Federal Statistical Office News

Swiss Retail Sales Show Promising Growth with a 0.5% Increase in February

Swiss retail sales experienced a 0.5% increase in February, with adjusted figures showing a 1.6% rise year-over-year, exceeding expectations and indicating a robust consumer market...

Germany's Inflation Rate Holds Steady at 2.3% in February, What Does It Mean for the Economy?

Germany's inflation rate remained steady at 2.3% in February, slightly down from January's 2.6%. The consumer price index increased by 0.4% from January, indicating a stable econom...

Swiss Retail Sales Hold Steady in January, Defying Analyst Expectations

Switzerland's retail sales remained unchanged in January in nominal terms, with a slight 1.3% increase in real retail trade turnover, indicating a cautious market optimism despite ...

Swiss Retail Sales Hold Steady in January, Real Turnover Sees Modest Growth

Switzerland's retail sales remained stable in January, with nominal turnover unchanged and a slight 1.3% increase in real turnover, as reported by the Federal Statistical Office.

Swiss Retail Sales Show No Growth in January, Contrary to Expectations

In January, Swiss retail sales showed no growth in nominal terms, with a modest 1.3% increase in adjusted real turnover, below analysts' expectations. This suggests potential stagn...

Swiss Retail Sales Show No Growth in January Despite Adjustments

Switzerland's retail sales remained unchanged in January, with a nominal turnover showing no annual growth. Adjusted figures revealed a slight 1.3% increase in real retail trade tu...

Switzerland's Inflation Rate Drops to 0.4% in January: A Detailed Analysis

Switzerland's inflation rate decreased to 0.4% in January, down from December's 0.6%, aligning with analysts' expectations. The CPI dropped by 0.1% monthly, influenced by lower pri...

December 2024 Sees a 1.1% Surge in Swiss Retail Sales: A Sign of Economic Resilience?

Swiss retail sales saw a 1.1% increase in December 2024, with real growth at 2.6% after inflation adjustment. This reflects a resilient consumer market and positive economic indica...

Germany Faces Economic Slowdown: Q4 GDP Drops by 0.4% Amid Export Declines

Germany's GDP is expected to fall by 0.4% in Q4, with exports significantly lower. Despite increases in consumption, the economy faces challenges.

Germany Faces Economic Challenges as GDP Drops 0.2% in 2024

Germany's GDP saw a 0.2% decline in 2024, attributed to increased competition, high energy costs, and an uncertain economic outlook, according to Destatis.

Unexpected Growth: Swiss Retail Sales See a 0.3% Rise in November

Switzerland's retail sales saw a 0.3% increase in November, with adjusted figures showing a 0.8% rise year-over-year, below analysts' expectations. The sector's performance indicat...

Swiss Inflation Edges Up to 0.7% in November Amid Mixed Price Trends

Switzerland's annual inflation rate rose to 0.7% in November, up from 0.6% in October, according to the Federal Statistical Office. The monthly consumer price index (CPI) decreased...