Swiss construction sector posts strong growth, with more expected in 2026

Switzerland’s construction sector recorded strong growth last year and is set to expand again in 2026. + Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox The Swiss Association of Master Builders says residential building remains the key driver of the industry, even though it continues to fall short of demand because of structural barriers. Construction activity in both building construction and civil engineering increased by 2.1% in 2025, reaching just under CHF23.9 billion ($30.8 billion), the Swiss Association of Master Builders reported on Wednesday, citing its construction index. The final quarter of the year saw particularly strong momentum, with activity up 6.3% compared with the same period in 2024. + Zurich: Welcome to the world capital of housing shortages! Residential construction remained the sector’s main pillar, posting growth of 4.8% in 2025. New orders in this area rose even more sharply, increasing by 11%. Across the wider construction industry, orders ...