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Switzerland's Economy Rebounds: 0.2% Growth Amid Tariff Cuts

2/16/2026

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Switzerland's economy grew 0.2% in Q4 2025, rebounding from a 0.5% contraction, with services driving growth and industry stagnating.
For full-year 2025, GDP rose 1.4%, up from 1.2% in 2024 but below the 1.8% long-run average.
The rebound followed U.S. President Donald Trump’s 39% tariffs, which had caused significant economic strain.
A recent agreement to cut tariffs to 15% has raised hopes for improved trade conditions.

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Story summary

Switzerland's economy grew 0.2% in Q4 2025, rebounding from a 0.5% contraction, with services driving growth and industry stagnating.
For full-year 2025, GDP rose 1.4%, up from 1.2% in 2024 but below the 1.8% long-run average.
The rebound followed U.S. President Donald Trump’s 39% tariffs, which had caused significant economic strain.
A recent agreement to cut tariffs to 15% has raised hopes for improved trade conditions.