Jan-Egbert Sturm

Jan-Egbert Sturm, Director at KOF Swiss Economic Institute and a leading macroeconomist, delves into Switzerland's economic resilience amid global trade shifts. He explains why US tariffs specifically impacted Swiss high-quality exports and discusses how firms are diversifying to adapt. The conversation also explores the complexities of the global debt landscape, highlighting why some nations sustain high debt while others falter. Lastly, Jan-Egbert addresses the challenges posed by an aging population and the implications of a potentially overvalued Swiss franc.