.
An analysis of the significant headwinds facing Switzerland's iconic watchmaking sector, as the Swatch Group reports a massive profit slump and overall national watch exports continue their decline, particularly in key Asian markets.
Switzerland's trade surplus with the United States grew to a record CHF41.1 billion in 2025, fueled by a 3.9% rise in Swiss exports. The new figures come as the two nations navigate a tariff dispute and recent critical commentary from former President Donald Trump.
The Swiss watch industry experienced a 1.7% decrease in export volume in 2025, totaling CHF25.6 billion. The decline is attributed to challenging market conditions, particularly a significant drop in exports to China and Hong Kong.
Swiss aircraft manufacturer Pilatus has resumed exporting its PC-12 and PC-24 business aircraft to the United States, its primary market. Deliveries were temporarily halted due to uncertainty over US tariffs, but have now restarted, although the company is proceeding with plans for a US-based assembly plant.
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