The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development’s Economic Survey of Switzerland forecasts gross domestic product growth of 2.0% in 2026 and 1.4% in 2027, after 1.6% in 2025, while inflation is projected at 0.6% in both years. Although robust institutions and prudent macroeconomic management have supported resilience, geopolitical risks and trade uncertainty are weakening the outlook. The OECD recommends stronger trade ties, new partnerships and swift implementation of financial regulation and supervision reforms. To broaden productivity growth beyond pharmaceuticals and precision manufacturing, the survey calls for stronger competition in network sectors, lower entry barriers and state involvement, fewer nontariff barriers and simpler administrative processes. It also recommends coordinating hospital planning, linking the retirement age to life expectancy and addressing pressures from the unfunded 13th month pension payment, higher defense spending, population aging and climate change. Housing measures should narrow the gap between regulated rents for existing tenants and market rents for new leases, harmonize cantonal building rules and accelerate electronic permit processing. The OECD also calls for stronger coordination of climate adaptation across levels of government and for insurers to be allowed to offer premium discounts for preventive investments.
2026-09-15OECD
Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development forecasts Swiss growth of 2.0% in 2026 and urges competitiveness and fiscal reforms
The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development forecasts Swiss GDP growth of 2.0% in 2026 and 1.4% in 2027, with inflation at 0.6% in both years. It urges reforms to competition, financial oversight, pensions, health care, housing and climate adaptation to strengthen productivity and contain long-term fiscal pressures.