Platinum Market Watch by Niki Thomet Q4 - Flipbook - Page 9
Meanwhile, alpine second homes remain highly sought after. Since 2020, cumulative price increases across Swiss mountain
regions have significantly outperformed several neighboring alpine countries. Prime destinations in Graubünden, Bernese
Oberland, Valais, and Central Switzerland continue to command premium pricing per square meter - supported by scarcity,
regulatory limits on new second homes, and enduring international demand.
While year-over-year growth rates may moderate, long-term drivers remain intact: demographic trends, climate considerations,
lifestyle migration, and regulatory constraints.
Market Outlook: Selectivity De昀椀nes Success
The Swiss residential market in 2026 is neither overheated nor distressed. It is selective.
• Prime locations remain defensive.
• Quality commands a premium.
• Energy efficiency and modernization influence liquidity.
• Regulatory and tax developments will increasingly shape valuation differentials.
For buyers and sellers alike, this is a market that rewards expertise, micro-market intelligence, and strategic positioning.At Engel
& Völkers, we see continued confidence among both domestic and international clients. Switzerland’s political stability, fiscal
discipline, and high quality of life continue to anchor real estate demand - even in a more moderate economic cycle. In an
environment defined by stability rather than acceleration, disciplined advisory and long-term perspective are more valuable than
ever. Real estate is not merely a transaction - it is a strategic allocation decision.
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