Index of weekly economic activity
The index of weekly economic activity (WEA) provides timely information on developments in the Swiss economy and is highly correlated with GDP growth. It is calculated on the basis of daily or weekly indicators. Revisions to these underlying data will result in revisions to the WEA index. Adjustments to the calculation methodology are also possible. The WEA index is an experimental statistic.
Reading examples
- In a given calendar week, the WEA index stands at 1.0. This means that weekly economic activity in that week is 1.0% higher than in the same week of the previous year.
- In a given quarter, the WEA index shows an average of 2.0. This implies growth of 2.0% in real GDP adjusted for seasonal/calendar effects and sporting events compared with the same quarter of the previous year.
Tables
Machine-readable format
Further information
Publication schedule
Index
Relevant topics
Gross domestic product
SECO publishes Switzerland’s quarterly national accounts approximately 60 days after the end of the quarter.
Swiss economic confidence
The composite indicator provides a reliable overall picture of economic sentiment in Switzerland.
Consumer sentiment
The survey captures early indications of economic sentiment among Swiss households.
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