CHThe Swiss Invalidity Insurance (IV) is facing a growing financial deficit, projected to reach around 800 million francs by 2030 if no countermeasures are taken. This is primarily due to the increasing number of new invalidity pensions, especially those granted for mental health issues, affecting all age groups but particularly those aged 18–24 and 60–64. In 2025, the IV awarded 25,200 new pensions, up from an estimated 23,000 the previous year. The Federal Office of Social Security (BSV) warns of a 'critical financial situation,' noting that the IV’s assets could be fully depleted by 2031. To address this, the federal government has accelerated the consultation process for an IV reform aimed at stabilizing finances and reducing the rise in new pensions. Additionally, the Old Age and Survivors’ Insurance (AHV) faces worsening financial challenges due to the introduction of the 13th AHV pension in 2026, which will cost approximately 4 billion francs annually. A planned increase in value-added tax by 0.4 percentage points, if approved by voters and implemented in 2028, could reduce the AHV’s deficit significantly.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual data and projections regarding the financial status of the IV and AHV, citing the Federal Office of Social Security (BSV). It does not exhibit overtly biased language, one-sided sourcing, or editorializing. The content focuses on economic forecasts and proposed reforms,
