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A government proposal to reform the 'Lex Koller' law restricting property purchases by foreigners has sparked a major political debate. The proposed changes have exposed a sharp divide, pitting left and right parties against business groups and centrists.
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Economy
Switzerland's construction industry saw significant growth in the first quarter of 2026, rising by 5.6%. The boom is primarily driven by strong demand in residential construction, fueled by low interest rates and high demand for housing, according to the Swiss Builders Association.
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Real Estate
A new UBS report reveals that prices for luxury properties in Switzerland rose by an average of 3% last year. Mountain regions like St. Moritz saw a 6% increase, though experts suggest the market may soon plateau.
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Economy
The Swiss National Bank announced that the net worth of households in Switzerland rose to over CHF5 trillion in 2025, largely fueled by rising property prices and increased pension entitlements, even as mortgage debt also grew.
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Real Estate
The Swiss government aims to make it harder for foreigners living abroad to purchase homes in Switzerland by requiring a special permit, a move intended to curb housing speculation and address shortages.
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Lex Koller
The Swiss government has announced plans to reform the 'Lex Koller' law, making it mandatory for foreign nationals from outside the EU/EFTA to obtain authorization to purchase residential property. The move aims to tackle the national housing shortage and curb foreign investment for purely rental purposes.
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Economy
The cost of condominiums and single-family homes in Switzerland continued to rise at a high level in the first quarter of 2026, exacerbating concerns about affordability for residents.
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Taxes
The Swiss government has confirmed its timeline to abolish the imputed rental value tax for residential property. The transition is set for 2029, a date chosen after consulting cantonal finance directors to provide adequate time for local fiscal adaptation.
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Housing
A new survey reveals that nearly 40% of tenants in Switzerland spend over 30% of their income on rent, a level considered a poverty risk. The Swiss Tenants' Association reports this housing market tension is no longer confined to urban centers but is now a widespread issue across the country.
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Housing
According to the Federal Office for Housing, Switzerland is facing its most severe housing shortage since 2014, intensifying the search for affordable homes for low- and middle-income households across the country.
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Real Estate
An analysis by Wüest Partner reveals that prices for secondary residences in Swiss tourist areas have climbed by an average of 46% since early 2020, significantly outpacing the primary housing market and intensifying concerns over affordability and the displacement of local residents.
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Housing
The Federal Housing Office has announced a series of measures, including boosting a revolving fund for non-profit construction, to combat the growing shortage of affordable housing that is now affecting the entire country, not just urban centers.
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Housing
The Federal Housing Office has announced a series of measures, including a significant funding increase for public housing loans, aimed at alleviating affordability issues for low and middle-income residents across Switzerland.
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Economy
A new report reveals a significant surge in residential property prices across Switzerland last year, with single-family homes and condominiums rising by 6.5% and 5.9% respectively, further straining the national housing market.
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Business
A new survey reveals that companies in Zurich are increasingly dissatisfied with the housing situation and tax rates, leading to fears that the city's attractiveness as a business location is declining despite a high quality of life.
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Economy
The Swiss economy begins 2026 with a mixed outlook: inflation slowed to just 0.2% in 2025, but property prices continued their upward trend. Simultaneously, the nation's banks express their worst sentiment in 15 years, citing pressure from low interest rates.
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Real Estate
An analysis of the market forces causing an increase in long-term fixed-rate mortgages, a paradoxical trend that impacts homeowners and buyers even as the Swiss National Bank holds its key interest rate at zero.
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Economy
An in-depth analysis of Switzerland's economic prospects for 2026, examining announced job losses, expert predictions for the property market, and the continued strength of the Swiss franc amid global uncertainties.
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