Switzerland
Switzerland is facing growth decline in 2019
The Swiss economy rebounded in 2017 and in the first half of 2018, but contracted in the third quarter of 2018
SwitzerlandEU-Swiss deal unlikely in the near future
Lasting disagreements as well as future uncertainty decrease the chances of a future EU-Swiss deal
EUSwiss sovereign money vote points up bank reform
A clear majority voted against a sovereign money initiative in a referendum, but pressure for bank reform persists
InternationalSwiss economic growth will accelerate in 2018
The economy is benefiting from strong global momentum and earlier franc weakness
SwitzerlandEU-Swiss institutional framework progress will be slow
Postponing a deal will not impede progress on side issues but failure would be a serious setback for Swiss-EU ties
SwitzerlandPopular votes and Brexit will shape EU-Swiss relations
The EU wants to agree an institutional framework, but upcoming referenda could trigger new disputes
SwitzerlandSwiss economic growth is set to accelerate this year
The Swiss economy is adapting to a stronger franc and benefiting from the euro-area recovery
SwitzerlandPopular votes will decide Swiss next steps
A centre-right majority in parliament will not necessarily translate into right-wing policies
Switzerland