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Investment Location Switzerland
The study captures investment projects that lead to the creation of new locations and new jobs; however, portfolio and M&A investments are not included.
Authors:
André Bieri
Publication:
15 May 2025
Language:
German
Number of pages:
12
Document type:
Study
Findings from the study:
- In 2024, a decline of five percent in the number of foreign investment projects in Europe, while in Switzerland there was an increase of 25 percent.
- Decrease in France and the United Kingdom – both countries remain significantly ahead of Germany in the ranking.
- Investments from US companies: a decline of 11 percent in Europe, an increase of 69 percent in Switzerland.
- US companies were the largest investors in Switzerland in 2024; in 2023, it was Germany.
- Swiss companies are increasingly investing abroad in Europe: an increase in investments of nearly 5 percent.
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