FDP delegates reject JUSO initiative: Danger to the economy?

FDP delegates reject JUSO initiative: Danger to the economy?

Am Hart, Schweiz - On June 28, 2025, the FDP delegate assembly met, and right from the start the Juso-Zukunstinitiative unanimously rejected. This initiative, which demands a taxation of 50% on inheritance over CHF 50 million, has caused a sensation in politics. The income from this tax should be used to finance social climate protection measures, a concern that the Juso has been pursuing for a long time.

It was no secret that the mood within the FDP was clear against the initiative. In her speech in particular, the co-president of the young-sensitive Solothurn, Melanie Racine, left no doubt about the negative consequences for Swiss companies and the investment climate. "There is something," she stated and warned against transferring the financial burden onto the shoulders of the companies.

cantonal property taxes in focus

Another central topic of the meeting was the controversial template for cantonal property taxes on secondary properties. Council of States Hans Wicki presented the reasons for the abolition of his own rental value, since he would particularly disadvantage older people and young families. The vote on property taxes takes place on September 28th and could have far -reaching consequences. In the event of a rejection, the self -rental value remains, while when accepted, the cantons themselves can decide on the taxation of second apartments.

The discussion round revealed different opinions, especially among delegates from western Switzerland who reject the template. In the vote, the template received 214 votes, 66 against it and 22 abstentions. These results illustrate the split view of the tax burden in the real estate sector.

FDP claims and the population

The FDP announced a personnel stop at the federal government and external service providers in order to counter the challenges on the labor market. In a newly presented position paper with nine points, the party leaders Beat Walti and Nadine Gobet demand concrete measures to prevent additional taxes and duties for citizens. From the FDP's point of view, the annual creation of 450 new positions in the federal government is not portable, especially in view of the lack of specialists in the private sector.

In the context of the discussion about the inheritance tax initiative, the Federal Council already emphasized the possible negative effects on the attractiveness of Switzerland for rich attracters on December 13, 2024. According to a survey by PwC , it was brought to light that the wealthy could possibly be considered to other countries if the initiative was accepted. This topic should not be underestimated, because Switzerland could lose valuable immigration.

Politics is at a turning point, and the further developments around the Juso initiative and property taxes are kept in mind. The upcoming referendums could significantly change the direction for Swiss tax policy and shape the discussions in the political landscape from Zurich to Geneva. However, one thing remains clear: the topic of taxation will continue to be Beg accompany in the near future.