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Withholding tax, tax returns, refunds and allowances: what changes for cross-border workers in Switzerland.

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• China: surge in domestic travel and tourism spending

  In the first quarter of 2026, China recorded 1.9 billion domestic trips and };71 billion in tourism expenditure

• Varese approves 2026 budget with record surplus: 17 million

  The Province of Varese approves a thriving budget with a free administrative surplus of over 17 million euros.

• Trump scraps tariffs on Scotch whisky: 'I'm doing it for Charles and Camilla'

  Donald Trump announces the abolition of tariffs on Scotch whisky in honor of the King and Queen of the United Kingdom.

• Saronno-Rovello Porro cycle path: when will it be ready?

  Three years after the ghost bike was installed, Fiab Saronno Ciclocittà urges the municipalities to build the protected cycle path between Saronno and Rovello Porro.

• Varese: CSR and Social Innovation Fair at Ville Ponti Congress Centre

  On May 6, 2026, Varese will host the CSR Fair, an event dedicated to sustainability and social innovation with businesses, institutions, and the Third Sector.

• Varese Province Budget: 1.5M for Investments

  The 2025 budget for Varese Province closes with a surplus of 1.5 million, earmarked for investments in road infrastructure and cultural heritage.

• Experimental truck route around Travedona from May 5th

  From May 5th, 2026, new truck routes in 6 Varese municipalities, with a one-way loop to improve safety and traffic flow

• War in Iran: pressure on Swiss food industry

  From fertilizers to glass, the conflict in the Persian Gulf hits key sectors. Here are the effects in Switzerland and future prospects.

• Electric minibus for Il Granello di Cislago: more sustainable trips

  An electric minibus provided for free for a few months by a Gallarate dealership supports the daily activities and movements of the young people at the Il Granello di Cislago cooperative.

• Retirees penalized: up to €2,400 more in IRPEF

  A simulation by Caf Cgil highlights a tax gap between employees and retirees earning under €50,000 annually

• KOF Barometer: modest recovery for Swiss economy

  The KOF barometer signals a slight improvement in April, but prospects remain modest below the multi-year average.

• Retail trade in Ticino: +2.7% in Q1 2026

  Retail trade in Ticino reports a 2.7% increase in revenue in the first quarter of 2026, with the food segment growing by 3.2%.

• Swiss economy recovering, but modest outlook

  The KOF barometer stands at 97.9 points in April, with mixed signals from various economic sectors.

• Gallarate: Cassani's 2026 budget approved, debt dispute

  The tenth budget of the Cassani era in Gallarate was approved, with 92 million in revenue and a 16 million cash surplus.

• Beko Cassinetta: overcoming the crisis, results matter now

  One year after the agreement that saved the Beko plant in Cassinetta, the first results and future challenges emerge

• Computer issues at Varese's criminal record office, only paper requests

  The website to book the pickup of the criminal record is down. Only paper requests with ID are accepted.

• Aquanexa visits Alfa's IX Fontane aqueduct in Laveno Mombello

  An Aquanexa delegation visited the IX Fontane aqueduct in Laveno Mombello, managed by Alfa, for the Aquamind project.

• Lombardy funds Insubria research

  4.4 million euros for new research infrastructure at Insubria University, with strategic projects in Varese, Como, and Busto Arsizio.

• UBS: record profit thanks to Credit Suisse integration

  UBS closes the first quarter of 2026 with a net profit of $3.04 billion, thanks to the integration of Credit Suisse

• Mendrisio ends 2025 with 800k CHF surplus

  For the fourth consecutive year, Mendrisio presents a positive balance with a surplus of 800,000 francs, despite a negative budget forecast.

• UBS profit tops $3 billion in 2026

  The Swiss bank records a net profit of $3.04 billion in the first quarter of 2026, exceeding expectations

• 2026 Safety Bonus: How to Get 50%

  Find out which home security expenses are tax-deductible in 2026 and how to avoid common mistakes to get up to 50% deduction.

• US criticizes Switzerland over bio rules and Migros-Coop duopoly

  Agricultural regulations and the dominance of Coop and Migros at the center of US criticism. Trade deficit decreasing, but tensions remain.

• Lake Maggiore: 20-30 million cubic meters more water

  The decision will increase water availability by 20-30 million cubic meters. Agreement between Italy and Switzerland for a 15 cm rise.