Die Schweiz ist teuer – auch wegen staatlich verordneten Preisen. Doch der Bundesrat sieht darin kein Problem
Kein anderer Staat in Europa nimmt derart viel Einfluss auf die Preise wie die Schweiz. Wie das die Kaufkraft der Konsumenten genau beeinflusst, ist jedoch unklar.
The Swiss Federal Council acknowledges the high cost of living in Switzerland, partly due to government-imposed prices. However, it does not consider this a problem. The country is considered a high-price island, with a significant portion of prices set by the state. This includes areas such as postal services, electricity, and doctor visits.
Compared to other European countries, the influence of the Swiss state on prices is greater, with administrative prices accounting for about 20% of consumer spending in Switzerland, versus 8% in the EU. The main reason for this disparity is healthcare costs, which are often paid directly by consumers in Switzerland, while in the EU, they are mainly funded through taxes.
The exact impact of government pricing on consumer purchasing power is unclear. While the Federal Council acknowledges potential inefficiencies and less competition in certain areas, it currently lacks the motivation to create an inventory of all directly and indirectly administered prices for regular updates.
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