Switzerland is a notoriously expensive country, more so in some regions than in others. Just how well can a family with two children live on median income?
A Swiss cost-of-living demonstration called by unions and leftist parties, seeking wage rises and pension hikes, drew thousands to central Bern on Saturday a month out from parliamentary polls.
Prices of many products and services have been increasing in the past year, with other hikes still on the horizon. But there are some concrete measures to help Swiss consumers get more bang for their francs.
The bad news is that, as expected, electricity tariffs in Switzerland will go up next year. The (relatively) good news is that they will increase less than they did in 2023.
Various surveys have shown that the supply of affordable housing in Switzerland is becoming much scarcer, while the number of more expensive apartments is increasing.
Switzerland’s two largest cities are frequently ranked among Europe’s (and sometimes the world’s) priciest places to live. But where is everyday life more expensive?
If you read Swiss news, you may have come across reports about the economic slowdown and even a risk of recession. Should you be worried about these events impacting your life?
Despite higher, inflation-driven prices for many consumer goods, households in Switzerland are putting aside more money at the end of each month than their European counterparts, a new study shows.
Even though Switzerland is weathering the economic downturn better than other nations, people are still having to deal with an increasing number of problems. We look at what they are and give tips on how to save money.
By law, everyone living in the country, whether a Swiss or foreign national, must have certain insurance policies. Here are four mandatory insurances that you need to know about.
It probably comes as no surprise that the cost of ‘outsourcing’ the task of caring for one’s pre-school-age children is not exactly cheap in Switzerland, one of the world’s most expensive countries. But how much does it cost, and why?
While the federal government distributes money to all Swiss cantons to ensure their residents have a decent standard of living, regional disparities nevertheless exist. Which cantons have most money to spend on their population?
Inflation and the war in Ukraine continue to impact the purchasing power of Swiss households. But how much more will you have to pay for basic services?
Bad news for many tenants: from Friday, their rents could go up by as much as 3 percent, as the Swiss government raises rates applicable to lease contracts.
There is no doubt that Switzerland is a high-cost country, but is it costly only for visitors or also for the residents? The answer may surprise you (or perhaps not).
Switzerland is an expensive country, and making ends meet at the end of each month can sometimes be a struggle. But there is help for those who don’t have enough money to support themselves.
Due to inflation and war in Ukraine, the prices of many basic foods and consumer goods have risen by up to 20 percent in Switzerland in comparison to the same period last year.
Getting out of debt can prove a real headache in Switzerland, but sleepless nights because of outstanding bills and loans don’t have to be your reality. Here are some tips on how to reduce your debt and avoid getting into it in the first place.
Depending on where in Switzerland you live, your rent may be exorbitantly high, but with the housing shortage in many parts of the country, simply moving into cheaper accommodations is not always an option. But a tenants group has proposed a solution.
How do wages and cost of living in general compare from one Swiss city to another? We crunched the numbers for Switzerland's most international cities and came up with some interesting answers.
Planning on retiring in Switzerland or want to make sure you’re in a good position when you do? Here’s what you need to know about retiring in Switzerland.
