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Swiss KOF Economic Barometer: Positive outlook at the end of this year
In December, the KOF Economic Barometer increases by 1.7 points to a level of 103.4 (after 101.7 in the previous month). The positive developments are reflected in the production side indicator bundles included in the Barometer. A particularly favourable outlook is shown by the indicators for manufacturing. Among the demand side indicators however, both the indicator bundles for private consumption as well as for foreign demand are under pressure. The majority of the sub-indicators within the producing industry (manufacturing and construction) exhibit positive developments. The sub-indicators for employment ... (full story)
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