Switzerland’s economy expanded at a slower pace in the first quarter of 2026, with year-over-year GDP growth easing to 0.5%, down from 0.7% recorded in the fourth quarter of 2025. The figures, updated on 01 June 2026, indicate a modest loss of momentum at the start of the year.
On a year-over-year basis, the latest reading shows that output in the first quarter of 2026 was 0.5% higher than in the same period a year earlier, compared with a 0.7% increase measured in the previous quarter versus its year-ago level. This deceleration suggests that, while Switzerland continues to grow, the pace of expansion has moderated slightly heading into 2026. Investors and policymakers will now be watching upcoming quarters closely for signs of whether this softer trend persists or stabilizes.
