Swiss labour market – lowest unemployment rate for over 20 years
The Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs SECO published the most recent figures for the Swiss labor market in 2022 on 9 January 2023. The previous year’s excellent labor-market development continued. The labor market’s development in 2022 was influenced by a shrinking labor force supply. Long-term lows in unemployment rates were the result: For the […]
Swiss Safe Harbour interest rates 2021 published – important for intra-group loans
If loans from Swiss companies to their shareholders or other related parties do not bear sufficient interest, this constitutes a monetary benefit to the extent of the underpayment of interest. Such monetary benefit may trigger tax consequences in particular for corporate income and withholding tax purposes (WHT). The Swiss Federal Tax Administration (FTA) publishes the […]
Correct Employment Agreements in Switzerland – 3 Important points that you should know
Employment Agreements Switzerland: If you’re thinking about doing business in Switzerland or need an employment agreement for your existing company, it is important to have a basic understanding of Swiss employment law. These are the most important of the laws that govern employment relationships in Switzerland: the Swiss Code of Obligations; Federal Act on Worker’s […]
3 Important Reasons why to use Registered Shares for your Swiss Company
On 1 November 2019, Switzerland amended the Swiss Criminal Code and the Swiss Code of Obligations to abolish the use of bearer shares (with two exceptions: 1. the company is listed on a stock exchange or 2. if the shares are issued as intermediated securities held by a Swiss custodian). The alternative are registered shares […]
Swiss company formation – the definite guide in 4 steps
Swiss company formation. Whether you want to set up a Swiss company from scratch or you consider to create a subsidiary in Switzerland: You ask yourself where to get started with the setting up a Swiss company. It starts already here: What kind of company should I create in Switzerland? This Swiss company formation guide will […]
What you need to know on Swiss corporate tax
How are Swiss corporate taxes determined? In general, Swiss corporate tax is based on net profits. With exception to income from foreign immovable property, business enterprises, and permanent establishments, worldwide income of a Swiss entity is taxed. Any expenses are deductible if it can be proven that they are needed for the business operations. The […]
3 Easy steps to update Swiss commercial register entries
This article explains how to update company information in the Swiss commercial register. For instance, when a company replaces one of its directors, changes its corporate seat or increases its share capital, this information should be updated with the Swiss commercial register. How is the Swiss commercial register organized? In fact, each canton maintains their […]