Mischa Stünzi

As an economist, I’m interested in how the Swiss economy ticks, from the founding of innovative startups to the interest rate decisions of the National Bank. Before coming to swissinfo.ch, I worked as an economics journalist for the Der Bund and Finanz und Wirtschaft newspapers.

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Share your opinions at the workplace – for the sake of democracy

This content was published on Mar 30, 2021 Employees who are allowed to have a say at work are more likely to participate in the democratic process outside the office.

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Covid-19 sparks hope for greater workplace democracy

This content was published on Feb 26, 2021 Is a health crisis the right moment to demand that workers have more say in management decisions?

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Income in Switzerland: how much is saved, how much is spent?

This content was published on Nov 24, 2020 Around one-third of gross income goes towards paying taxes, social security contributions, and obligatory health insurance.

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Pension funds curb arms investments, but oppose an outright ban

This content was published on Nov 12, 2020 How sustainably do Swiss pension funds invest our retirement savings?

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Rules and cost of home office work still being debated

This content was published on Oct 23, 2020 Once again the official recommendation in Switzerland is to work from home. What are the legal implications for employees?

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Banks making slow progress on diversity issues

This content was published on Oct 13, 2020 An article implied that Tidjane Thiam had to leave Credit Suisse because of his skin colour. Where do banks stand on diversity?

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'You know the first sign that you’re going to have to leave your neighbourhood? It’s when vintage clothing shops show up. Nothing is worse for a neighbourhood than poor people with style.'

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Culture

Wealth is not all: how gentrification in Zurich has led to housing shortage

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People walk in front of the main building of the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH) and the sculpture "The Convalescent" by Otto Charles Baenninger, in Zurich, on November 30, 2024.

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Foreign Affairs

How a top Swiss university is screening Chinese students

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Swiss Abroad

Switzerland, the promised land of coats of arms

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Swiss Abroad

How Swiss festive bad boy Schmutzli cleaned up his act

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Science

Swiss youth in vocational training seek jobs less prone to automation

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What psychological challenges have you had to overcome after leaving Switzerland?

Despite the joys of new adventures and experiences, emigrating can be huge challenge – especially psychologically. Share your experiences.

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Nov 28, 2024

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How should Switzerland relieve congestion on its motorways?

On November 24, Swiss voters will decide on a government proposal to expand the motorway network. What do you think about this?

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Oct 28, 2024

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How can we avoid AI being monopolised by powerful countries and companies?

AI has the potential to solve many of the world's problems. But the wealthiest countries and tech firms may seek to hoard these benefits.

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Nov 7, 2024

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