One of the most frequent topics in Switzerland in the past year has been how much the cost of living, and in particular prices of common foods, has increased — some far more than others.
Despite being one of the richest countries in the world, Switzerland has a thriving second-hand shopping culture. Here's what to know about thrift stores - known as 'Brockis' - and where to find them.
A new international survey comparing the price of eggs ranks Switzerland in the first place. But does the country really merit the top spot in this category?
With Swiss inflation at its highest level in decades — though still lower than elsewhere in Europe — prices for many goods and services have skyrocketed.
With the cost of living going up, many of us are thinking of ways to spend a little less. Here are some tips on how you can save money when grocery shopping in Switzerland.
Wages in Switzerland are among the highest in Europe and the world, but this income is not evenly distributed among the regions, a government study shows.
Renters in Zurich who frequently move around will pay more rent than those who have been living in their flat for a long time, a new study reveals. But why is that?
Words ‘expensive’ and ‘Switzerland’ are not exactly strangers to each other, but as new official figures reveal, certain products have gotten even pricier recently.
Yes Switzerland will be hit by higher prices and lower purchasing power in 2023, but there are certain reasons to be optimistic about the next 12 months.
Switzerland is expensive at any time, but next year promises to stretch household budgets even more, making you dig deeper into your pocket to pay for essential goods and services - here's which prices are likely to rise the most.
The new year is almost upon us, bringing with it not only new hopes and new beginnings, but also, unfortunately, higher costs for many consumer goods and services in Switzerland.
The year is almost over, so now is a good time to look back and see what unusual — for Switzerland — events that happened in 2022, and how the country handled them.
One of the biggest fears of any tenant — in Switzerland or elsewhere — is that they will fall into financial difficulties and won’t be able to afford their monthly rent. What could happen then?
Switzerland’s two largest cities are frequently ranked among Europe’s (and sometimes the world’s) priciest places to live. But what exactly makes them so expensive? We spoke to an expert to find out.
You probably want to respond with ‘millions’, and depending on how extravagant your Swiss lifestyle is, you may be right. But for most people, less is enough.
If you can’t get through the day without your dose of caffeine, the news about price hikes for this drink in Switzerland will leave a bitter taste in your mouth.
The canton, where the cost of living is among the highest in Switzerland, has announced financial help to 'protect the purchasing power of households’.
Hardly anyone lives without a credit card these days, but have you ever thought of how much this little piece of plastic costs you each year and if you could save?
A recent survey showed a third of Switzerland’s population is distressed over their economic situation amid the cost of living crisis. But how does the Swiss situation compare to neighbouring countries?
