Survey: Swiss CEOs optimistic about 2026 after US trade deal

US tariff policy and fears of a trade war led many Swiss companies to hold back on investments last year. Nevertheless, most company bosses are optimistic about the new year. + Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox According to the latest edition of the CEO survey conducted by the consulting firm EY, around eight out of ten Swiss CEOs (82%) have changed their strategic investment plans due to the changed geopolitical environment. A total of 50 Swiss CEOs were surveyed, compared with 1,200 worldwide.