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Your company, your path: inspiration, knowledge & success stories for founders in Switzerland. Here you will find tips, tools and insider knowledge to found your company carefree or take it to the next level!

Commercial Register Deadlines 2026: Last Dates for an Entry by Year-End, by Canton

Want to found or change your company in 2026? Here are the deadlines of every canton for a guaranteed commercial register entry by the end of 2026.

New Company Formations in Switzerland (October 2026): Decline Despite Growth in Zurich

In October 2026, 4,635 companies were founded, 3.5% fewer than a year earlier. Zurich and Ticino recorded growth, while the other four major regions declined.

Maternity allowance for the self-employed in Switzerland: What you need to know

In Switzerland, self-employed individuals receive 80% of their AHV-liable income for 14 weeks, up to a maximum of CHF 220 per day. Anyone who returns to work earlier forfeits their entitlement.

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Laser cutting: How to create promotional materials in custom shapes

How are custom-shaped promotional materials made? The benefits of laser cutting and a look behind the scenes at FLYERALARM Production.

Quarterly Report: New Company Formations in Switzerland (Q3 2026)

With 13,178 new companies, Q3 2026 was 0.9% above the previous year. A positive August and a strong September offset the decline in July.

New Company Formations in Switzerland (September 2026): Growth in All Regions

In September 2026, 4,453 companies were founded, 5.7% more than a year earlier. All six major regions exceeded their September 2025 figures.

Beneficial Owners: How to Identify and Report Them Correctly

Who counts as a beneficial owner – and how do you report them correctly to the new Swiss transparency register? A practical guide.

TJPG 2026: Deadlines, Obligations and Fines of up to CHF 500,000

All key deadlines and obligations of the new Swiss transparency act (TJPG) at a glance – and the penalties for violations.

Swiss Transparency Register: Is Your Company Required to Report?

The new Swiss transparency register is coming: who must report, which deadlines apply and how to check your obligation online in minutes.