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Why Swiss Rents are Rising Faster Again: Raiffeisen Q2 2026 Report

For renters, the practical consequence is that the current pause in rent growth may not last long. The dampening effect from the lower reference interest rate will soon wear off, while higher energy prices linked to the Iran war could push construction costs up again.

Local · May 21

More Seats, New Routes: SBB Promises “Targeted Improvements” With December 2026 Timetable Change

Swiss Federal Railways says the December 2026 timetable change will bring “targeted improvements” across Switzerland, with more seats on busy commuter routes, new test services and some evening and night additions. SBB says the changes are modest compared with the major 2025 network expansion, but they are intended to better utilise available capacity. One of […]

Local Zug · May 21

130-Year-Old Zug Company Collapses: 80 Jobless as Renovation Sector Stressed

The immediate human cost is clear. Around 80 workers are now facing job loss or uncertainty over their contracts, wages and next steps.

Local Zürich · May 21

What Are the Five Canton-Level Decisions Zurich Voters Face On June 14?

The housing proposals are likely to draw the most attention because they go to the heart of Zurich’s affordability crisis.

Local · May 20

SBB CHF 77M Opfikon-Kloten Upgrade: How Your Travel Will Change

There will be diversions, cancellations, and timetable changes from 23 May to 15 June 2026 and 15 June to 3 July 2026.

Local · May 12

Is Zurich’s Economy Cooling? 25,817 Unemployed as Global Tensions Hit Hiring Outlook

Zurich’s unemployment rate dropped to 2.9% in April 2026 as construction and trade hiring surged. Discover how Middle East tensions are affecting the Swiss job outlook.

Local · May 12

Zurich Crime: Crypto Bust, USZ Scandal, and an Active Manhunt

Police bust a major crypto money laundering ring, a manhunt for a violent assault suspect, and updates on the USZ heart surgery scandal.