Navigating a world of giants – Swiss economic outlook 2026

Switzerland finds itself in a world increasingly shaped by giants. Artificial intelligence is rewiring expectations, trade dynamics are shifting supply chains, and debt concerns are rising again. For a small, hyper‑connected economy, the challenge is to steer through these global tidal forces, while keeping growth, competitiveness, and stability in view as 2026 approaches.

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