Switzerland September 2025 KOF Economic Leading Indicator: Slight Decline

The KOF Swiss Economic Institute released the September 2025 KOF Economic Leading Indicator on July 30, 2025. The actual reading was 97.3, matching the forecast of 97.3, compared to the previous value of 97.4.Data Definition: Leading indicators are metrics that provide forward-looking predictions about economic trends. Changes in these indicators, in turn, influence the overall economic outlook. Common leading indicators include unemployment insurance claims, money supply, average weekly working hours, new housing starts, and stock index performance. The composite leading indicator is calculated as a weighted average of ten key economic data points used to forecast near-term economic direction. The index typically declines ahead of economic contractions, which is negative for the Swiss franc (CHF), and rises before the onset of economic expansions, which is positive for the CHF.Market Impact: An actual reading above expectations is considered positive for the CHF.This data has an importance rating of 3. The calculation methodology is based on twelve economic data points and measures overall levels. The indicator is released monthly; the next release is scheduled for October 30, 2025.

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