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Zurich Restaurants Summer 2024: Growth Surge

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Zurich Restaurants Summer 2024: Growth Surge

Zurich's dining scene thrives as tourism rebounds 18% year-over-year. Discover which restaurants and cafés are expanding and why summer is peak season for Zurich dining.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Zurich Startup Funding Shifts East: 2026 District Guide

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Zurich Startup Funding Shifts East: 2026 District Guide

Seed and Series A investment data reveals Wiedikon and Aussersihl are attracting 34% more capital. Learn how Zurich's startup geography is reshaping.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Why Your Morning Coffee and Next Vacation Just Got More Expensive: A Guide to Trade Tensions for Zurich Residents

Why Your Morning Coffee and Next Vacation Just Got More Expensive: A Guide to Trade Tensions for Zurich Residents

As geopolitical friction reshapes global supply chains, local consumers face rising prices on everything from electronics to food—here's what you need to know.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Zurich's Hospitality Sector Signals Growth: What the Investment Data Really Tells Us

Zurich's Hospitality Sector Signals Growth: What the Investment Data Really Tells Us

As capital flows into the city's food and beverage scene accelerate, business leaders decode the economic signals reshaping dining and lodging across Switzerland's financial hub.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Tourism Boom Reshapes Zurich's Job Market as Hospitality Sector Hunts for Talent

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Tourism Boom Reshapes Zurich's Job Market as Hospitality Sector Hunts for Talent

Record visitor numbers are forcing employers across the city's hotels, restaurants and attractions to compete fiercely for workers, transforming wage expectations and skill demands.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Zurich's Job Market Sends Mixed Signals as Global Uncertainty Reshapes Investment Flows

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Zurich's Job Market Sends Mixed Signals as Global Uncertainty Reshapes Investment Flows

Economic indicators reveal how capital reallocation and sector-specific headwinds are reshaping employment prospects across Switzerland's financial heartland.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Zurich's Small Business Owners Face Perfect Storm of Rising Costs and Shrinking Margins

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Zurich's Small Business Owners Face Perfect Storm of Rising Costs and Shrinking Margins

From Wiedikon to Oerlikon, entrepreneurs report that 2026 has brought an unprecedented squeeze on profitability despite strong consumer demand.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

African Supply Chains Reshape Zurich's Trade Hub as Early Movers Cash In

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African Supply Chains Reshape Zurich's Trade Hub as Early Movers Cash In

As Western companies pivot away from traditional Asian suppliers, Zurich's logistics and trading firms are positioning themselves at the centre of a continental shift—and some have already locked in lucrative contracts.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Zurich's Office Market Faces Perfect Storm of Rising Costs, Hybrid Work, and Capital Flight

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Zurich's Office Market Faces Perfect Storm of Rising Costs, Hybrid Work, and Capital Flight

As vacancy rates climb and landlords struggle with oversupply, the city's once-resilient commercial property sector confronts its toughest year in a decade.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Global Turbulence Reshapes Investment Calculus for Zurich's Business Elite

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Global Turbulence Reshapes Investment Calculus for Zurich's Business Elite

Mounting geopolitical tensions and currency volatility are forcing local firms to recalibrate their international strategies and pass rising costs onto consumers.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Global Tremors Shake Zurich's Job Market as Geopolitical Tensions Ripple Through Finance District

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Global Tremors Shake Zurich's Job Market as Geopolitical Tensions Ripple Through Finance District

Rising instability in Iran, Pakistan, and Venezuela is forcing local employers to recalibrate hiring strategies, even as Swiss economic fundamentals remain solid.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

What Zurich's Investment Flows Really Tell Us About Tech's Health

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What Zurich's Investment Flows Really Tell Us About Tech's Health

As venture capital activity shifts, the city's innovation districts reveal why founders should pay attention to where money actually moves.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

From Food Truck to Neighbourhood Hub: How One Entrepreneur is Reshaping Zurich's Casual Dining Scene

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From Food Truck to Neighbourhood Hub: How One Entrepreneur is Reshaping Zurich's Casual Dining Scene

A former restaurateur's innovative approach to quality, affordability and sustainability is drawing crowds to Wiedikon and proving there's still room for disruption in Switzerland's competitive hospitality sector.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Soaring Living Costs Force Zurich's Financial Talent to Reassess Career Moves

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Soaring Living Costs Force Zurich's Financial Talent to Reassess Career Moves

As housing and everyday expenses climb to record levels, the city's reputation as a premium destination for top investment professionals is facing its sternest test in years.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Zurich's Tourism Boom Is Reshaping the Job Market—and Talent Competition Is Heating Up

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Zurich's Tourism Boom Is Reshaping the Job Market—and Talent Competition Is Heating Up

As visitor numbers surge, hospitality and service sectors are offering competitive wages that are luring workers away from traditional finance roles, forcing employers across the city to rethink recruitment.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Why Zurich Residents Need to Understand the Tourism Boom—and Its Real Cost

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Why Zurich Residents Need to Understand the Tourism Boom—and Its Real Cost

As visitor numbers surge past pre-pandemic levels, everyday residents are discovering how the tourism economy reshapes everything from rental prices to café culture.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Zurich's Innovation Districts Are Rewriting the Rules for Local Talent and Employment

Zurich's Innovation Districts Are Rewriting the Rules for Local Talent and Employment

As tech hubs expand across the city's periphery, traditional employment patterns are fracturing—and local workers face both unprecedented opportunity and fierce global competition.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Why Zurich's Job Market Is Reading the Global Tea Leaves: A Guide to What Economic Signals Really Mean

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Why Zurich's Job Market Is Reading the Global Tea Leaves: A Guide to What Economic Signals Really Mean

As foreign investment flows shift and talent migration patterns change, Zurich's employers are learning to interpret the hidden language of economic indicators.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Zurich's Post-Crisis Tourism Boom: Who's Cashing In as Visitors Return

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Zurich's Post-Crisis Tourism Boom: Who's Cashing In as Visitors Return

Hotels and cultural institutions across the city are reporting record bookings as global uncertainty drives affluent travellers to seek stability—and Switzerland's image as a safe haven has never been more valuable.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Zurich's Office Market Sends Mixed Signals: What Rising Vacancy and Foreign Capital Tell Us

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Zurich's Office Market Sends Mixed Signals: What Rising Vacancy and Foreign Capital Tell Us

As tech companies trim their real estate footprint and international investors hunt for yields, Zurich's commercial property sector reflects broader economic crosscurrents.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Why Your Groceries Cost More: What Zurich Residents Need to Know About Global Trade Tensions

Updated 56 min ago

Why Your Groceries Cost More: What Zurich Residents Need to Know About Global Trade Tensions

As geopolitical rifts widen from Venezuela to the Middle East, the ripple effects are already hitting Swiss supermarket shelves and your wallet.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Zurich's Hidden Signal: Why Small Business Founders Are Reading the Economic Tea Leaves Differently This Summer

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Zurich's Hidden Signal: Why Small Business Founders Are Reading the Economic Tea Leaves Differently This Summer

As global uncertainty swirls, local entrepreneurs in Wiedikon and beyond are using lesser-known financial indicators to chart their next moves.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Zurich's Office Market Undergoes Seismic Shift: What Businesses Must Know Right Now

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Zurich's Office Market Undergoes Seismic Shift: What Businesses Must Know Right Now

As hybrid work reshapes demand and investment flows, commercial property leaders face a critical recalibration in 2026.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Zurich's Tourism Engine Sputters: Geopolitical Turbulence and Economic Headwinds Threaten Visitor Recovery

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Zurich's Tourism Engine Sputters: Geopolitical Turbulence and Economic Headwinds Threaten Visitor Recovery

As global instability ripples across markets and traveller confidence wavers, Switzerland's flagship city confronts a challenging summer season marked by weakening demand and rising operational costs.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

How Global Chaos Is Reshaping the Cost of Doing Business in Zurich

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How Global Chaos Is Reshaping the Cost of Doing Business in Zurich

As geopolitical tensions spike from the Middle East to Pakistan, Zurich's business elite face a perfect storm of rising operational costs and investment volatility.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

From Zurich's Altstadt to Shanghai: How One Tech Entrepreneur is Redefining Cross-Border Trade

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From Zurich's Altstadt to Shanghai: How One Tech Entrepreneur is Redefining Cross-Border Trade

Sophia Keller's fintech startup is helping Swiss SMEs navigate Asia's most volatile markets—and it's working.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Zurich's Sustainable Packaging Boom: Early Movers Cash In as Regulations Tighten

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Zurich's Sustainable Packaging Boom: Early Movers Cash In as Regulations Tighten

As Switzerland's stricter waste laws take effect, entrepreneurs in the Zurich region are already capturing market share in eco-friendly alternatives.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Zurich's Tourism Rebound Shows Softer Pattern Than Expected: What Hoteliers and Retailers Must Know

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Zurich's Tourism Rebound Shows Softer Pattern Than Expected: What Hoteliers and Retailers Must Know

As summer approaches, Swiss hospitality leaders are recalibrating expectations after discovering that post-pandemic travel recovery is fragmenting into winners and losers.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Zurich's Green Finance Boom: Who's Cashing In on Switzerland's Sustainability Shift

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Zurich's Green Finance Boom: Who's Cashing In on Switzerland's Sustainability Shift

As major banks and asset managers race to meet ESG mandates, a new class of specialist professionals is commanding premium salaries and reshaping the city's job market.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Zurich's Startup Boom Is About to Change How You Shop, Bank, and Move Around the City

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Zurich's Startup Boom Is About to Change How You Shop, Bank, and Move Around the City

As innovation districts reshape neighbourhoods from Zurich-West to Altstetten, everyday residents should know what's coming—and how it affects their wallets and daily life.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Zurich's Restaurant Renaissance: Reading the Economic Signals Behind Record Investment Flows

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Zurich's Restaurant Renaissance: Reading the Economic Signals Behind Record Investment Flows

As hospitality operators and investors navigate rising labour costs and shifting consumer behaviour, a clearer picture emerges of where money is flowing—and why.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Zurich's Office Shuffle: How Shrewd Investors Are Capitalizing on the City's Structural Shift

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Zurich's Office Shuffle: How Shrewd Investors Are Capitalizing on the City's Structural Shift

As remote work reshapes demand, savvy operators are spotting undervalued properties and converting outdated towers—while corporate giants recalibrate their real estate footprints.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

As Geopolitical Chaos Mounts, Zurich's Business Elite Faces a New Era of Investment Volatility

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As Geopolitical Chaos Mounts, Zurich's Business Elite Faces a New Era of Investment Volatility

From Venezuelan aftershocks to Iranian brinksmanship, global instability is reshaping how Swiss companies manage risk and cost structures.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Zurich's Startup Scene Shifts Gears: What Founders and Investors Must Know in 2026

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Zurich's Startup Scene Shifts Gears: What Founders and Investors Must Know in 2026

As capital becomes scarcer and regulations tighten, the innovation district is rewarding operational discipline over growth-at-all-costs.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Squeezed from All Sides: How Zurich's Small Business Owners are Fighting to Survive 2026

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Squeezed from All Sides: How Zurich's Small Business Owners are Fighting to Survive 2026

Rising rents, persistent inflation, and shifting consumer behaviour are forcing entrepreneurs across the city to make painful decisions about their futures.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Zurich Tech Pioneer Charts Bold Path Through Global Supply Chain Disruption

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Zurich Tech Pioneer Charts Bold Path Through Global Supply Chain Disruption

As geopolitical tensions reshape international commerce, a Europaallee-based logistics startup is winning clients by reimagining how Swiss companies navigate fractured trade networks.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Zurich's Job Market Faces Perfect Storm of Headwinds in 2026

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Zurich's Job Market Faces Perfect Storm of Headwinds in 2026

Rising costs, tech sector volatility, and global uncertainty are testing the resilience of Switzerland's most competitive labour market.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Zurich's Tourism Boom: What Residents and Visitors Actually Need to Know About Rising Costs and Crowding

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Zurich's Tourism Boom: What Residents and Visitors Actually Need to Know About Rising Costs and Crowding

As overnight stays surge and hotel rates climb, the city's hospitality explosion is reshaping daily life—here's what's really happening in your neighbourhood.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Green Energy Boom Opens Door for Zurich's Tech Workers—Early Movers Already Cashing In

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Green Energy Boom Opens Door for Zurich's Tech Workers—Early Movers Already Cashing In

As Swiss companies race to meet 2035 climate targets, a new class of skilled professionals is commanding premium salaries in the city's fastest-growing sector.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Zurich's Wellness Retrofit Boom: The Entrepreneurs Cashing In on City-Wide Office Conversions

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Zurich's Wellness Retrofit Boom: The Entrepreneurs Cashing In on City-Wide Office Conversions

As major corporations downsize their downtown footprints, a new wave of small business owners is seizing the opportunity to reimagine underutilised commercial spaces across the Europaplatz and Wiedikon districts.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Global Shocks, Local Impact: How Zurich's Business Elite Navigate a Fractured World

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Global Shocks, Local Impact: How Zurich's Business Elite Navigate a Fractured World

From Middle East tensions to Venezuelan migration and mining deals, international volatility is reshaping everything from office rents in Europaplatz to restaurant costs in the Altstadt.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

What Zurich Diners and Shoppers Need to Know About Summer Price Pressures

What Zurich Diners and Shoppers Need to Know About Summer Price Pressures

As labour costs and supply chain adjustments bite, local restaurant owners and retailers are signalling changes that will affect your wallet through autumn.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Why Zurich's Tourism Boom is a Barometer for Swiss Economic Health

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Why Zurich's Tourism Boom is a Barometer for Swiss Economic Health

Hotel occupancy rates and visitor spending patterns reveal how global investment flows are reshaping Europe's wealthiest city.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

From Zurich to the World: How One Bahnhofstrasse Trader Built a Bridge Between Swiss Precision and Emerging Markets

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From Zurich to the World: How One Bahnhofstrasse Trader Built a Bridge Between Swiss Precision and Emerging Markets

As global supply chains fracture, a homegrown logistics entrepreneur is rewriting the rulebook for Swiss-emerging market commerce.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Why Zurich's Startup Boom Matters to Your Daily Life—and Your Wallet

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Why Zurich's Startup Boom Matters to Your Daily Life—and Your Wallet

From your grocery bill to your healthcare, the innovations incubating in Zurich West are already reshaping what residents pay and how they live.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

From Kreis 5 to Global Stage: How One Zurich Founder Built a Climate-Tech Giant

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From Kreis 5 to Global Stage: How One Zurich Founder Built a Climate-Tech Giant

Amid intense competition for venture capital, a homegrown entrepreneur is proving that Switzerland's innovation edge lies in deep tech—not just finance.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Zurich's Hospitality Sector Navigates Perfect Storm of Global Crises

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Zurich's Hospitality Sector Navigates Perfect Storm of Global Crises

As geopolitical tensions and economic volatility ripple across continents, local restaurants and hotels are recalibrating staffing, sourcing, and pricing strategies.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Why Zurich's Office Boom Matters More to You Than You Think

Updated 39 min ago

Why Zurich's Office Boom Matters More to You Than You Think

As commercial real estate reshapes the city's neighbourhoods, residents should understand how shifting workspace trends are quietly reshaping rents, services, and daily life.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

From Zurich's West End to Shanghai: How One Swiss Tech Founder Is Reshaping Global Supply Chains

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From Zurich's West End to Shanghai: How One Swiss Tech Founder Is Reshaping Global Supply Chains

A rising entrepreneur based in Wiedikon is leveraging Swiss precision and Chinese manufacturing networks to solve logistics challenges for mid-market exporters across three continents.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Zurich's Job Market Is Shifting—Here's What It Means for Your Wallet

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Zurich's Job Market Is Shifting—Here's What It Means for Your Wallet

As tech giants trim workforces and traditional sectors adapt, residents face a tighter employment landscape with real implications for salaries, housing costs, and financial planning.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Zurich's Startup Scene Faces Headwinds as Global Instability Reshapes Supply Chains

Updated 54 min ago

Zurich's Startup Scene Faces Headwinds as Global Instability Reshapes Supply Chains

Local entrepreneurs in Switzerland's tech hub are scrambling to adapt as geopolitical tensions from Venezuela to the Middle East disrupt logistics, talent flows, and investor confidence.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Zurich's West End Transformation: The Early Movers Cashing In on the City's Next Innovation Hub

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Zurich's West End Transformation: The Early Movers Cashing In on the City's Next Innovation Hub

As the Zurich West industrial district pivots toward tech and creative industries, landlords, developers, and established startups are already capturing disproportionate gains.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Zurich's Job Market Shifts: What Businesses Need to Know Right Now

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Zurich's Job Market Shifts: What Businesses Need to Know Right Now

As tech talent becomes scarcer and salary expectations climb, Zurich's employers face a tightening labour market that demands strategic adaptation.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Zurich's Trade Lifeline Tightens as Global Instability Reshapes Business on Bahnhofstrasse

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Zurich's Trade Lifeline Tightens as Global Instability Reshapes Business on Bahnhofstrasse

From mining deals to Middle East tensions, Zurich's export-dependent firms face mounting pressure as geopolitical shocks ripple through the financial hub.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Zurich's Office Exodus Creates Windfall for Adaptive Reuse Specialists

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Zurich's Office Exodus Creates Windfall for Adaptive Reuse Specialists

As tech companies and financial services firms embrace hybrid work, savvy developers are snapping up underutilised commercial space in prime locations—and converting it into mixed-use assets worth millions.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

From Food Truck to Flagship: How One Zurich Entrepreneur Is Reshaping the City's Casual Dining Scene

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From Food Truck to Flagship: How One Zurich Entrepreneur Is Reshaping the City's Casual Dining Scene

A former chef's bold expansion strategy is proving that quality street food and sustainable sourcing can thrive in Switzerland's competitive hospitality market.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Geopolitical Turbulence Tests Zurich's Supply Chain: How Global Crises Hit Local Entrepreneurs

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Geopolitical Turbulence Tests Zurich's Supply Chain: How Global Crises Hit Local Entrepreneurs

As instability spreads across Venezuela, the Middle East and Central Asia, small business owners in Zurich's industrial districts face mounting pressure on sourcing, staffing and customer confidence.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026

Fintech Pioneer on Europaplatz Charts New Course Through Zurich's Cost-of-Living Crisis

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Fintech Pioneer on Europaplatz Charts New Course Through Zurich's Cost-of-Living Crisis

As housing and everyday expenses strain middle-class residents, one local entrepreneur is reshaping how ordinary Zurichers manage their wealth.

By Zurich Business Desk · 30 June 2026