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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Konrad Häuptli graduated from the University of Berne, qualified as an attorney-at-law and was admitted to the Bar of the Canton of Berne. He joined HSBC in 2002 after working with Swiss Re for over 20 years. He then went on to work for KENDRIS in 2016 after retiring as former CEO of HSBC’s Trust Companies in Switzerland. Konrad Häuptli is a member of the Advisory Board of the Swiss Association of Trust Companies (SATC) and is also a member of mixed expert groups representing SATC. He has been managing family assets and has been involved in entrepreneurial activities, board assignments as well as private equity investments.
Tax Statistics 2025

k-flash audio commentTax Statistics 2025

The case

Tax Statistics at a Glance, published by the Swiss Federal Tax Administration (FTA), is a brochure providing a concise overview of the key tax indicators in Switzerland.

Source: FTA

The commentary

The brochure shows the development of federal tax revenues, including direct federal tax, value added tax (VAT), withholding tax as well as stamp duties and also includes statistical analyses of income, wealth and tax burdens for both individuals and legal entities. By offering transparent and reliable tax-related data, the publication provides valuable insights into Switzerland’s fiscal landscape and tax structure. The information is presented in a factual and objective manner but does not include any evaluations, interpretations or policy recommendations.

This publication has been prepared solely for information purposes and is does not constitute a recommendation, a solicitation, or an offer. The information on which this publication is based has been obtained from sources that we believe to be reliable and in good faith, but we have not independently verified such information and no representation or warranty, express or implied, is made as to its accuracy. All expressions of opinion are made as of the date of publication and may be subject to change without notice. k-flash and all related affiliates accepts no liability or responsibility whatsoever for any consequential loss of any kind arising out of the use of this publication or any part of its contents. The use of this publication should not be regarded as a substitute for the exercise by the recipient of his or her own judgment. This publication is not directed to any person in any jurisdictions that prohibit such publication.
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