Wirtschaftswunder Schweiz

Why did Switzerland become wealthy? And can it remain so? These questions are central to the country's self-understanding. "Economic Miracle Switzerland" answers them in a competent and easily understandable manner. The book describes the origins, structure, and characteristics of important and internationally influential sectors of the Swiss economy. At its core is the question of how a resource-poor country could become such a significant global player in so many areas of the economy. It highlights the enormous importance of entrepreneurial thinking and openness to new impulses for Switzerland's economic success. It also provides a critical and historically reflective answer to the question of whether the country can maintain its leading position in light of globalization, the rise of new economic powers, and the global financial crisis.