The number of temporary workers in Switzerland fell by 5.1% in January year-on-year, according to the latest figures from Swiss Staffing, the Swiss Federation of Staffing Companies.

Swiss Staffing states that traditionally, January is the weakest month of the year for the temporary work branch. Furthermore, Swiss Staffing says that It is possible that heavy snowfall and persistent cold may be the cause of this decline. 

An analysis of the last twelve months reveals a less pronounced decline. According to the swisstemptrend, commercial activity decreased by 0.2% during this period.