Financial Market: Share Prices for Switzerland
SPASTT01CHQ661N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
134.25
Year-over-Year Change
0.79%
Date Range
1/1/1955 - 4/1/2025
Summary
The 'Financial Market: Share Prices for Switzerland' trend measures the general price level of stocks traded on the Swiss stock market. This index provides insight into the overall performance and sentiment of the Swiss equities market.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
The Swiss Performance Index (SPASTT01CHQ661N) tracks the daily movements of the most liquid and largest Swiss stocks. As a broad market index, it serves as a benchmark for the Swiss equity market and is used by investors, analysts, and policymakers to gauge the health and outlook of the Swiss financial system.
Methodology
The index is calculated based on the free-float-adjusted market capitalization of the constituent companies.
Historical Context
Monitoring changes in the Swiss equities market can provide valuable context for economic and policy decision-making.
Key Facts
- The Swiss Performance Index is a free-float market capitalization-weighted index.
- Switzerland's stock market is one of the largest in Europe by market capitalization.
- The index includes the top 20-30 publicly traded companies in Switzerland.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The 'Financial Market: Share Prices for Switzerland' trend measures the overall performance of the Swiss stock market by tracking the daily movements of the largest and most liquid Swiss equities.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The Swiss Performance Index serves as a key benchmark for the Swiss equities market, providing insight into investor sentiment and the health of the Swiss financial system, which is relevant for investors, economists, and policymakers.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The index is calculated based on the free-float-adjusted market capitalization of the constituent companies.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Monitoring changes in the Swiss equities market can provide valuable context for economic and policy decision-making, as it reflects investor confidence and the overall performance of the Swiss financial system.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The Swiss Performance Index is updated in real-time, providing timely data on the Swiss stock market's performance.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Financial Market: Share Prices for Switzerland (SPASTT01CHQ661N), retrieved from FRED.