October 2, 2025|
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|2 months agoHalf of Swiss Population Unable to Save Money Despite Strong Intent
New study reveals 53% of Swiss residents couldn't save in past six months despite 79% considering it important, with high fixed costs cited as main obstacle
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- 53% of Swiss residents were unable to save money in the past six months.
- 79% of the Swiss population considers saving to be important.
- High fixed costs are the most frequently cited obstacle to saving.
- Only 44% of Swiss residents are confident about their long-term financial situation.
- 60% of respondents rate their financial knowledge as mediocre or worse.
By The Numbers
47%
Percentage of Swiss able to save in the last 6 months
CHF 1,000
Monthly savings cap for nearly half of savers
2,032
Survey respondents
11%
Percentage actively working towards early retirement
They Said
"High fixed costs were cited particularly frequently as an obstacle."
"Respondents are most unsettled by uncertainties in the pension system and inadequate pensions or pension gaps."