Consumer sentiment slightly lower than a year ago
In May 2026 the consumer sentiment index stood at –38 points. This is 2 points lower than in May 2025. The following sub-indices are lower than in May 2025: economic outlook and financial outlook. The following sub-indices have barely changed compared to May 2025: past financial situation and moment to make major purchases.
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Data from 1972 onwards
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Index of weekly economic activity
Experimental high-frequency index tracking the development of the Swiss economy.
Swiss economic confidence
The composite indicator provides a reliable overall picture of economic sentiment in Switzerland.
Gross domestic product
SECO publishes Switzerland’s quarterly national accounts approximately 60 days after the end of the quarter.
GDP flash
Around 45 days after the end of the quarter, SECO publishes an experimental flash estimate of GDP growth.
Economic forecasts
The Federal Government Expert Group on Business Cycles updates its forecasts on a quarterly basis.
Publications on the economic situation
«Konjunkturtendenzen» / «Tendances conjoncturelles» provide an overview of the domestic and international economic situation and current economic forecasts.
Contact
Economic Policy Directorate / Short Term Economic Analyses
Felicitas Kemeny
Holzikofenweg 36
3003 Bern