Economic situation
SECO continuously monitors the economic situation (legal basis available in German, French and Italian) in Switzerland, producing analyses, forecasts and scenarios on economic developments. As part of the Swiss statistical system, we provide reliable economic data.
Data
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.
Consumer sentiment
The survey captures early indications of economic sentiment among Swiss households.
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.
Labour market statistics
SECO provides data on unemployed persons, job seekers, vacancies, and other key labour market indicators, by region and by sector.
Forecasts and analyses
Economic forecasts
The Federal Government Expert Group on Business Cycles updates its forecasts on a quarterly basis.
Potential output and long-term scenarios
SECO estimates potential output and the output gap and develops long-term economic scenarios.
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