In the 2025 financial year, Stadtwerk Winterthur generated CHF 36 million, around CHF 10 million more than in the previous year. This is attributed to low temperatures and favourable energy procurement. Meanwhile, the expansion of renewable energy is

The canton of Lucerne is buying a property from its own outsourced organization and paying almost five million francs more than necessary. A bidding process drove up the price, although in the end only one buyer was seriously considered anyway. The resulting debate could permanently change the

Ahead of the referendum on June 14, 2026, the focus of the Swiss residential real estate market is shifting to housing policy proposals and the national 10 million initiative. At the same time, slightly higher long-term interest rates are making valuations more sensitive, while the structural

Across Switzerland, investment in new construction fell by 2.7 percent in 2024. In Ticino, this decline comes against the backdrop of an already tense situation. The vacancy rate fell from 2.08% to 1.92% in the space of a year, marking the first significant downward trend in years. What sounds like

Today, fewer apartments are being built per capita than at any time since the 1950s.this historically low level of construction activity is having an impact on housing prices and rents.in addition, tight regulations make it difficult to create sufficient living

The ImmoScout24 Purchase Index has analysed price trends for detached houses and flats listed for sale in April 2026. Compared with the previous month, prices for detached houses have fallen slightly, whilst prices for flats have remained

The North American representative of insurer Zurich has unveiled a new video telematics initiative as part of National Construction Safety Week. The aim is to promote safe driving behaviour on construction projects and thus reduce risks for construction stakeholders. The initiative is part of a

The Burkhalter Group has announced the acquisition of Progressio Holding GmbH from Tamins and its subsidiary anplaq ag. The aim of the acquisition is to further develop anplaq, which specialises in energy and water infrastructure, within a larger

Three-quarters of St. Gallen’s population would support a wind farm within the city limits. This is shown by a study conducted by the University of St. Gallen. However, opponents reject the idea far more emotionally than supporters endorse it. The fact that the wind turbines are sourced from

The Swiss Prime Site Solutions Investment Fund Commercial (SPSS IFC) has successfully completed its first capital increase since its initial public offering in December 2025. The fund raised approximately 74 million Swiss francs. The funds are to be specifically allocated to the further expansion

Industrielle Werke Basel (IWB) posted a profit of 149 million Swiss francs in the 2025 financial year, exactly the same as the previous year. Revenue, however, fell, whilst capital expenditure

A study by Raiffeisen Switzerland has examined the process of transferring home ownership in Switzerland. Transfers within the family remain highly valued, but are not without their conflicts. Seeking advice at an early stage can make the decision-making process

ewl energie wasser luzern posted a profit of 38 million Swiss francs in 2025. Although lower energy prices and reduced sales of natural gas caused total revenue to fall by 3.8 per cent to 374 million Swiss francs, turnover in the heating division rose significantly by 14 per

The Rivora Collective Foundation received the awards for Best Residential Properties 2026 and Best Pension Fund 2026. The awards are presented by IAZI in Zurich. Rivora is a long-standing partner of Auwiesen Immobilien

The electricity producer aventron produced around 15 per cent less renewable electricity in the 2025 financial year than in the previous year. Nevertheless, the company reported solid financial figures with net revenue of CHF 120.5 million and a net profit for the year of CHF 10.3

Zurich-based Hanser Consulting AG has confirmed that the Graubünden-based energy supplier Repower generates more added value for the canton than energy companies outside the canton. The study commissioned by Repower is intended to serve as a basis for discussion for the future hydropower

For years, Zug was synonymous with low corporate taxes. Now the ranking is changing. Lucerne has lowered its rate again and moved to the top. This is more than just a fiscal side note. It is a signal in the increasingly fierce competition for companies, investments and

Zurich is not resting on its laurels. The Government Council wants to further develop the innovation centre in a targeted manner and bring new technologies to market more quickly. This is not based on short-term funding fireworks, but on a longer-term strategy with a clear focus. It is about

The debate sounds simple. Less immigration, less pressure. But space works differently. Where living space is scarce, workers are in demand and mobility has long been organised across borders, a hard limit often only shifts the pressure further. This is precisely what makes the 10 million vote so

Sixth place among 241 European regions in the innovation ranking, 60 million francs in funding by 2027 and a blockchain ecosystem that attracts international corporations. Ticino is building a new self-image as a business location. The real estate industry is observing this change with growing

The Alpnach-based investment company Dundee AG has taken over Bohrfix Erdsonden AG with immediate effect. Hans Rosenberger is the new Chairman of the Board of Directors of Bohrfix Erdsonden AG, while Sascha Jordi takes over the operational management of the

BKW is strengthening its position on the French energy market with the acquisition of Volterres SAS. The transaction serves to strengthen its position on the French energy market, which is a central component of the Solutions 2030 sustainability

Sika is expanding its activities in Central Asia with the founding of a new subsidiary in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. The company, which specialises in construction chemicals, intends to improve its market access and customer proximity in the

Ypsomed has opened a new toolmaking facility in Solothurn. With the investment of 25 million Swiss francs, the medical technology company is expanding its capacity to design and manufacture tools for the plastic injection moulding required for pens and

Swisschange Financial Services AG took first place in the Baloise Broker Award 2026. The independent financial boutique from Basel impressed with a high success rate in mortgage

The new Helvetia Housing Report has analysed the moving patterns of 55- to 74-year-olds. When moving house, this generation tends to prefer out-of-town locations or moving abroad. This frees up central properties, which are then used more space-efficiently by younger

The delegates have decided to rename the former Elektra Birseck (EBM) cooperative as Primeo Energie Cooperative. This marks the final completion of the transition from EBM to Primeo Energie. They also doubled the contribution to the energy fund to 4 million Swiss

The supply of condominiums reached a new high in 2025 with around 101,000 advertised properties. Despite this record supply, demand remains high according to an analysis by ImmoScout24 and partners, and the average advertising period is

Industrielle Werke Basel (IWB) and the municipal utilities of the German town of Weil am Rhein are looking into a joint heating network. The technically feasible project could supply heat from Basel to Weil from

The energy producer aventron AG is investing in the Sur Grati wind farm in the canton of Vaud. The project is being carried out in collaboration with regional partners and is scheduled to come online at the end of 2027. This investment marks the completion of the financing and shareholder