September 26, 2025|
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|2 months agoRecord Heritage Inheritance Expected in Switzerland for 2025
Study reveals unprecedented CHF100 billion in inheritance transfers, with median wealth of married couples at CHF1.4 million
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Generated IllustrationKey Takeaways
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- Switzerland is projected to see a record CHF 100 billion in inheritance transfers in 2025.
- The median wealth for married couples in Switzerland stands at approximately CHF 1.4 million.
- Only 1% of Swiss testators currently make provisions for their digital legacy.
- Advance inheritance payments are most commonly distributed after the testator reaches age 70.
- Real estate constitutes the largest portion of assets for 84% of surveyed households.
By The Numbers
CHF 100 billion
Total estimated inheritance volume for 2025
CHF 1.4 million
Median wealth of married couples
89%
Percentage of people appointing an executor
91%
Percentage of cohabiting couples using wills
They Said
"According to estimates, around CHF100 billion will be bequeathed or given away in Switzerland this year - a new record."
"A quarter of married couples leave behind less than CHF829,000, while another quarter can pass on more than CHF2.4 million."
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The CHF 100 Billion Wave Hits
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Real Estate Fuels the Divide
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The Age 70 Pivot Point
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