Switzerland's world-renowned infrastructure is the basis of our robust economic prosperity. But how do we future-proof it? In an age of urbanization, digitalization and decarbonization, we need to think not just about good networks, but have “networked” thinking to ensure we continue to develop our economy.
Real Bracket Creep: For the Elimination of an Unknown Quantity in Taxation.
by Lukas Rühli
Real bracket creep or sly progressive taxation is a continuous increase in taxes for everyone that happens in such small increments that hardly anyone notices. The upcoming publication in August will calculate the additional burden it entails.
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Why Are Banks Regulated in the First Place? Banks create liquidity, but this also makes them fragile. Over the years, a comprehensive regulatory framework has been developed to stabilize them. However, the digital revolution and increased complexity in the banking system have raised new challenges for these regulations.
Closing Supply Gaps in the Electricity Market Today’s electricity system offers little incentive to conserve. A combination of price incentives, individual supply levels, and automated load control could help.