The KOF Economic Barometer rises in April after two consecutive months of decline. With this increase, the barometer settles in the slightly above-​average range. The Swiss economic development is robust, but there is currently no strong boost in sight. The KOF Economic Barometer climbs by 1.4 points in April to a level of 101.8 points (from a revised 100.4 in March). The outlook is improving for the majority of the aspects covered by the barometer. In particular, the indicator bundles for financial and insurance services, manufacturing and private consumption are rising. The outlook for the construction and ... (full story)