The KOF Economic Barometer rises slightly in July. After three consecutive declines, it is now going up again for the first time, but at 92.2 points, it still shows a below-​average development. The economic environment remains difficult for the Swiss economy. The KOF Economic Barometer increases by 1.5 index points in July to now 92.2 points (revised from 90.7 in June). All indicator bundles except those for consumption continue to point to a rather below-​average development, but they moved in different directions in July. The outlook for services, financial and insurance services as well as for foreign demand and ... (full story)