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flag Switzerland’s economy shrank in Q3 2025 due to U.S. tariffs, hitting exports and prompting a new trade deal.

flag Switzerland’s economy shrank by 0.5% in the third quarter of 2025, its first contraction since mid-2023, driven by a sharp drop in exports to the U.S. after a 39% tariff was imposed in August. flag Key sectors like chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and watchmaking were hit hard, with watch exports to the U.S. falling over 50% in September. flag A new agreement reduced the tariff to 15% and included a Swiss pledge to invest $200 billion in the U.S., easing but not eliminating trade challenges. flag The Swiss National Bank may consider rate cuts, possibly into negative territory, as inflation remains near zero. flag Full-year growth is projected at 1% to 1.5%, slowing to 1% in 2026. flag A detailed GDP report is due November 28.

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