Thursday 16 October 2025

Economic Survey 2025-2026

The Geneva Financial Center carried out this Economic Survey according to the methodology used in previous years. The survey is sent to directors of banksm asset managers and other financial intermediaries in Geneva every year in June. The results presented in the following pages reflect their analyses and perceptions.

The survey provides long-term data and is therefore a useful tool to measure changes in opinion among financial intermediaries regarding business performance and the outlook for the Geneva financial center.

The 2025-2026 Economic Survey reflects solid performance for banks, asset managers and other financial intermediaries. However, the continued decline in interest rates and rising regulatory complexity are putting pressure on earnings and margins.

Despite an unsettled environment, wealth management is benefiting from positive momentum, with assets under management on the rise. The Geneva financial centre remains as attractive as ever, especially for Middle Eastern and European customers. Employment in the sector remains stable and the outlook for 2026 is positive.