Federal debt
Switzerland's level of debt is low by international standards. But how high is the federal debt and what is its composition?
Press releases on the topic
Fiscal sustainability: How ageing and climate protection affect public finances
How will the finances of the Confederation, cantons, communes and social insurance funds develop in the long term? The "2024 fiscal sustainability report for Switzerland" shows that public finances will come under increasing pressure until 2060. It focuses on the effects of demographic change. For the first time, the report also estimates the long-term financial impact of climate protection measures aimed at achieving the net-zero target.
Publication of state financial statements for 2023
As of 28 March 2024, the state financial statements for 2023 are available in electronic format on the website of the Federal Finance Administration (FFA). The figures are also available in the federal budget data portal. The hard copy will be released on 15 April 2024. The Federal Treasury activity report is published to complement the state financial statements.
Publication of «Public finances 2023»
The statistical data on public finances for 2023 has been published. The brochure issued by the Federal Finance Administration (FFA) provides at a glance information on the budgets of the Confederation, cantons, communes and social insurance, as well as an international comparison.
Federal Finance Administration FFA
Switzerland - 3003 Bern