Favourable business conditions created by the canton have helped maintain economic development, even during downturns in the economy (unemployment 2011 0.99%). The accessibility of the cantonal authorities and administrative organs plays a role, as does, importantly, the attractive tax environment.

Innovators soon feel at home in Nidwalden. The conditions are right. Progress and commercial prosperity are the order of the day. Moreover, having reduced its tax levy on licensing revenues – a move that is unique in Switzerland – Nidwalden is now considered a benchmark research location.

Further information: http://www.nw.ch/de/portrait/encantonnw