OECD Economic Surveys: Switzerland 2013

OECD's 2013 survey of the Swiss economy examines recent economic developments, policies and prospects. Its special chapters cover long-term growth and women's role in the economy.

Contents:
+ Basic Statistics of Switzerland, 2012

+ Executive summary 9

+ Assessment and recommendations 13
- The economy is doing well, thanks to solid domestic demand and accommodative monetary policy 13
- Switzerland is pursuing reforms of its financial sector 18
- The housing market may be overheating 20
- Bolstering long-term growth, productivity and well-being 23
- Expanding women’s role in the economy 33
- Bibliography 38
- Annex. Progress in structural reform 40

+ Chapter 1. Policies for sustainable long-term growth 45
- Switzerland faces challenges in maintaining high levels of GDP per capita 46
- Labour market challenges 57
- Enhancing education outcomes to promote long-term inclusive growth 65
- Competition and trade are instrumental in promoting innovation 72
- Innovation helps to promote long-term growth 74
- Entrepreneurs and start-ups can drive dynamic innovation 80
- Bibliography 84

+ Chapter 2. Women’s role in the economy 89
- An overview of women’s role in the Swiss economy 91
- Education: Overall equality in attainment, but gender differences in subject studied 94
- Reconciling work and family life 103
- Reducing the wage gap 115
- Women as entrepreneurs and managers 121
- Bibliography 127

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