Debt brake
The debt brake has been a successful model since it was introduced in 2003: it ensures that Switzerland's debt does not increase – it is also resilient to crises and even makes it possible to reduce debt.
The debt brake
The brochure provides at a glance the functioning, history, effects, fiscal policy challenges and success story of the debt brake.
Press releases on the topic
First extrapolation for 2025: financing deficit of CHF 200 million
The Federal Council was informed about the current extrapolation on August 13, 2025. According to this first extrapolation, the Confederation is anticipating a financing deficit of CHF 200 million for this year. A deficit of CHF 800 million had been budgeted. The improvement can be explained primarily by much higher tax receipts.
Federal Finance Administration FFA
Bundesgasse 3
Switzerland - 3003 Bern
Switzerland - 3003 Bern