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Labor costs 2016 Labour costs varied in 2016 by economic sector and enterprise size

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Labour costs in Switzerland: marked differences by economic activity and enterprise size

Neuchâtel, 24 August 2018 (FSO) - In 2016 average labour costs in Switzerland rose to CHF 60.05 per hour worked across the secondary and tertiary sectors. Costs differed not only by economic sector but also often depending on the size of enterprises, according to the Federal Statistical Office (FSO).

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