Switzerland

Switzerland : economy statistics and industry reports

  • Updated on : 27 August 2012  Source : The World Factbook

Imports

$294.1 billion (2011 est.)
$246.2 billion (2010 est.)

Exports

$312.5 billion (2011 est.)
$258.5 billion (2010 est.)

Inflation rate (consumer prices)

0.2% (2011 est.)
0.7% (2010 est.)

Unemployment rate

3.1% (2011 est.)
3.9% (2010 est.)

GDP - per capita (PPP)

$43,900 (2011 est.)
$43,400 (2010 est.)
$42,500 (2009 est.)
note: data are in 2011 US dollars

National product real growth rate

2.7% (2010 est.)
-1.9% (2009 est.)
1.9% (2008 est.)

Internet users

6.152 million (2009)

Telephones - mobile cellular

9.527 million (2009)

Population growth rate

0.199% (2012 est.)

Population

7,655,628 (July 2012 est.)

Historical background

The Swiss Confederation was founded in 1291 as a defensive alliance among three cantons.

In succeeding years, other localities joined the original three.

The Swiss Confederation secured its independence from the Holy Roman Empire in 1499.

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Switzerland

Economic overview

Switzerland is a peaceful, prosperous, and modern market economy with low unemployment, a highly skilled labor force, and a per capita GDP among the highest in the world.

Switzerland's economy benefits from a highly developed service sector, led by financial services, and a manufacturing industry that specializes in high-technology, knowledge-based production.

The Swiss have brought their economic practices largely into conformity with the EU's, in order to enhance their international competitiveness, but some trade protectionism remains, particularly for its small agricultural sector.

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OECD

National Accounts of OECD Countries, Financial Accounts 2012

National Accounts of OECD Countries, Financial Accounts 2012

  • $ 83
  • Country report
  • November 2012
  • by OECD

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Dun and Bradstreet (Altares)

D&B Country Report: Switzerland

D&B Country Report: Switzerland

  • $ 650
  • Country report
  • January 2013
  • by Dun and Bradstreet (Altares)

Report Summary Providing critical information and analysis on the trade environment, D&B Country Reports offer in-depth analysis for evaluating risks and opportunities when trading overseas. This detailed ...

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PRS Group

Country Forecasts (Subscription, two issues per year, April & October)

Country Forecasts (Subscription, two issues per year, April & October)

  • $ 840
  • Country report
  • April 2013
  • by PRS Group

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The Economist Intelligence Unit

Country Forecast Switzerland May 2013 Updater

Country Forecast Switzerland May 2013 Updater

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