BUYING A HOUSE IN SWITZERLAND: UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY WITH LOW INTEREST RATES
24/06/2024
On June 20, 2024, the Swiss National Bank (SNB) surprised many by lowering the base interest rate from 1.50% to 1.25%.
Although not everyone expected this second rate cut of the year, the market had largely anticipated this possibility, resulting in minimal reaction in interest rates.
The SNB's rate reduction aims to maintain appropriate monetary conditions in a context of decreasing inflationary pressure compared to the previous quarter.
Inflation in Switzerland, although slightly increased to 1.4% in May, is still primarily influenced by rising prices in domestic services, rents, tourism, and oil products. The conditional inflation forecast for 2024 is 1.3%, with a slight decline expected in the following years.
Looking at global markets, economic growth was solid in the first quarter of 2024, with inflation showing a sideways trend, remaining above central banks' targets in many countries.
In this context, some central banks have started to ease their monetary policies after a two-year period of tightening. However, monetary policy remains restrictive in many countries.
Regarding the Swiss real estate market, the SNB's decision to lower the interest rate now makes buying a house in Switzerland truly very attractive.
With potentially lower mortgage rates, loans become more accessible, stimulating the real estate market. Moreover, Switzerland is renowned for its economic and political stability, factors that make real estate investment particularly secure and appealing.
In summary, while the SNB continues to closely monitor inflation and economic growth, the Swiss real estate market could see a slight boost thanks to the interest rate cut.
The economic and political stability of the country are additional reasons why buying a house in Switzerland is a solid and advantageous investment.
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