According to Swissinfo (published on 18 March 2026), the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO) adjusted its 2026 growth forecast downward.
The update links weaker expectations to geopolitical uncertainty connected to the Middle East conflict and its potential effects on trade, confidence, and energy markets.
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